South East Region Annual Conference and AGM 2026
Party Leader Ed Davey MP is confirmed to speak at the South East Region Party Conference on 21st November.
12 May 2026
The South East Region Liberal Democrat Team exists to carry out campaigns activities, offer support to our parliamentary members, provide training and mentoring for our dedicated activists. We also co-ordinate voluntary efforts across the region and run an annual conference for all South East members.
Regional News
South East Region Lib Dems: You Absolutely Smashed It Out Of The Park
The results are in, and I want to offer my huge congratulations to Lib Dem Campaigners across South East Region.
MH
10 May 2026
Liberal Democrats strengthen control of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council
In the only elections in Kent on 7th May, the Liberal Democrats gained three seats to further strengthen their control of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. The Lib Dems now hold 25 of 39 Councillors in the borough, and Mike Martin MP was elected in 2024.
10 May 2026
Lib Dems Win Control on New West Surrey Council
In the first elections to West Surrey Council, the Liberal Democrats won 56 of 90 seats, securing control. West Surrey is made up of the council areas of Spelthorne, Runnymede, Surrey Heath, Woking, Guildford and Waverley.
8 May 2026
Lib Dems Win Control on New East Surrey Council
In the first elections to East Surrey Council, the Liberal Democrats won 40 of 72 seats, securing control. East Surrey is made up of the council areas of Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell, Mole Valley, Reigate & Banstead and Tandridge.
8 May 2026
Lib Dems Joint Largest Party on West Sussex County Council
The Liberal Democrats gained 13 seats to end up with 23 seats out of 70. They are now the joint largest group on West Sussex County Council (with Reform) which has been controlled by the Conservatives since 1997.
8 May 2026
UK Lib Dem news
Local Government
Local Candidate Safety
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to protect our local representatives, safeguard free speech, and defend the integrity of British democracy.
ZF
by Zöe Franklin
19 Sep 2026
Children & Families
Fixing Family Courts
The family court system should be a place of safety, protection, and swift resolution for children and families. Our new policy will reform family justice, roll out proven non-adversarial court models, and root out domestic abuse risks.
JBF
19 Sep 2026
Children & Families
Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life
The first 1,000 days of a child's life shape their entire future, yet health visiting servicea have seen a dramatic decline. It’s time to back our health visitors, end the postcode lottery, and guarantee every child the healthy, safe start they deserve.
MW
19 Sep 2026