The Liberal Democrats have today condemned the Conservative Government for slashing Poole Council's budget for special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) by £6,000 per pupil in real terms since 2015, resulting in a loss of specialist provision.

The Liberal Democrats have set out a comprehensive plan ahead of the local elections to support struggling high streets across England, including for Poole town centre.

Following a recent survey session in Newtown & Heatherlands, local residents in Carlton Grove pointed out the need for “No Through Road” signs at the entrance from Albert Road to stop drivers turning in, thinking they could get through, only to have difficulty turning round.

Poole Lib Dems have been working with the police, council officers and local residents to find a solution to the anti-social behaviour caused by a group of individuals who gather on the benches at the end of Madeira Road.

The Poole Liberal Democrats have announced their candidates for the local elections in May. Standing in Penn Hill will be Brian Clements and Rich Douglas.

The Poole Liberal Democrats have announced their candidates for the local elections in May. Standing in Newtown & Heatherlands will be Millie Earl, Marion Le Poidevin and Mark Robson.

At a full council meeting on November 13 2018, Poole Lib Dem councillors supported a motion by Poole People that urged the council to review the closure of Poole A&E based on the harm it will cause for residents.

Councillors Philip Eades and Marion Le Poidevin (Branksome West) have been working for years to get improvements to the Rec, especially the play area. Now thanks to a successful bid for CIL funding (money paid by developers) that's happening.

Conservatives leading Poole Council seem determined to avoid scrutiny and public debate.

Poole Lib Dems argued forcibly against the increase in car park charges in March last year.