2026 Unitary Candidates

Our May 2026 Lib Dem candidates!

On Thursday 7th May 2026, local residents will have the opportunity to decide who speaks on their behalf on the new West Surrey Unitary Authority, which will replace existing Surrey borough councils, as well as Surrey County Council.

Enthusiastic and committed local Liberal Democrat candidates stand ready to champion your concerns and to lead our community towards a positive and prosperous future.

Lib Dems will work for residents to:

  • Take back control of our roads, pavements and highways
  • Find a way forward for children's services, SEND provision and adult social care
  • Run an efficient, financially sustainable council
  • Take the lead on climate change

On Thursday 7th May, vote for a dedicated local Lib Dem champion to proudly speak up for your community.

Our Candidates for West Surrey Unitary Council

Click on a candidate photo below to see their biography.

Brian Steel
Brian Steel
Cranleigh & Ewhurst
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Liz Townsend
Liz Townsend
Cranleigh & Ewhurst
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Tony Fairclough
Tony Fairclough
Farnham Central
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Richard Steijger
Richard Steijger
Farnham Central
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Mat Brown
Mat Brown
Farnham North
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Matthew Wolff Simon
Matthew Wolff Simon
Farnham North
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Ben Bristow
Ben Bristow
Farnham South
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Sally Shorthose
Sally Shorthose
Farnham South
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Penny Rivers
Penny Rivers
Godalming North
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Ruth Thomson
Ruth Thomson
Godalming North
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Paul Follows
Paul Follows
Godalming South, Milford & Witley
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Victoria Kiehl
Victoria Kiehl
Godalming South, Milford & Witley
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Oli Leach
Oli Leach
Haslemere
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Terry Weldon
Terry Weldon
Haslemere
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Dave Busby
Dave Busby
Waverley Eastern Villages
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Paul Wright
Paul Wright
Waverley Eastern Villages
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Keith Buchanan
Keith Buchanan
Waverley Western Villages
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Mark Merryweather
Mark Merryweather
Waverley Western Villages
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