Mid Sussex Liberal Democrats

Welcome to the Mid Sussex Liberal Democrats

We exist to bring liberal democratic values to our area and support the ideal of a powerful community politics based on the idea of local power for local people.

The Liberal Democrats exist to build and safeguard a fair, free and open society, in which we seek to balance the fundamental values of liberty, equality and community and in which no one shall be enslaved by poverty, ignorance or conformity.

If you would like to get in touch please contact us at info@midsussexlibdems.org.uk

Press Release 2019-06-10 Jacquie Russell

Document: Jun 10, 2019

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Liberal Democrats vision for Mid Sussex

Article: May 2, 2019

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In Mid Sussex Times

Politics is broken in Mid Sussex say the Liberal Democrats with too much power held in too few hands. We are planning to break that and bring a new style of grown-up politics to our towns and villages. We will be more open and transparent with residents and consult more widely on issues which affect them.

Introducing your Burgess Hill Town Council Candidates

Article: Apr 25, 2019

We're delighted to introduce to you your Liberal Democrat Burgess Hill Town Council Candidates for the elections on 2nd of May:


	Robert Eggleston for St Johns Ward Robert has lived in Burgess Hill for most of his adult life. A qualified solicitor he is a company lawyer and Head of Credit for a major vehicle and equipment finance company. He is Chair of Burgess Hill Fairtrade and is an active promoter and supporter of arts development in the town. He is using his experience to provide advice on the proposed new community arts venue. A former councillor, he has served at all levels from town to county council. Robert believes that the community must have a greater say in the town's redevelopment.
	For Meeds Town:

	Joseph Foster Joseph has lived in Burgess Hill since 2015 and works in the centre of town, as a digital product manager. He's passionate about providing practical solutions to local problems, calling for a common sense approach to solving local traffic issues (e.g. the McDonalds roundabout). He is focused on how the council can connect better with residents making democracy more transparent and accessible. Joseph is also Chair of Burgess Hill Liberal Democrats

	Tofojjul Hussain Tofojjul has lived in Burgess Hill for thirty five years as owner of the popular Shapla Restaurant and retired last year.He has supported local charities and is a Committee member of Mid Sussex Islamic Centre in Haywards Heath and former Chair of the Sussex Bangladeshi Caterers Association. Tofojjul has three sons and a daughter. His grandson goes to London Mead School.Town centre parking and congestion is a particular concern and the need to support local businesses in the town.

	For Leylands:

	Simon Hicks Simon is a long term resident of Leylands ward and has served the area as a Councillor on Burgess Hill Town Council. Trained as an accountant Simon works with disadvantaged people across the South East. Simon is concerned at the prospect of traffic congestion in the area, particularly on Leylands Road and Maple Drive and will campaign for better parking facilities at Wivelsfield Station.

	Max Nielson Max has lived in Burgess Hill for 22 years. Max was a co- opted governor at a local primary school for four years. A retired teacher, Max taught at a high achieving maintained school in Crawley for 27 years. Max will work hard to get a community arts centre in Burgess Hill, to replace the Martlets Hall that the Tories gave away.He will also campaign to save the town's library from being downgraded. Town centre regeneration is important but not at the expense of public assets.

	For Franklands:

	Graham Allen Graham has lived in Burgess Hill for 33 years, the last 21 as a resident in Franklands ward.He has served as a PTA treasurer and a school governor over that time and feel that education is extremely important for our next generations. He is concerned about uncontrolled building of new houses in and around the town, without the right infrastructure to support it.Graham wants to see the town centre redeveloped for the benefit of the residents rather than the developers.
	Janice Henwood Janice has lived in Burgess Hill for 39 years in the heart of Franklands ward.She has had many years' experience as a District Councillor and is the only opposition councillor on Burgess Hill Town Council. Janice is a governor at Manor Field Primary School and is actively involved in the Burgess Hill Community Food Bank.An active environmentalist, Janice is a member of the Friends of Green Circle and was, for many years, a volunteer in the education programme at Wakehurst.

	Sarah Lawrence for Hammonds Ridge Sarah lives in Burgess Hill. She has a long and successful career in Human Resources and is currently Head of HR for a top London public relations firm.She is highly experienced in mediation, dispute resolution, negotiating and providing both common sense and strategic advice to resolve complex issues.Her previous charity work includes working as a call volunteer for the Samaritans. Sarah cares deeply about fairness, equality and putting local people at the heart of every decision. As a commuter, addressing issues to improve the towns' transport links and services are also a key interest.

	Lee Gibbs for Victoria Lee lives in the heart of Victoria ward and commutes to Gatwick Airport where he has worked for the past 5 years in Aviation Security. He previously did work for the Salvation Army and Surrey Clubs for Young people, a charity raising funds in order to provide outlets and opportunities for the development of young people. Lee is passionate about the need to press on with the regeneration of the town centre which has stalled under the Tories and in particular want to see the replacement for the Martlets Hall built as soon as possible.

Burgess Hill District Council Candidates

Article: Apr 24, 2019

We're delighted to introduce your Mid Sussex District Council Candidates for Burgess Hill, for the forthcoming local elections on 2nd May. If you'd like to ask any questions or get in touch please drop us an email at burgesshill@midsussexlibdems.org.uk

	Standing for Meeds: Robert Eggleston Robert has lived in Burgess Hill for most of his adult life. A qualified solicitor he is a company lawyer and Head of Credit for a major vehicle and equipment finance company. He is Chair of Burgess Hill Fairtrade and is an active promoter and supporter of arts development in the town. He is using his experience to provide advice on the proposed new community arts venue. A former councillor, he has served at all levels from town to county council. Robert believes that the community must have a greater say in the town's redevelopment.
	Standing for Meeds: Tofojjul Hussain Tofojjul has lived in Burgess Hill for thirty five years as owner of the popular Shapla Restaurant and retired last year. He has supported local charities and is a Committee member of Mid Sussex Islamic Centre in Haywards Heath and former Chair of the Sussex Bangladeshi Caterers Association. Tofojjul has three sons and a daughter. His grandson goes to London Mead School. Town centre parking and congestion is a particular concern and the need to support local businesses in the town.
	Standing for Leylands: Simon Hicks Simon is a long term resident of Leylands ward and has served the area as a Councillor on Burgess Hill Town Council. Trained as an accountant Simon works with disadvantaged people across the South East. Simon is concerned at the prospect of traffic congestion in the area, particularly on Leylands Road and Maple Drive and will campaign for better parking facilities at Wivelsfield Station.
	Standing for Franklands: Graham Allan Graham has lived in Burgess Hill for 33 years, the last 21 as a resident in Franklands ward. He has served as a PTA treasurer and a school governor over that time and feels that education is extremely important for our next generations. He is concerned about uncontrolled building of new houses in and around the town, without the right infrastructure to support it. Graham wants to see the town centre redeveloped for the benefit of the residents rather than the developers.
	Standing for Franklands: Janice Henwood Janice has lived in Burgess Hill for 39 years in the heart of Franklands ward. She has had many years'experience as a District Councillor and is the only opposition councillor on Burgess Hill Town Council. Janice is a governor at Manor Field Primary School and is actively involved in the Burgess Hill Community Food Bank. An active environmentalist, Janice is a member of the Friends of Green Circle and was, for many years, a volunteer in the education programme at Wakehurst.
	Standing for Victoria: Lee Gibbs Lee lives in the heart of Victoria ward and commutes to Gatwick Airport where he has worked for the past 5 years in Aviation Security. He previously did work for the Salvation Army and Surrey Clubs for Young people, a charity raising funds in order to provide outlets and opportunities for the development of young people. Lee is passionate about the need to press on with the regeneration of the town centre which has stalled under the Tories and in particular want to see the replacement for the Martlets Hall built as soon as possible
	Standing for Dunstall: Stuart Condie Stuart moved to Burgess Hill in 1985. He was a governor at Southway school and is now a governor at Burgess Hill Girls. Stuart is the longest serving member of Burgess Hill Runners where he was Head Coach for over ten years. He has also served as a regional counsellor for England Athletics. Stuart has worked in airports in senior roles and has an MBA in Finance. Reversing the decline of the town centre is a priority for Stuart. As a keen athlete he is determined that the proposed centre for sport is not downgraded in the way that the library is going to be under the Tories.

Lib Dem Candidates in East Grinstead Offer a Fresh Perspective

Article: Apr 6, 2019

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East Grinstead Lib Dems are fielding two outstanding candidates for the local elections on 2nd May.

Dr Fathi Tarada is standing as councillor in the Baldwins Ward in East Grinstead. Fathi is qualified in engineering, management and law, and runs a local consultancy business. Prior to his current position, Fathi acted as a director of major infrastructure design in the UK. A graduate of the University of Sussex, he has lived in East Grinstead for the past fourteen years and was a parent governor at St Mary's School. Fathi supports local charities including the Eve Appeal, which raises money to fight ovarian cancer. He is married with two children, both of whom have grown up in East Grinstead.
Save Burgess Hills Library Facilities

Petition: Mar 18, 2019

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We're campaigning to keep the library facilities promised by New River Retail as part of the town center development, and now under threat. Local conservative councillors have said that the significantly worse temporary library will now be permanent, likely resulting in:
- A library that is about 1/2 the size promised and smaller than the existing one
  
  Fewer books
  
  No Changing Places toilet facilities for people
  
  No community hub as planned
  
  Poorer access for the disabled and parents or carers with young children
- Burgess Hill Liberal Democrats are campaigning for decent library provision in Burgess Hill which we've been promised, and calling on WSCC to not allow the developer to downgrade our public assets for commercial gain.
- Please back our better library campaign & Vote Liberal Democrat on May 2nd
- We need your full address to enable WSCC to accept this petition

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