Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats
@wflds.bsky.social
Demanding a Fair Deal for Chingford, Walthamstow, Leyton & Leytonstone
https://www.walthamforestlibdems.org/
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Anti-Muslim hate is up by 19% in the UK, with incidents across the country including here in Waltham Forest. Grove Green activist Arran Angus explains how we can “flip the script” to check the growing tide of #Islamophobia.
#walthamforest #libdems #muslimcommunity #hatecrime #flipthescript
#walthamforest #libdems #muslimcommunity #hatecrime #flipthescript
November 18, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Anti-Muslim hate is up by 19% in the UK, with incidents across the country including here in Waltham Forest. Grove Green activist Arran Angus explains how we can “flip the script” to check the growing tide of #Islamophobia.
#walthamforest #libdems #muslimcommunity #hatecrime #flipthescript
#walthamforest #libdems #muslimcommunity #hatecrime #flipthescript
“Today, we remember those who lost their lives in conflict. We wear our poppy—a resilient flower that grew from the torn battlefields—as a symbol of remembrance and hope for a peaceful future…” Alex Lewis @libdemalex86.bsky.social , WFLD Chair
#lestweforget #RemembranceDay #libdems #WalthamForest
#lestweforget #RemembranceDay #libdems #WalthamForest
November 9, 2025 at 10:02 AM
“Today, we remember those who lost their lives in conflict. We wear our poppy—a resilient flower that grew from the torn battlefields—as a symbol of remembrance and hope for a peaceful future…” Alex Lewis @libdemalex86.bsky.social , WFLD Chair
#lestweforget #RemembranceDay #libdems #WalthamForest
#lestweforget #RemembranceDay #libdems #WalthamForest
Happy Diwali! We wish everyone celebrating the Festival of Lights in Waltham Forest and beyond a joyful and blessed time with their loved ones
October 20, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Happy Diwali! We wish everyone celebrating the Festival of Lights in Waltham Forest and beyond a joyful and blessed time with their loved ones
“Even that’s not a complete figure, as there is no central register for this type of data about people dying while homeless, which is largely gleaned from FOI requests,” said Alan Jones of WFLD.
Read the full Museum of #Homelessness report here:
museumofhomelessness.org/s/MoH_DHR2025.pdf 4/4
Read the full Museum of #Homelessness report here:
museumofhomelessness.org/s/MoH_DHR2025.pdf 4/4
October 11, 2025 at 12:25 PM
“Even that’s not a complete figure, as there is no central register for this type of data about people dying while homeless, which is largely gleaned from FOI requests,” said Alan Jones of WFLD.
Read the full Museum of #Homelessness report here:
museumofhomelessness.org/s/MoH_DHR2025.pdf 4/4
Read the full Museum of #Homelessness report here:
museumofhomelessness.org/s/MoH_DHR2025.pdf 4/4
“It was an emotional event. It didn't affect me until the reading stopped & the hugs began,” said WFLD activist @aej50.uk , who has lived experience of the issue.
“It's appalling that only 275 names are known of the 1611 that died in 2024,” he added. 3/4
“It's appalling that only 275 names are known of the 1611 that died in 2024,” he added. 3/4
October 11, 2025 at 12:25 PM
“It was an emotional event. It didn't affect me until the reading stopped & the hugs began,” said WFLD activist @aej50.uk , who has lived experience of the issue.
“It's appalling that only 275 names are known of the 1611 that died in 2024,” he added. 3/4
“It's appalling that only 275 names are known of the 1611 that died in 2024,” he added. 3/4
Thursday's vigil at St Martin-in-the-Fields to remember people who'd died while homeless was the biggest turnout to date. Candles were lit on the steps, as @aej50.uk joined 13 others to read out the names of 275 of the 1611 people who’d lost their lives on the streets in 2024. 2/4
October 11, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Thursday's vigil at St Martin-in-the-Fields to remember people who'd died while homeless was the biggest turnout to date. Candles were lit on the steps, as @aej50.uk joined 13 others to read out the names of 275 of the 1611 people who’d lost their lives on the streets in 2024. 2/4
#Homelessness is all around us. People are literally dying on our streets! Did you know that 1611 homeless people died in 2024? Walthamstow Lib Dem activist Alan Jones went to a London vigil organised by the Museum of Homelessness (@ourmoh.bsky.social ) on Thursday to highlight this tragedy🧵1/4
October 11, 2025 at 12:25 PM
#Homelessness is all around us. People are literally dying on our streets! Did you know that 1611 homeless people died in 2024? Walthamstow Lib Dem activist Alan Jones went to a London vigil organised by the Museum of Homelessness (@ourmoh.bsky.social ) on Thursday to highlight this tragedy🧵1/4
We echo our Diversity Officer @faizlibdem.bsky.social statement by extending our thoughts and prayers to the victims of today’s heinous attack outside a synagogue in Manchester on the holiest of days for Jews, Yom Kippur.
“Acts of violence or hatred will never succeed in dividing us.”
“Acts of violence or hatred will never succeed in dividing us.”
October 2, 2025 at 3:19 PM
We echo our Diversity Officer @faizlibdem.bsky.social statement by extending our thoughts and prayers to the victims of today’s heinous attack outside a synagogue in Manchester on the holiest of days for Jews, Yom Kippur.
“Acts of violence or hatred will never succeed in dividing us.”
“Acts of violence or hatred will never succeed in dividing us.”
Congratulations to the England Women’s Rugby Team - the new World Champions! - beating Canada in the final in front of a record crowd at Twickenham. We could not be prouder of the #RedRoses 🌹🏴🏆
September 27, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Congratulations to the England Women’s Rugby Team - the new World Champions! - beating Canada in the final in front of a record crowd at Twickenham. We could not be prouder of the #RedRoses 🌹🏴🏆
"Ming Campbell was a dedicated public servant and a true Liberal giant.
His principled leadership opposing the Iraq War was a mark of his morality, courage and wisdom.
But more than that, he was an incredibly warm and caring friend and colleague.
We will miss him terribly."
-Ed Davey
His principled leadership opposing the Iraq War was a mark of his morality, courage and wisdom.
But more than that, he was an incredibly warm and caring friend and colleague.
We will miss him terribly."
-Ed Davey
September 26, 2025 at 11:44 AM
"Ming Campbell was a dedicated public servant and a true Liberal giant.
His principled leadership opposing the Iraq War was a mark of his morality, courage and wisdom.
But more than that, he was an incredibly warm and caring friend and colleague.
We will miss him terribly."
-Ed Davey
His principled leadership opposing the Iraq War was a mark of his morality, courage and wisdom.
But more than that, he was an incredibly warm and caring friend and colleague.
We will miss him terribly."
-Ed Davey
A fantastic end to an excellent tournament. Congratulations to the @Lionesses - champions of Europe again! History makers and inspirational women, each & every one of them! 🎉🏆⚽️🏴#WEURO2025
Pic 1 Lionesses lifting trophy
Pic 2 WF Lib Dems watching the final at Exale Walthsmstow
Pic 1 Lionesses lifting trophy
Pic 2 WF Lib Dems watching the final at Exale Walthsmstow
July 28, 2025 at 2:36 AM
A fantastic end to an excellent tournament. Congratulations to the @Lionesses - champions of Europe again! History makers and inspirational women, each & every one of them! 🎉🏆⚽️🏴#WEURO2025
Pic 1 Lionesses lifting trophy
Pic 2 WF Lib Dems watching the final at Exale Walthsmstow
Pic 1 Lionesses lifting trophy
Pic 2 WF Lib Dems watching the final at Exale Walthsmstow
Well done #England! What a determined performance & deserved win that was on Tuesday night. Had us on the edge of our seats, cheering the Lionesses on to victory vs Italy. Roll on the final vs Spain! #WEURO2025
July 24, 2025 at 8:34 AM
Well done #England! What a determined performance & deserved win that was on Tuesday night. Had us on the edge of our seats, cheering the Lionesses on to victory vs Italy. Roll on the final vs Spain! #WEURO2025
Why is #Labour run Waltham ‘deForest’ Council is #pollarding #trees out of season?
As we head into mid-summer, the council contractors are cutting all the foliage off trees in Grove Green. They are getting rid of the shade, the cooling, the cover for insects and birds. 1/2
As we head into mid-summer, the council contractors are cutting all the foliage off trees in Grove Green. They are getting rid of the shade, the cooling, the cover for insects and birds. 1/2
June 21, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Why is #Labour run Waltham ‘deForest’ Council is #pollarding #trees out of season?
As we head into mid-summer, the council contractors are cutting all the foliage off trees in Grove Green. They are getting rid of the shade, the cooling, the cover for insects and birds. 1/2
As we head into mid-summer, the council contractors are cutting all the foliage off trees in Grove Green. They are getting rid of the shade, the cooling, the cover for insects and birds. 1/2
Are #Labour doing enough to solve the housing crisis? Grove Green activist Arran Angus calculates “it will take half a century to clear the waiting list in Waltham Forest” with the amount of money Labour have made available for social housing.
#housingcrisis #walthamforest #LibDems
#housingcrisis #walthamforest #LibDems
June 14, 2025 at 7:47 AM
Are #Labour doing enough to solve the housing crisis? Grove Green activist Arran Angus calculates “it will take half a century to clear the waiting list in Waltham Forest” with the amount of money Labour have made available for social housing.
#housingcrisis #walthamforest #LibDems
#housingcrisis #walthamforest #LibDems
Waltham Forest Lib Dems wish all our Muslim friends, neighbours & the wider Muslim community a blessed Eid al-Adha. This special festival remembers the importance of sacrifice, while focussing on helping those in greatest need. We hope it brings peace, unity, & joy to all.
#EidMubarak #EidAlAdha
#EidMubarak #EidAlAdha
June 5, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Waltham Forest Lib Dems wish all our Muslim friends, neighbours & the wider Muslim community a blessed Eid al-Adha. This special festival remembers the importance of sacrifice, while focussing on helping those in greatest need. We hope it brings peace, unity, & joy to all.
#EidMubarak #EidAlAdha
#EidMubarak #EidAlAdha
Keir Starmer’s anti-immigration comments are dangerous and divisive, writes Waltham Forest Lib Dem chair Alex Lewis.
Full article 👇
www.walthamforestlibdems.org/news/article...
Full article 👇
www.walthamforestlibdems.org/news/article...
May 17, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Keir Starmer’s anti-immigration comments are dangerous and divisive, writes Waltham Forest Lib Dem chair Alex Lewis.
Full article 👇
www.walthamforestlibdems.org/news/article...
Full article 👇
www.walthamforestlibdems.org/news/article...
Happy Easter everyone! Wishing all our Christian friends & families a blessed time as we recall the resurrection of Christ & of God’s love and glory. May you be filled with hope and joy in the new life all around us
April 20, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Happy Easter everyone! Wishing all our Christian friends & families a blessed time as we recall the resurrection of Christ & of God’s love and glory. May you be filled with hope and joy in the new life all around us
Happy Vaisakhi to our Sikh friends & families & the wider Sikh community. We hope this special Spring festival, which marks the start of the Sikh New Year, is an auspicious occasion full of joy & prosperity for you & your loved ones.
April 14, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Happy Vaisakhi to our Sikh friends & families & the wider Sikh community. We hope this special Spring festival, which marks the start of the Sikh New Year, is an auspicious occasion full of joy & prosperity for you & your loved ones.
Chag Pesach Sameach to all our families & friends & the wider Jewish community celebrating this important festival of freedom. May this special occasion be filled with joy & reflection, & time with loved ones. #HappyPassover
April 12, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Chag Pesach Sameach to all our families & friends & the wider Jewish community celebrating this important festival of freedom. May this special occasion be filled with joy & reflection, & time with loved ones. #HappyPassover
For those looking after the kids over the #Easter holidays, here’s a list of restaurants & supermarkets offering children £1 and in some cases FREE meals for the next few weeks. Different criteria applies to the various outlets involved. #KidsEatFree
April 6, 2025 at 6:39 PM
For those looking after the kids over the #Easter holidays, here’s a list of restaurants & supermarkets offering children £1 and in some cases FREE meals for the next few weeks. Different criteria applies to the various outlets involved. #KidsEatFree
Last week, WFLD’s @arranangus.bsky.social , Mahmood Faiz & @ipekozerim.bsky.social had the chance to attend iftar at Leyton Jamia Masjid. Thank you for having us. As Ramadan 2025 comes to a close, we wish all our Muslims friends Eid Mubarak.
March 29, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Last week, WFLD’s @arranangus.bsky.social , Mahmood Faiz & @ipekozerim.bsky.social had the chance to attend iftar at Leyton Jamia Masjid. Thank you for having us. As Ramadan 2025 comes to a close, we wish all our Muslims friends Eid Mubarak.
WFLD’s (L-R) Alan, Ciara & Chris at last week’s Lib Dem conference in Harrogate debating policy, attending fringe events, networking & having some fun time socialising with old friends & new. Roll on Eastbourne in the autumn!
March 26, 2025 at 1:07 PM
WFLD’s (L-R) Alan, Ciara & Chris at last week’s Lib Dem conference in Harrogate debating policy, attending fringe events, networking & having some fun time socialising with old friends & new. Roll on Eastbourne in the autumn!
#HappyInternationalWomensDay
Activist Arran Angus celebrates the brilliant female entrepreneurs in his Grove Green neighbourhood, whilst acknowledging the inequalities #women still face: “We need to accelerate action addressing systemic barriers & biases that women face”
#IWD #LibDems #WalthamForest
Activist Arran Angus celebrates the brilliant female entrepreneurs in his Grove Green neighbourhood, whilst acknowledging the inequalities #women still face: “We need to accelerate action addressing systemic barriers & biases that women face”
#IWD #LibDems #WalthamForest
March 8, 2025 at 10:08 AM
#HappyInternationalWomensDay
Activist Arran Angus celebrates the brilliant female entrepreneurs in his Grove Green neighbourhood, whilst acknowledging the inequalities #women still face: “We need to accelerate action addressing systemic barriers & biases that women face”
#IWD #LibDems #WalthamForest
Activist Arran Angus celebrates the brilliant female entrepreneurs in his Grove Green neighbourhood, whilst acknowledging the inequalities #women still face: “We need to accelerate action addressing systemic barriers & biases that women face”
#IWD #LibDems #WalthamForest
Ramadan Mubarak. Wishing all Muslims in Waltham Forest & beyond a blessed holy month, full of peace, prayer, reflection and good deeds.
March 1, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Ramadan Mubarak. Wishing all Muslims in Waltham Forest & beyond a blessed holy month, full of peace, prayer, reflection and good deeds.
Have you heard that Waltham Forest Council is reducing black bin (general household waste) collections from weekly to fortnightly? Grove Green ward activist @arranangus is keen to know local residents’ thoughts on the plans, which will start on 24 March 2025. Tell us in the comments section below👇
February 22, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Have you heard that Waltham Forest Council is reducing black bin (general household waste) collections from weekly to fortnightly? Grove Green ward activist @arranangus is keen to know local residents’ thoughts on the plans, which will start on 24 March 2025. Tell us in the comments section below👇