I am delighted that local resident Richard Eastwood is the hard working Liberal Democrat candidate for the Lindley ward.

The Lindley Ward has long been a great place to live. We have outstanding schools, good transport links, a fantastic local Hospital with A+E, an excellent local library, lovely open green spaces and lots of community events. But for how much longer?

Despite our warnings and without a thought for the quality of life for both existing and new residents, our Labour led Council have approved a tidal wave of new build developments in the area. Yes we need new homes but we also need a sound, solid infrastructure in place. The Conservatives are nowhere to be seen, only perhaps at election time…

Unlike Labour and the Conservatives, Richard Eastwood and the local Lib Dems will, as we always have, fight for that FAIR DEAL that you expect from your local Council.

A new school, saving A+E, saving the local library, getting our crumbling roads and pavements repaired, keeping our remaining green spaces are our current priorities.

Please help us continue the hard work in our area by voting in the Kirklees local elections for the local choice Richard Eastwood on Thursday May 5th 2016.