Renters Abandoned by Government
A recent survey by the Bureau of Investigative Journalism showed that 97% of private rents in Waltham Forest are unaffordable for people on benefits.
21 Dec 2022
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Ban home repossessions and evictions over the Christmas period
Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats have called on the Government to bring in an emergency ban on banks repossessing people’s homes over the Christmas period. It comes as analysis by the party revealed a “nightmare before Christmas,” with roughly 62,500 homeowners nationwide due to see their mortgage rate hiked between now and 31 December.
16 Dec 2022
Treacherous conditions for Christmas shoppers
Residents of Waltham Forest have been plagued by dangerous untreated paths during the winder cold snap as there has been no grit scattered on many icy pavements or side roads across the borough.
15 Dec 2022
Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats condemn “chaotic and incompetent” budget
Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats have accused the Conservative Government of “incompetence and chaos” after the Autumn Statement saw tax hikes and cuts to services for people in Waltham Forest. The Chancellor’s measures come in the wake of economic turmoil following the “mini-budget” which saw mortgage rates spike to record levels.
17 Nov 2022
79,233 of poorly insulated homes in Waltham Forest are paying £75m more in heating bills
The Government’s failure to insulate Britain’s homes is leading to families in Waltham Forest paying over £75 million more a year for their energy bills, research by the Liberal Democrats has revealed.
15 Nov 2022
Schools in Waltham Forest face cuts of £8.9m next year
Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats are calling on the Chancellor to protect education spending, as shocking new figures show that schools in Waltham Forest face cuts in their spending power of £8.9m next year.
8 Nov 2022