A Liberal councillor who made LGBT+ history
Sam Green was the first openly gay politician ever elected in the UK – and possibly the world.
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by Ed Davey
19 Nov 2025
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LGBT+ Liberal Democrats
Trans Awareness Week
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.
13 Nov 2025
Federal Party News
Josh Babarinde elected as the new President of the Liberal Democrats
Members have elected Josh Babarinde, MP for Eastbourne, as the new President of the Liberal Democrats.
12 Nov 2025
Lib Dems announce Mike Ross as Hull and East Riding Mayor candidate
The Liberal Democrats have announced Cllr Mike Ross, Liberal Democrat Leader of Hull City Council, as their candidate for the Hull and East Riding Mayoral election, taking place in May 2025.
18 Nov 2024
Lib Dems come out against Winter Fuel Payment cut to protect over 42,800 pensioners in Hull area
Analysis shows 42,842 pensioners across the three constituencies covering Hull are at risk of losing the £300 payment this winter
29 Aug 2024
Autumn Statement: £400m new Devolution deal for Hull will deliver for local people
At today’s Autumn Statement, a new Devolution deal between Hull and East Riding has been announced by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.
22 Nov 2023
Lib Dems Vote To Revert Bus Lane Operating Times
Lib Dems Vote To Revert Bus Lane Operating Times
26 Oct 2023