If you’ve supported the Liberal Democrats in the past, because you believe in fairness, accountability and stronger local services, you might be surprised to learn that Reform UK share many of the same values.
Both parties have many of the same Shared Goals
- Accountable local government. Both parties want councils to serve residents first.
- Better public services. Reform UK and the Lib Dems agree that schools, health, and transport need investment and focus.
- Responsible spending. Neither party wants waste or poor value for taxpayers.
We start from similar aims – but the difference lies in how the parties believe those aims can be delivered.
Where Reform Builds on Liberal Democrat Aims
Public Spending and Value for Money
Liberal Democrats highlight efficiency and targeted investment in services, while Reform UK has gone further by committing to major cuts in government waste and bureaucracy, redirecting savings into frontline services. This is particularly true here in Rother, where unfortunately, under a Liberal Democrats led coalition in Rother, the District Council’s reserves have been drained to cover day-to-day budgets, and almost £1 million was spent planning a Town Hall expansion that never happened. Reform UK insists that every project must be affordable, necessary, and completed.
Local Services
Like Reform UK, Liberal Democrats champion local voices and stronger communities, Reform share that focus, but add guarantees of full transparency on spending priorities, open public consultation before major projects, and clear protection against excessive council borrowing.
Law and Order
Liberal Democrats back community policing and crime prevention, however Reform has placed this as a headline national priority, with pledges for more frontline officers, tougher sentencing for repeat offenders, and stronger support for victims.
Economy and Taxation
Liberal Democrats have said that they will not make rises in Income Tax, VAT or National Insurance, but propose new taxes on wealth and corporations to fund services. Reform take a different approach by pledging lower overall tax burdens, funded through cutting waste and stopping expensive projects that deliver poor value. For voters concerned about affordability, Reform focus is on putting more money back in people’s pockets while protecting core services.
Environment and Energy
The Liberal Democrats support ambitious Net Zero targets and large-scale green investment, Reform UK support practical environmental steps, protecting our countryside, cleaning up rivers, promoting recycling, whilst ensuring energy remains affordable and reliable for households. For those who highly value green issues, but are concerned about rising costs, Reform offers a balanced approach.
A Better Local Future
In Rother, the Liberal Democrats have overseen:
- The draining of reserves to plug budget gaps.
- Nearly £1 million spent on a Town Hall expansion project, only for it to be cancelled.
- Rising reliance on borrowing, adding long-term pressures for residents.
Nationally, and here in Rother, Reform UK offers a clear alternative:
- Sensible, affordable local projects only.
- Proper consultation before major commitments.
- Budgets that protect services without raiding reserves.
Why Consider the Change?
You don’t have to change your values to change your vote. If you care about fairness, strong services and responsible government, Reform UK can deliver the outcomes you want, with more transparency, stronger local accountability, and better value for money.
Take the Next Step
Find out how Reform could benefit you personally, visit Our Contract with You personalised checker. We are also keen to share more about our local priorities in Rother. Come along to a community Q&A session and ask us anything.
A vote for Reform UK locally is a vote for competence, value and accountability – the principles you have always supported.
