Exeter Lib Dems
@exeterlibdems.bsky.social
Exeter Lib Dem councillors and campaigners.
Promoted by Exeter Liberal Democrats at 35A Howell Rd, EX4 4LT.
Promoted by Exeter Liberal Democrats at 35A Howell Rd, EX4 4LT.
Despite huge funding pressures caused by national govt, Lib Dem-led #Devon County Council has managed to deliver a balanced budget that increases funding for services residents value the most.
Our budget has been approved by Devon CC unanimously, with 52 votes for, 2 abstentions, 0 against.
Our budget has been approved by Devon CC unanimously, with 52 votes for, 2 abstentions, 0 against.
February 27, 2026 at 7:46 PM
Despite huge funding pressures caused by national govt, Lib Dem-led #Devon County Council has managed to deliver a balanced budget that increases funding for services residents value the most.
Our budget has been approved by Devon CC unanimously, with 52 votes for, 2 abstentions, 0 against.
Our budget has been approved by Devon CC unanimously, with 52 votes for, 2 abstentions, 0 against.
Funding for our libraries from Devon County Council will INCREASE following our budget yesterday.
This is thanks to our team's hard work and commitment to libraries.
It's clear libraries are valuable community and learning spaces - we want to ensure they're on as sustainable a footing as possible.
This is thanks to our team's hard work and commitment to libraries.
It's clear libraries are valuable community and learning spaces - we want to ensure they're on as sustainable a footing as possible.
Devon libraries budget sees surprise plot twist in new funding reversal
Devon County Council backs late budget changes restoring library book funds and creating a £1 million reserve after major public consultation response
www.northdevongazette.co.uk
February 25, 2026 at 11:27 PM
Funding for our libraries from Devon County Council will INCREASE following our budget yesterday.
This is thanks to our team's hard work and commitment to libraries.
It's clear libraries are valuable community and learning spaces - we want to ensure they're on as sustainable a footing as possible.
This is thanks to our team's hard work and commitment to libraries.
It's clear libraries are valuable community and learning spaces - we want to ensure they're on as sustainable a footing as possible.
The Labour Minister has cancelled Exeter's elections this May after request by the Exeter Labour leader.
Clearly, Labour are running scared of the public after failing to win any seats in last year's DevonCC elections.
Sign the petition to have your say this May: exeterlibdems.org.uk/letexetervote
Clearly, Labour are running scared of the public after failing to win any seats in last year's DevonCC elections.
Sign the petition to have your say this May: exeterlibdems.org.uk/letexetervote
January 24, 2026 at 4:37 PM
The Labour Minister has cancelled Exeter's elections this May after request by the Exeter Labour leader.
Clearly, Labour are running scared of the public after failing to win any seats in last year's DevonCC elections.
Sign the petition to have your say this May: exeterlibdems.org.uk/letexetervote
Clearly, Labour are running scared of the public after failing to win any seats in last year's DevonCC elections.
Sign the petition to have your say this May: exeterlibdems.org.uk/letexetervote
Labour are out of ideas for Exeter. They know their time in office is up. So they're running scared of the electorate.
Don't let Labour take away your right to vote sign the petition here: exeterlibdems.org.uk/LetExeterVote
Don't let Labour take away your right to vote sign the petition here: exeterlibdems.org.uk/LetExeterVote
January 20, 2026 at 6:28 PM
Labour are out of ideas for Exeter. They know their time in office is up. So they're running scared of the electorate.
Don't let Labour take away your right to vote sign the petition here: exeterlibdems.org.uk/LetExeterVote
Don't let Labour take away your right to vote sign the petition here: exeterlibdems.org.uk/LetExeterVote
All groups on Devon County Council have united to oppose cancelling Exeter's elections this May. (1/5)
devon.gov.uk/news/devon-county-councillors-speak-with-one-voice-in-opposition-to-any-cancellation-of-elections/%3famp=1
devon.gov.uk/news/devon-county-councillors-speak-with-one-voice-in-opposition-to-any-cancellation-of-elections/%3famp=1
devon.gov.uk
January 10, 2026 at 7:59 AM
All groups on Devon County Council have united to oppose cancelling Exeter's elections this May. (1/5)
devon.gov.uk/news/devon-county-councillors-speak-with-one-voice-in-opposition-to-any-cancellation-of-elections/%3famp=1
devon.gov.uk/news/devon-county-councillors-speak-with-one-voice-in-opposition-to-any-cancellation-of-elections/%3famp=1
In July 2025, we asked confirmation from Exeter Labour they wouldn't cancel the 2026 local elections. They said they wouldn't.
Now the Labour Govt has scandalously decided to invite 60 councils (including Exeter) to cancel their elections this May, we hope Exeter Labour won't go back on their word.
Now the Labour Govt has scandalously decided to invite 60 councils (including Exeter) to cancel their elections this May, we hope Exeter Labour won't go back on their word.
December 19, 2025 at 7:45 PM
In July 2025, we asked confirmation from Exeter Labour they wouldn't cancel the 2026 local elections. They said they wouldn't.
Now the Labour Govt has scandalously decided to invite 60 councils (including Exeter) to cancel their elections this May, we hope Exeter Labour won't go back on their word.
Now the Labour Govt has scandalously decided to invite 60 councils (including Exeter) to cancel their elections this May, we hope Exeter Labour won't go back on their word.
Scandalous. 60 councils including Exeter invited to cancel 2026 elections.
After winning 0 seats on Devon CC last May, Labour are attempting to cancel democracy this May.
It would inflict further damage to Exeter Labour's credibility if they choose to cower from public by denying our right to vote
After winning 0 seats on Devon CC last May, Labour are attempting to cancel democracy this May.
It would inflict further damage to Exeter Labour's credibility if they choose to cower from public by denying our right to vote
December 18, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Scandalous. 60 councils including Exeter invited to cancel 2026 elections.
After winning 0 seats on Devon CC last May, Labour are attempting to cancel democracy this May.
It would inflict further damage to Exeter Labour's credibility if they choose to cower from public by denying our right to vote
After winning 0 seats on Devon CC last May, Labour are attempting to cancel democracy this May.
It would inflict further damage to Exeter Labour's credibility if they choose to cower from public by denying our right to vote
Fantastic result in Seaton, which makes it 13/13 wins for Lib Dems in Devon by-elections since last May's local elections!
Congratulations and well done to Steve and team and everyone who helped ensure Seaton is well represented.
Also pleased Ed enjoys a proper scone!
Congratulations and well done to Steve and team and everyone who helped ensure Seaton is well represented.
Also pleased Ed enjoys a proper scone!
Looks like we’ve scone and done it!
Celebrating our 13th by-election win of the year in Devon - beating the Tories and Reform yet again.
Celebrating our 13th by-election win of the year in Devon - beating the Tories and Reform yet again.
December 13, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Fantastic result in Seaton, which makes it 13/13 wins for Lib Dems in Devon by-elections since last May's local elections!
Congratulations and well done to Steve and team and everyone who helped ensure Seaton is well represented.
Also pleased Ed enjoys a proper scone!
Congratulations and well done to Steve and team and everyone who helped ensure Seaton is well represented.
Also pleased Ed enjoys a proper scone!
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Smashing result!
Congratulations Cllr Kevin Smith. Down to earth, very nice, and in tune with the issues in his local area - the ideal choice!
Also good to catch up with peeps
We're continuing to turn the tide in Devon 🔶
Congratulations Cllr Kevin Smith. Down to earth, very nice, and in tune with the issues in his local area - the ideal choice!
Also good to catch up with peeps
We're continuing to turn the tide in Devon 🔶
October 10, 2025 at 7:20 AM
Smashing result!
Congratulations Cllr Kevin Smith. Down to earth, very nice, and in tune with the issues in his local area - the ideal choice!
Also good to catch up with peeps
We're continuing to turn the tide in Devon 🔶
Congratulations Cllr Kevin Smith. Down to earth, very nice, and in tune with the issues in his local area - the ideal choice!
Also good to catch up with peeps
We're continuing to turn the tide in Devon 🔶
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Three wards in #ExmouthandExeterEast have services provided by Exeter City Council.
Well done to the Progressive Group @exeterlibdems.bsky.social & @exetergreens.bsky.social for their collective action last night.
Swimming pool closure plans will be scrutinised.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Well done to the Progressive Group @exeterlibdems.bsky.social & @exetergreens.bsky.social for their collective action last night.
Swimming pool closure plans will be scrutinised.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Swimming pool closure plans will be scrutinised
Campaigners against the closure of an Exeter pool say they are pleased with the result.
www.bbc.co.uk
June 11, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Three wards in #ExmouthandExeterEast have services provided by Exeter City Council.
Well done to the Progressive Group @exeterlibdems.bsky.social & @exetergreens.bsky.social for their collective action last night.
Swimming pool closure plans will be scrutinised.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Well done to the Progressive Group @exeterlibdems.bsky.social & @exetergreens.bsky.social for their collective action last night.
Swimming pool closure plans will be scrutinised.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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"The case for electoral reform is stronger than it's ever been... We need system change."
@libdems.org.uk leader @eddavey.libdems.org.uk on Sky News today 👇
@libdems.org.uk leader @eddavey.libdems.org.uk on Sky News today 👇
May 4, 2025 at 2:31 PM
"The case for electoral reform is stronger than it's ever been... We need system change."
@libdems.org.uk leader @eddavey.libdems.org.uk on Sky News today 👇
@libdems.org.uk leader @eddavey.libdems.org.uk on Sky News today 👇
Congratulations to Cllr Michael Mitchell, the new County Councillor for Duryard & Pennnsylvania!
Big thank you to all helpers and supporters.
The first Lib Dem County Councillor elected from the Exeter area for 16 years!
1/3
Big thank you to all helpers and supporters.
The first Lib Dem County Councillor elected from the Exeter area for 16 years!
1/3
May 4, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Congratulations to Cllr Michael Mitchell, the new County Councillor for Duryard & Pennnsylvania!
Big thank you to all helpers and supporters.
The first Lib Dem County Councillor elected from the Exeter area for 16 years!
1/3
Big thank you to all helpers and supporters.
The first Lib Dem County Councillor elected from the Exeter area for 16 years!
1/3
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A letter to The Guardian.
May 3, 2025 at 12:48 PM
A letter to The Guardian.
Reposted by Exeter Lib Dems
"If you're worried about the rise of divisive populist politicians like Donald Trump and like Nigel Farage, it will be the Liberal Democrats standing up for true British values."
@eddavey.libdems.org.uk
@eddavey.libdems.org.uk
May 2, 2025 at 8:06 PM
"If you're worried about the rise of divisive populist politicians like Donald Trump and like Nigel Farage, it will be the Liberal Democrats standing up for true British values."
@eddavey.libdems.org.uk
@eddavey.libdems.org.uk
Today, 1st May, is polling day for Devon CC elections! 🔶
We're fielding a full slate of candidates across Exeter & the region. Hear from yours: exeterlibdems.org.uk/localwards/exeter-wards-devon
With your help, we can close the gap on the Tories & get the representation we deserve in Devon.
We're fielding a full slate of candidates across Exeter & the region. Hear from yours: exeterlibdems.org.uk/localwards/exeter-wards-devon
With your help, we can close the gap on the Tories & get the representation we deserve in Devon.
May 1, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Today, 1st May, is polling day for Devon CC elections! 🔶
We're fielding a full slate of candidates across Exeter & the region. Hear from yours: exeterlibdems.org.uk/localwards/exeter-wards-devon
With your help, we can close the gap on the Tories & get the representation we deserve in Devon.
We're fielding a full slate of candidates across Exeter & the region. Hear from yours: exeterlibdems.org.uk/localwards/exeter-wards-devon
With your help, we can close the gap on the Tories & get the representation we deserve in Devon.
Michael lives locally & has a proven record of standing up for local residents.
Whether it's fixing Devon’s pothole crisis, ensuring every child gets the best start in life, or working towards reliable bus services, local champion Michael is determined to get a fair deal for Exeter from Devon CC.
Whether it's fixing Devon’s pothole crisis, ensuring every child gets the best start in life, or working towards reliable bus services, local champion Michael is determined to get a fair deal for Exeter from Devon CC.
April 23, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Michael lives locally & has a proven record of standing up for local residents.
Whether it's fixing Devon’s pothole crisis, ensuring every child gets the best start in life, or working towards reliable bus services, local champion Michael is determined to get a fair deal for Exeter from Devon CC.
Whether it's fixing Devon’s pothole crisis, ensuring every child gets the best start in life, or working towards reliable bus services, local champion Michael is determined to get a fair deal for Exeter from Devon CC.
Reposted by Exeter Lib Dems
I know from friends, family & door-knocking, PIP disability benefits are already dangerously too hard to claim. Yet Labour propose cuts.
It's abhorrent to save from amongst our most vulnerable whilst inequality continues to rise.
I’ve written to Exeter’s MP to make the case & clarify his position:
It's abhorrent to save from amongst our most vulnerable whilst inequality continues to rise.
I’ve written to Exeter’s MP to make the case & clarify his position:
April 23, 2025 at 5:04 PM
I know from friends, family & door-knocking, PIP disability benefits are already dangerously too hard to claim. Yet Labour propose cuts.
It's abhorrent to save from amongst our most vulnerable whilst inequality continues to rise.
I’ve written to Exeter’s MP to make the case & clarify his position:
It's abhorrent to save from amongst our most vulnerable whilst inequality continues to rise.
I’ve written to Exeter’s MP to make the case & clarify his position:
Smashing stuff from Kerry and the team in North Devon!
Coupled with recent by-election wins in Exe Valley and Instow, I suspect there's plenty more of this to come in Devon County Council elections just two weeks away now 🔶
Coupled with recent by-election wins in Exe Valley and Instow, I suspect there's plenty more of this to come in Devon County Council elections just two weeks away now 🔶
❗ Liberal Democrat GAIN from Independent
Appledore (Torridge) council by-election result:
LDEM: 40.8% (+40.8)
CON: 31.5% (+31.5)
IND: 15.5% (-29.8)
GRN: 12.2% (-32.3)
No UKIP (-10.1) as prev.
+/- 2023
Estimated turnout: ~26% (-20)
andrewteale.me.uk/previews
Appledore (Torridge) council by-election result:
LDEM: 40.8% (+40.8)
CON: 31.5% (+31.5)
IND: 15.5% (-29.8)
GRN: 12.2% (-32.3)
No UKIP (-10.1) as prev.
+/- 2023
Estimated turnout: ~26% (-20)
andrewteale.me.uk/previews
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andrewteale.me.uk
April 18, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Smashing stuff from Kerry and the team in North Devon!
Coupled with recent by-election wins in Exe Valley and Instow, I suspect there's plenty more of this to come in Devon County Council elections just two weeks away now 🔶
Coupled with recent by-election wins in Exe Valley and Instow, I suspect there's plenty more of this to come in Devon County Council elections just two weeks away now 🔶
Meet your Lib Dem Devon County Council candidates for #Exeter!
We're thrilled to announce a full slate of candidates not just across Exeter, but right across Devon & Cornwall. This means wherever you live in the region, you can vote Liberal Democrat for a fair deal.
We're thrilled to announce a full slate of candidates not just across Exeter, but right across Devon & Cornwall. This means wherever you live in the region, you can vote Liberal Democrat for a fair deal.
April 15, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Meet your Lib Dem Devon County Council candidates for #Exeter!
We're thrilled to announce a full slate of candidates not just across Exeter, but right across Devon & Cornwall. This means wherever you live in the region, you can vote Liberal Democrat for a fair deal.
We're thrilled to announce a full slate of candidates not just across Exeter, but right across Devon & Cornwall. This means wherever you live in the region, you can vote Liberal Democrat for a fair deal.
2wks, 2 planning decisions, 0 affordable homes for Exeter
Gifting developers all power won't solve our housing crisis
'Major project approved with no affordable homes'
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1ezd64jwwxo
'Affordable housing scrapped from city development'
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqldr77y60go.amp
Gifting developers all power won't solve our housing crisis
'Major project approved with no affordable homes'
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1ezd64jwwxo
'Affordable housing scrapped from city development'
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqldr77y60go.amp
Major Exeter development approved with no affordable homes
A waterside development in Exeter is given the green light despite concerns over affordability.
bbc.co.uk
January 28, 2025 at 10:50 PM
2wks, 2 planning decisions, 0 affordable homes for Exeter
Gifting developers all power won't solve our housing crisis
'Major project approved with no affordable homes'
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1ezd64jwwxo
'Affordable housing scrapped from city development'
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqldr77y60go.amp
Gifting developers all power won't solve our housing crisis
'Major project approved with no affordable homes'
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1ezd64jwwxo
'Affordable housing scrapped from city development'
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqldr77y60go.amp
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Let’s not kid ourselves. Donald Trump is a threat to peace and prosperity around the world.
The UK will not be able to depend on the US to be a reliable partner on security, defence or the economy.
How do we deal with Donald Trump? We need to do it from a position of strength.
The UK will not be able to depend on the US to be a reliable partner on security, defence or the economy.
How do we deal with Donald Trump? We need to do it from a position of strength.
January 16, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Let’s not kid ourselves. Donald Trump is a threat to peace and prosperity around the world.
The UK will not be able to depend on the US to be a reliable partner on security, defence or the economy.
How do we deal with Donald Trump? We need to do it from a position of strength.
The UK will not be able to depend on the US to be a reliable partner on security, defence or the economy.
How do we deal with Donald Trump? We need to do it from a position of strength.
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If you don’t like what Trump is doing in America don’t let Nigel Farage do it here - take action - join the Liberal Democrats today: libdems.org.uk/join
Join us
Become a Liberal Democrat member today.
libdems.org.uk
January 21, 2025 at 10:02 AM
If you don’t like what Trump is doing in America don’t let Nigel Farage do it here - take action - join the Liberal Democrats today: libdems.org.uk/join
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Since Labour slashed Exeter's street cleansing budget, regular sweeper teams are restricted to the centre.
This leaves many areas of our city neglected; fuelling build-up of litter, creating a hazard for wildlife, wheels, paws & people.
You can still report littering: exeter.gov.uk/clean-safe-c...
This leaves many areas of our city neglected; fuelling build-up of litter, creating a hazard for wildlife, wheels, paws & people.
You can still report littering: exeter.gov.uk/clean-safe-c...
exeter.gov.uk
January 11, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Since Labour slashed Exeter's street cleansing budget, regular sweeper teams are restricted to the centre.
This leaves many areas of our city neglected; fuelling build-up of litter, creating a hazard for wildlife, wheels, paws & people.
You can still report littering: exeter.gov.uk/clean-safe-c...
This leaves many areas of our city neglected; fuelling build-up of litter, creating a hazard for wildlife, wheels, paws & people.
You can still report littering: exeter.gov.uk/clean-safe-c...
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Instow (North Devon) Council By-Election Result:
🔶 LDM: 38.1% (New)
🌳 CON: 32.1% (+1.8)
➡️ RFM: 17.0% (New)
🙋 IND: 9.5% (New)
🌍 GRN: 3.3% (-11.1)
No INDs (-26.2, -15.9, -4.0) or LAB (-9.2) as previous.
Liberal Democrat GAIN from Conservative.
Changes w/ 2023.
🔶 LDM: 38.1% (New)
🌳 CON: 32.1% (+1.8)
➡️ RFM: 17.0% (New)
🙋 IND: 9.5% (New)
🌍 GRN: 3.3% (-11.1)
No INDs (-26.2, -15.9, -4.0) or LAB (-9.2) as previous.
Liberal Democrat GAIN from Conservative.
Changes w/ 2023.
January 10, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Instow (North Devon) Council By-Election Result:
🔶 LDM: 38.1% (New)
🌳 CON: 32.1% (+1.8)
➡️ RFM: 17.0% (New)
🙋 IND: 9.5% (New)
🌍 GRN: 3.3% (-11.1)
No INDs (-26.2, -15.9, -4.0) or LAB (-9.2) as previous.
Liberal Democrat GAIN from Conservative.
Changes w/ 2023.
🔶 LDM: 38.1% (New)
🌳 CON: 32.1% (+1.8)
➡️ RFM: 17.0% (New)
🙋 IND: 9.5% (New)
🌍 GRN: 3.3% (-11.1)
No INDs (-26.2, -15.9, -4.0) or LAB (-9.2) as previous.
Liberal Democrat GAIN from Conservative.
Changes w/ 2023.
Reposted by Exeter Lib Dems
Growing up & living in St James, I'm honoured to stand to be our representative on Devon CC.
It’s a nice place to live - close to the centre, quirky architecture & real sense of community. I want to work with you to make St Sidwells & St James even better - where all our community can thrive. (1/4)
It’s a nice place to live - close to the centre, quirky architecture & real sense of community. I want to work with you to make St Sidwells & St James even better - where all our community can thrive. (1/4)
January 6, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Growing up & living in St James, I'm honoured to stand to be our representative on Devon CC.
It’s a nice place to live - close to the centre, quirky architecture & real sense of community. I want to work with you to make St Sidwells & St James even better - where all our community can thrive. (1/4)
It’s a nice place to live - close to the centre, quirky architecture & real sense of community. I want to work with you to make St Sidwells & St James even better - where all our community can thrive. (1/4)