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We should be in the Commons, not at Conference

17th September 2019/in Hucknall, Sherwood /by Leon Duveen

Liberal Democrat members have passed an emergency motion calling on the Conservative Government to recall Parliament immediately so that it can sit until Article 50 is extended.

The motion demands that Boris Johnson asks the Queen to revoke the prorogation order, and states that future decisions about when Parliament sits should be handed to MPs.

Liberal Democrat members have also reaffirmed their commitment to a package of reforms that would make the Government more accountable. These include giving a House Business Committee control of the Order Paper and ensuring a new Prime Minister has to win a vote of confidence before they take office.

The motion renews the Liberal Democrats’ campaign for proportional representation in elections and an elected House of Lords.

Speaking after the motion was passed, Liberal Democrat Stop Brexit Spokesman Tom Brake MP said:

“Boris Johnson has shut down democracy and silenced people’s voices in the middle of the biggest crisis in recent history.

“MPs should be in Parliament, holding the Tory Government to account, and stopping them from trying to force the country into a disastrous no-deal Brexit. It is absurd that it may take a Supreme Court ruling to allow MPs to do their job.

“An unelected Prime Minister, with no majority, cannot be allowed to trample over our democracy. That is why Liberal Democrats have passed this motion, calling for parliament to be immediately recalled. Liberal Democrats will continue to stand up for the people.”

Lib Dem membership rises to over 120,000

6th September 2019/in Hucknall, Sherwood /by Leon Duveen

The Liberal Democrats have today announced that there are now 120,845 members of the party.

A further 17,102 people have registered as ‘supporters’.

Commenting on the highest ever membership figures for the party, Liberal Democrat Leader Jo Swinson said:

“I’m delighted that we have reached another significant milestone in our membership.

“More and more people are joining the Liberal Democrats, and showing their commitment to stopping Brexit.

“We are an open, inclusive and progressive party that is growing in Parliament and across the country.

“I welcome all those who have joined us and share our liberal values.”

Progress along Papplewick Lane

21st April 2019/in Ashfield, Hucknall, News /by Martin Howes

Good news 1: Resurfacing near Moor Road

Thank you to everybody who signed our petition calling for the council to resurface the section of Papplewick Lane nearest to Moor Road, Papplewick. There were a large number of signatures! Nottinghamshire County Council (and their contractor Via) have put this resurfacing into their work schedule for June 2019.

Local campaigner Martin Howes commented

This is great news. When the resurfacing finally happens, it will make this stretch of road safer for motorists and cyclists

Good news 2: Parking restrictions near the station

Lib Dem campaigner Vicki Charlton has been leading the calls for parking restrictions on the section of Papplewick Lane between the station mini-roundabout and SOS Garage. We are pleased to report that Nottinghamshire County Council has agreed to introduce parking restrictions at that end of Papplewick Lane. The necessary work is planned for later in 2019.

Petition: Resurface Papplewick Lane

4th April 2019/in Ashfield, Hucknall, News /by Martin Howes

Thank you to everyone who responded to our recent Residents Survey. The most frequently mentioned issue was the terrible state of the road surface on Papplewick Lane, near to Moor Road.

This stretch of road was listed in last year’s road repairs programme, but nothing happened. Because of the strength of feeling locally, we’ve launched a petition to Nottinghamshire County Council.

Please add your name to the petition by entering your details below and clicking the Sign Petition button.

If the form below doesn’t load correctly you can sign the petition by visiting https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/PUDNQ/

Hucknall Residents’ Survey 2019

2nd March 2019/in Ashfield, Hucknall, News /by James Harvey

What’s your opinion?

What improvements could make the biggest difference to Hucknall? What are your priorities for our area? We want your comments and suggestions. Please take part in our Residents Survey.

If the below survey doesn’t load correctly you can also access the survey by visiting https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/8025D/

Twenty is plenty

1st March 2019/in Hucknall /by Martin Howes

Speeding traffic is a concern of many local residents in Hucknall.

Hucknall Lib Dem campaigner Martin Howes says “In my view, a speed limit of 20 miles per hour should apply to residential side streets across the whole of Hucknall. On the streets where our families live, twenty is plenty.”

As well as improving road safety, lower traffic speeds bring several other benefits. These include encouraging more cycling and walking, reducing traffic noise and reducing pollution.

Enforcing the speed limit on main roads

We would like to see the county council do more to remind motorists of the speed limit. Electronic speed indicator signs can be part of this strategy. We know that police resources are stretched, but the safety of our children must be a priority. There is a strong case for more enforcement of speed limits.

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Fix our crumbling roads!

1st December 2018/in Ashfield, Hucknall, News /by Vicki Charlton

Many roads in Hucknall need repairing. Streets have been badly affected by extreme weather in recent years.

Road markings have worn away in many places. Some junctions have no markings at all.

Local campaigner Vicki Charlton says

“Last year’s diversion during the railway bridge replacement meant that more heavy traffic used the roads in the Vaughan estate. Little has been done to repair the damage other than a few potholes being filled with cold tarmac.”

We’re calling on the council to make this work a priority in their road repairs programme.

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A message to postal voters from James Harvey

3rd October 2017/in Ashfield, Hucknall, News /by webofficer

Dear Residents

You may be aware that our District Councillor Ben Bradley has resigned and as a result a by-election has been called for Thursday 12^th October 2017. I am glad that he has stepped down as it now gives the residents of Hucknall North the chance to elect a replacement who will represent the town without any dividing time between Westminster and our Council.

Your postal ballot paper has now been dispatched and will be with you soon, if it hasn’t arrived already, so I am writing to tell you a bit about myself and why I think I am the right choice to represent Hucknall North on Ashfield District Council.

Hucknall North is also where I live, having moved from elsewhere in Hucknall almost 3 years ago, and I am proud to stand for election here. I will always give my very best to represent Hucknall North residents.

It is vital that Hucknall has a strong local voice, who will fight for the town on Ashfield District Council. I will listen to what you have to say, act on it, and then regularly report back to you what actions have been taken. The local people of Hucknall need to come first, and any decisions made need to take in to account the impact on the local residents and not just be for the sake of bureaucracy or arbitrary targets. Ashfield District Councils current bin obsession is a prime example of not considering the impact on residents before continually changing things in an attempt to cut costs, by spending millions. No one can deny the Conservative austerity budget cuts are hurting local councils, but I will look for creative solutions in trying to reduce the harm these cuts are having on local people.

I am proud to be standing for election in our town that I care so much about. If you agree that I will make a positive impact on Ashfield District Council and the people of Hucknall please vote for me when your postal ballot arrives after the 2^nd October 2017.

Thank you for your consideration,

James Harvey

James Harvey Selected as Hucknall North By-Election Candidate

11th September 2017/in Ashfield, Hucknall, News /by webofficer

At a special joint Hustings meeting of members from both the Bassetlaw & Sherwood and Mansfield & Ashfield parties, James Harvey has been selected to stand in the by election in the Hucknall North Ward of Ashfield District Council to be held on Thursday 12th October.

Leon Duveen, chair of Bassetlaw & Sherwood Liberal Democrats said,

James is a local Hucknall resident and will work tirelessly for the people in the ward. We are lucky to have such a capable candidate.

James added,

Having lived in Hucknall for the last 5 years I am proud to once again be standing in the ward which I now call my home in the upcoming by-election. I hope to be able to represent the views of residents of both the Hucknall North ward and wider Hucknall town to get the best outcomes in these challenging times.

I am looking forward to the campaign and continuing the proud tradition of Lib Dems representing our town.

The by-election has been caused by the resignation of Ben Bradley after his election as the Conservative MP for Mansfield.

Please let us know if you will be voting for James at the upcoming by-election.

Cllr Ben Bradley Resigns from Ashfield District Council

3rd September 2017/in Ashfield, Hucknall, News /by webofficer

The Conservative Councillor for Hucknall North Ben Bradley has resigned his position on Ashfield District council following his election as the MP for Mansfield in June.

Despite assurances during his election bid for both the Hucknall North Division in May 2017’s County Council elections and the June 2017 Snap General Election that winning in Mansfield would not affect his ability to represent Hucknall North effectively he has obviously had a change of heart having won both seats.

Official notice of the Vacancy for Hucknall North was posted on the Ashfield District Council website on Friday 1st September, and can be viewed here – https://www.ashfield.gov.uk/media/3398/notice-of-vacancy-district.pdf.

The Liberal Democrats are in the process of selecting their candidate for the by-election, and the date of the election has yet to be announced (although it is expected to be early October 2017), but we will announce the candidate once selected.

If you would like to help the Liberal Democrats in this upcoming election please