Liberal Democrats believe disabled residents are full citizens of our region at all times of day, our policy should reflect that, on every bus, on every route, every day. Labour's West Yorkshire Mayor should act now.
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8,000 are on the Housing list. HMOs provide housing for some people, but they must be in the right place, well-managed and properly regulated. The answer to this challenge is not more HMOs, but more homes that people can afford and truly call their own.
In March 2024, Bradford Council’s Executive agreed to sell off council-owned land and property to raise £150 million over four years. Now, despite not being on the original list, Buck Woods has been earmarked for sale.
Labour-run Bradford Council’s parking reforms are harming, not helping, our neighbourhood centres and villages. Liberal Democrats are demanding a change of plan that truly supports growth and independent traders across the district.
Government’s plans to cut welfare support, plans that would unfairly hit some of the most vulnerable people in Bradford and across the country. It’s essential that we continue speaking up, because what’s being proposed isn’t just unfair; it’s damageing.
The announcement of a new statutory national inquiry into group-based child sexual exploitation (CSE) marks a vital moment for the country, and especially for Bradford. It is a long-overdue opportunity to deliver justice, truth, and real accountability.
November 13−19 2025 marks Trans Awareness Week. It is a time to listen to and act on the voices of transgender and non-binary people, celebrate their contributions and resilience, and recognise the barriers they continue to face.
Members have elected Josh Babarinde, MP for Eastbourne, as the new President of the Liberal Democrats.
November marks Islamophobia Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the experiences of Muslim communities in the UK and to stand with them against prejudice, discrimination and hatred.