Local Events
Martijn Sjoorda on the Netherlands 2025 General Election: far right losing ground to liberals
15 December 1930-2100, on Zoom
In June the far-right PVV party under Gert Wilders left the ruling coalition, precipitating a General Election in which they lost a significant number of seats, opening the door to a liberal-led coalition.
Martijn was active in his youth in various roles in the Dutch Liberal political youth organisation. Recently, he became active in the VVD again, with the objective of reinventing liberalism for modern times. He was one the iniators of the move towards a new liberal manifesto that looks beyond several election cycles.
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Pub gathering, Somersham 12 December
We'll gather for a drink and chat with fellow Liberal Democrats at the Rose & Crown, 99 High Street, Somersham, Huntingdon, PE28 3EE
We run regular events throughout the year, both online and in person.
Events range from socials, debates, discussions, and our annual BBQ!
Recent discussions around policy have looked at:
- the Greater Cambridge Partnership's proposals for transport in Cambridgeshire (Sarah Conboy)
- factors affecting success for young people in education (Peter Downes)
- smart motorways (James Catmur)
- where we are in the light of Brexit — and the prospects for rejoining the EU (Mark Argent).
Recent speakers at our annual dinner include Lucy Nethsingha and Norman Lamb.
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