The English Council 2023

These are the meeting dates - schedule and submission deadlines to be updated soon

Saturday 17th June 2023
10:30am via Zoom

English Council Calling Notice sent to council members Thur 4th May
Deadline to submit any Constitutional Amendments Sat 13th May
(Constitutional Amendments sent to Local Parties & EC Reps) Wed 17th May
Motions Submission Deadline Sat 20th May
Preliminary Agenda & Motions circulated to council members Tue 23rd May
Deadline for Amendments to Motions Wed 7th June
Final Agenda & Papers circulated Sat 10th June
Submission of questions deadline Thur 15th June
Emergency Motions Thur 15th June
ENGLISH COUNCIL MEETING Sat 17th June

Saturday 2nd December 2023
10:30am via Zoom

English Council Calling Notice sent to council members tbc
Deadline to submit any Constitutional Amendments tbc
(Constitutional Amendments sent to Local Parties) tbc
Motions Submission Deadline tbc
Preliminary Agenda & Motions circulated to council members tbc
Deadline for Amendments to Motions tbc
Final Agenda & Papers circulated tbc
Submission of questions deadline tbc
Emergency Motions tbc
ENGLISH COUNCIL MEETING

Thur 2nd Dec

The English Council Executive 2023

The draft timetable is as follows:

Please note these are subject to change with bank holidays and/or staff availability (or by-elections or the Government dropping a General Election on us!).

Saturday 15th July 2023 - 2:30pm via Zoom

Saturday 2nd September 2023 - 2:30pm via Zoom

Saturday 4th November 2023 - 2:30pm via Zoom

Includes review of Annual Budget

Dates for 2024 will be published soon.

Forthcoming Lib Dem Events

One-to-One Compliance Appointments

  • 02 Jan 2024
  • 12.00 am - 12.00 am

Need to discuss a Compliance or Data Protection matter in depth? 

Email the Compliance Team via compliance@libdems.org.uk with an outline of your query - we’ll pair you with one of our specialists for a 15-minute online / phone appointment.


Liberal Drinks

  • 08 May 2024
  • 6.00 pm - 7.30 pm
  • 47-49 Sandgate High St
    Sandgate,
    Folkestone
    CT20 3AH

A regular meet-up on the second Wednesday of every month for Liberal Democrat members, supporters and the Lib Dem curious in the Folkestone and Hythe area!

Simply come along for a social drink and a chat: no speeches, no leaflet delivery. It's a "buy your own" event (sorry!) but come along and say hello to our Councillors, campaigners, members and friends.

The Providence Inne is on Sandgate High Street - there is free parking from 6pm at Castle Road Car Park in Sandgate which is two minutes walk away and often on street nearby as well.

London Campaign Thank you Party

This is an invitation for anyone who has contributed to the London campaign over the preceding months to come and enjoy a relaxed evening at the National Liberal Club.  Deliverers, canvassers, phonebankers, donors, HQ staffers, envelope stuffers, digital campaigners - and more. All of your contributions add up - and however the campaign ends we already know that we have raised our game. 

We'll be based in the Lounge for the evening (ground floor), with access to the terrace and the wider club.  Rob & Hina will be on hand to say a few words (c. 7pm), and there will be some lighthearted "awards" - so get out there canvassing!   

There will be some complentary drinks available  - so do come early if you can, and as a additional thank you for your efforts, the NLC are offering our attendees a complementary single of Gladstone Axe Whiskey - created by the great grandson of William Gladstone himself.

NB - The NLC is fully wheelchair accessible.  Dress code is smart casual (no jeans / trainers) .  More info here: https://nlc.org.uk/visiting-us/ 









  



  

 

Liberal Curry | Royal Tandoori, Reading

Join the Reading Lib Dems and our Parliamentary Candidates for a relaxed curry and chat following the local elections.

If you'd like to attend, please let us know by booking a free ticket, so we can let the venue know accurate numbers.

Salisbury Pint & Politics

  • 09 May 2024
  • 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm
  • 39 Winchester St
    Salisbury
    SP1 1HG

Our next pint and politics is this Thursday 9th May, 7pm,

The Coach & Horses, 39 Winchester St, Salisbury, SP1 1HG.

Please note the updated location.

Pint and Politics is an opportunity to chat with like-minded, friendly people about local and national politics issues - or anything else - over a drink.  Everyone is welcome!

 

Pub Politics - Ashtead (Leg of Mutton & Cauliflower)

  • 09 May 2024
  • 7.30 pm - 10.30 pm
  • 48 The Street
    Ashtead
    KT21 1AZ

It’s election year, so put a date in your diary for a stimulating but relaxed Thursday night’s political chat. There’ll be no agenda, just an open opportunity to discuss issues of mutual concern with whoever turns up in the Leg, including of course our Parliamentary Candidate, Helen Maguire. There’ll be plenty of in informal conversation, but no speeches!

If you wish, you can take your pick from the venue’s full array of drinks – alcoholic and non-alcoholic of course. Otherwise, this event is FREE of charge but, so that we can get an idea of numbers, please register your intention to attend. BOOK HERE.

 

Inverness Action Day with Alex Cole-Hamilton and Angus MacDonald

  • 10 May 2024
  • 10.30 am - 5.00 pm
  • Tesco
    Dores Road
    Inverness
    IV2 4XT

As we get closer to a General Election, please help Alex Cole-Hamilton as he joins Angus and the Highland Team door-knocking in Inverness Ness-side. First-time canvassers can be paired with someone experienced. All help is appreciated, if you're free please come along and give it a go. If you’re only able to make part of the day – that’s ok!

Contact for the day: Declan Gallacher 07969 372159


Cheese & Wine Evening

  • 10 May 2024
  • 7.00 pm - 10.00 pm
  • 14 York Road
    Broadstone
    BH18 8ET

The Mid Dorset & North Poole Lib Dems are hosting a Cheese & Wine evening on Friday, the 10th May at 7pm at the Liberal Hall, 14 York Road, Broadstone, BH18 8ET. 

The evening is a great chance to come and meet and socialise with other local Lib Dems. And have fun! Please do join us!

Tickets are £8 and include a glass of Wine as well as a selection of cheese, crackers and nibbles.

Meet Chris Coghlan - Dorking

  • 10 May 2024
  • 7.30 pm - 10.00 pm

Liberal Democrat candidate for Parliament Chris Coghlan invites Dorking and Horley residents to discuss local issues.

The evening starts with a speech, followed by a Q&A session and informal chat over a drink.

Book your place early as spaces are limited to 35.

 

Thank you party

  • 10 May 2024
  • 7.30 pm - 10.30 pm
  • Walton High Street
    Walton
    KT12 1DG

We are hosting a party to thank you for all your hard work in the build up to the Local Elections and to celebrate our results! 

Please come and join us on Friday 10th May, 7.30pm at the Walton Village Pub, Walton High Street, KT12 1DG. 


 

Action Day - Balintore

  • 11 May 2024
  • 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
  • Balintor
    Balintor
    IV20 1UA

Mega Monthly Action Day #6 - Bellfields & Stoughton

  • 11 May 2024
  • 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
  • The Old Mission Hall
    53A Woking Road
    Guildford
    GU1 3RP

Can you join our upcoming mega monthly action day?

On Saturday, May 11th we will be hosting our sixth mega monthly action days from the GLD Office in Bellfields on Woking Rd.

Mr Sunak can call an election at any time he wants; so we need to make sure now that we're well on the way to making sure we elect Zöe Franklin whenever he decides to go to the podium. 

Our mega monthly action days really help us to send a message to the Conservatives that we have the numbers to knock them out of the park here in Guildford! #TeamZöe

Can you come help and be a part of a really fun day with lots of other volunteers? 

We will be providing a free lunch as well as snacks and drinks throughout the day for all the amazing volunteers who can join us.

There will be opportunities to help out in any way you can - whether this is knocking on doors, delivering leaflets, making calls or stuffing envelopes.

If you can attend, please either get in contact with me on 07395 110269 or email me at organiser@guildfordlibdems.org.uk

 

Phone banking session in Dorking

  • 11 May 2024
  • 10.00 am - 5.00 pm
  • 20 West Street
    Dorking
    RH4 1BL

Join the first phone banking session of the local party!

Training will be provided.

11 May, 10am at Monica's Deli, 20 West Street, Dorking

Bring your laptop or use the office computer.

Lunch will be provided at 1pm (tell Monica what you want to have in advance).

If you don't have access to Connect, let us know in advance by emailing: sabina.vankova@molevalleylibdems.co.uk

 

Chelmsford General Election Action Day

  • 11 May 2024
  • 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
  • Forest Drive
    Chelmsford
    CM1 2TS

Please come along to our Action Day to get our first Liberal Democrat MP elected in Chelmsford. Our brilliant candidate, Marie Goldman, will be going out with canvassers, speaking to voters. There will also be leaflets to deliver and clerical work to be done. 

Not done any of this before? Don't worry - there will be plenty of people to show you the ropes. Let's all work together to get rid of this awful Conservative government and get a Liberal Democrat MP in Chelmsford.

Riverside and Laleham Councillor Surgery

  • 11 May 2024
  • 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm
  • 1 Hale Street
    Staines
    TW18 4UW

Come and meeting your local Liberal Democrats Councillor for Riverside and Laleham.

Michele will be happy to help you in anyway she can.

Newbury Constituency Campaign Kick-Start

  • 11 May 2024
  • 4.00 pm - 5.15 pm
  • 6-8 Oxford Street
    Newbury
    RG14 1JB

You are invited to Lee Dillon's Newbury Constituency Parliamentary Campaign Kick-Start Event, which will take place on 11 May 2024, from 4pm to 5:15pm, at The Chequers Hotel, 6-8 Oxford St, Newbury RG14 1JB. 

 

Lee, the Lib Dem Parliamentary Candidate for Newbury, and other key members of the Local Party will be reporting updates on our campaign progress. 

It is your only opportunity to hear from Andy Briggs, a Lib Dem HQ staff member, who will provide us with some confidential and exclusive information and data from our Federal Party. 

 

Meet Chris Coghlan

  • 11 May 2024
  • 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm
  • Institute Road
    Westcott
    Dorking
    RH4 3NP

Meet Chris Coghlan - your LibDem Parliamentary Candidate for Dorking and Horley!

The event will start with a speech by Chris Coghlan, followed by a Q&A session and informal chat. 

When: 11 May, 6pm-9pm

Where: Westcott Village Hall, Institute Road, Westcott, Dorking RH4 3NP 

Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Free parking is available.

 

Eurovision Watch Party

  • 11 May 2024
  • 7.00 pm - 10.30 pm
  • 279 Hanworth Road
    Hampton
    TW12 3EF

Let’s party! It’s time for Hampton and Hampton North's annual Eurovision party - and this year we have plenty to celebrate after our fantastic success getting our own Gareth Roberts elected to the London Assembly. 

This Saturday come and join your fellow Lib Dems in a celebration of Europe and good music. Bring a bottle of wine and come dressed in your favourite Europe themed clothing. 

 

Eurovision watch party

  • 11 May 2024
  • 7.00 pm - 11.30 pm
  • 279 Hanworth Road
    Hampton
    TW12 3EF

Let’s party! It’s time for Hampton and Hampton North's annual Eurovision party - and this year we have plenty to celebrate after our fantastic success getting our own Gareth Roberts elected to the London Assembly. 

Come and join your fellow Lib Dems in a celebration of Europe and good/terrible music.

When: 7pm, Saturday 11 May

Where: 279 Hanworth Road TW12 3EF

Bring a bottle and wear your favourite Europe or Eurovision-themed look. There is a suggested donation amount of £10.

We had great fun last year and I’m sure we will again this year. It would be lovely to see you

Eurovision 2024 with Merton Lib Dems

  • 11 May 2024
  • 7.30 pm - 11.59 pm
  • Compton Road entrance
    Wimbldon
    London
    SW19 7QA

Join us for the Eurovision

song contest final and to celebrate Europe Day.

 

Will we witness

classic songs like “Nel Blu, Dipinto Di Blu” or “Congratulations”

at Malmo this year.

Money raised will

go towards ensuring the Tories meet their Waterloo at the next General

Election.

Saturday 11th

May, 7.30pm, St Mark's Church Hall, Compton Road entrance, SW19 7QA

 

Cost £20 per person

includes buffet dinner of European dishes. £100 if you book for 6 people.

Friends and family all welcome.

 

There will also be

a cash bar.

Competitions on the

night include a Sweepstake and how many points the UK will receive. Imagine the

Euphoria if we get more than nul points!


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