May2008 (Oxford West and Abingdon Liberal Democrats)

Oxford West and Abingdon Liberal Democrats <info@oxwablibdems.org.uk>

Oxford City and Cherwell District Elections 2008

There were elections in Oxford City and in Kidlington (for Cherwell District) on 1st May 2008. There was also a County Council by-election in Kidlington and Yarnton, following the resignation of a Conservative Councillor.

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Our Pledges To You

Oxford Liberal Democrats - keeping their promises

During 2006-7 the Lib Dems delivered their 5 election pledges:

Clean up the City - The Lib Dems promised to introduce Neighbourhood Action Teams to keep our communities cleaner and tidier.
Keep Council Tax Down - The Lib Dems promised to keep Council Tax down and manage council finances openly and efficiently.
24 Hour Access - The Lib Dems said they would introduce a 24 hour city helpline to improve access to services.
Give People More Say - The Lib Dems promised to devolve more power to Area Committees helping to put residents in charge of local services.
Improve Recycling - The Lib Dems promised to expand the recycling of garden waste, cardboard and plastics across the whole of Oxford. Done!

During 2007-8 the Lib Dems delivered 5 more pledges

Continue to Keep Council Tax Down - The Lib Dems aimed for just a 2% Council Tax rise for the next two years. This was proposed by the Lib Dem budget but overturned by a Labour/Green coalition.
Make the City Even Cleaner - The Lib Dems have made a good start but want to see the streets even cleaner.
Rejuvenate the City's Estates - The Lib Dems have worked hard to reverse decades of Labour neglect, and will continue to do so.
Reduce Council Energy use - the Lib Dems are making sure that action on climate change starts at home.
A One-Stop Shop for Cowley - the Lib Dems promised this further initiative to make access to the council easier.

And for the 2008 election they are making 5 new pledges

Keep the Council Tax down - by proposing a below inflation rise each year.
Improve private rented housing - by introducing a discretionary licensing scheme for houses in multiple occupation.
Further improve the recycling scheme - by piloting weekly collections of food waste.
Reduce crime and anti-social behaviour - by bringing PCSOs, Street Wardens, Park Rangers and housing estate staff to work as an integrated team covering every part of the city.
Help tackle climate change - by reducing the City Council's carbon footprint year on year.