Liberal Democrat Manifesto for the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames 2006 - 2010

• Download a full copy of the Richmond Borough Manifesto 2006 [pdf]

Eight Priorities for Richmond Borough

• Make the local environment safe. We will target local crime hot spots. We will work with police, health, the fire service and community groups to keep this borough safe. We will reduce the causes and the fear of crime and antisocial behaviour.

• Put the environment at the heart of local decision making. A real green agenda. The Tories banned the word sustainability. With your help we will make this the 'greenest' London borough once again. We will work with our community to reduce the threat of climate change, cut carbon emissions, minimise waste and promote energy efficiency.

• Introduce doorstep recycling of cardboard and plastic. It is inexcusable that we still don't have an adequate recycling ser vice - We will introduce a simpler recycling system for those in flats or smaller homes.

• Improve secondary schools. Working with teachers and governors, we will give schools the support needed to have the best schools in London.

• Investing in youth. We will increase youth service funding to the London average. Richmond upon Thames is ranked 3rd from bottom of the London league table. This is not acceptable - Our young people must have more options to develop skills, take part in sports and enjoy a range of other activities.

• Promote the health and wellbeing of all. Provide a better range of support for Social Services and voluntary groups as well as more affordable local housing to enable more people to achieve their potential.

• A greater local voice. We will listen to local people and carry out genuine consultation on services and proposals affecting local communities. We will develop local decision making.

If you would like a full copy of our manifesto sent via e-mail then please contact enquiries@twickenhamlibdems.co.uk