Increasing the number of social and affordable homes we build was one of the topics discussed at a lively General Election Hustings in Stansted on Friday.

"We now have a crazy situation where to get one social/affordable housing unit, you have to accept four unaffordable, luxury homes", said Mike. "We have to find another way to fund this. Lib Dems will build thousands of new homes for social rent to give our young people hope of a home of their own. The homes will be built to zero carbon standards reducing energy consumption and making the running costs affordable for young families."

Following the launch of the Liberal Democrats' Manifesto for the 2019 General Election, local Lib Dem candidate Mike Hibbs and the campaign team spent Saturday morning discussing election issues with shoppers of all political opinions in King Street.

"People in Saffron Walden are telling us how worried they are about the future of this country. The Conservatives' plans for a hard or even no-deal Brexit are causing immense stress and anxiety - never mind the damaging economic consequences" said Mike. "Our 2019 General Election Manifesto outlines a clear plan to build a brighter future for people and the planet. The first step will be to stop Brexit and use a £50 billion Remain Bonus to invest in public services and tackling inequality."

It's now two weeks since the District Council started sending out Poll Cards for the General Election.

If you haven't received your Poll Card yet - you may not be registered to vote!

You can check if your name is on the electoral register by phoning Customer Services at Uttlesford District Council on 01799 510510, or Electoral Services at Chelmsford City Council on 01245 606449.

Your local Lib Dem Parliamentary Candidate Mike Hibbs has been getting out and about. This is one of the largest constituencies in Essex in terms of area so if we've missed you and you would like Mike to visit your area, please contact our Campaign Manager (hilary@uttlesfordlibdems.org.uk) to arrange a date.

We're pleased to announce that your local Lib Dems have now opened the HQ for Mike Hibbs' General Election campaign. It's in Saffron Walden High Street opposite QD and next door to Amy Louise, and will be open daily from 10 am to 4 pm Monday to Saturday, and Sundays from 12 noon to 3 pm.

"I'm delighted to be back in this part of the High Street" said Mike. "It's great to have a base in the Town Centre where voters can meet the candidate and find out how to support my campaign to be your new Lib Dem MP. Lots of people have been asking what they can do to help. Come to our HQ at 29 High Street and join our fast-growing campaign team!"

Local campaigner Mike Hibbs, the Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Candidate for the Saffron Walden Constituency, pictured here in a rainy Saffron Walden Market last Saturday, has welcomed the decision to hold a General Election on Thursday 12^th December. The Lib Dems are campaigning to stop Brexit and build a brighter future.

For those yet to register to vote, information on how to register can be found at:

https://www.gov.uk/register-to-vote

You must register by midnight on 26 November to vote in the General Election on 12 December.

If you want to apply to vote by post, register before:

• 5pm on 26 November if you live in England, Scotland or Wales
• 5pm on 21 November if you live in Northern Ireland

The regional conference due to take pace on Saturday 2 November has been postponed until Saturday 8 February 2020 at the same venue.

Conference Committee took this decision because many key participants have important General Election commitments making their attendance difficult or impossible.

If you would like your registration fee refunded please fill in this short request form. There is no need to take any action if you wish to attend conference in Spring.