
Will Forster MP Marks One Year Since Historic Election Win – Vows to Keep Delivering for Woking
One year ago, the Liberal Democrats made history, winning 72 seats across the country – including a landmark victory in Woking.
Will Forster has been instrumental in resolving Woking Borough Council's financial crisis, securing significant government support to reduce borrowing costs by £20 million annually.
As an MP, he has lobbied for debt relief and advocated for a fair funding deal. Will continues to work toward a sustainable future for the council and its residents.
One year ago, the Liberal Democrats made history, winning 72 seats across the country – including a landmark victory in Woking.
Woking MP Will Forster has challenged the Chancellor over the lack of funding for councils like Woking in the Government’s Spending Review. Watch Will's question to the Chancellor here.
Liberal Democrat MP, Will Forster, spoke in the House of Commons urging the Government to strip Mr Morgan of honours following report identifying former CEO as “chief architect” in bankrupting Woking.
Will joins fellow Surrey Liberal Democrats in backing plans for three new unitary councils in Surrey—offering a fairer, more efficient, and locally connected model for local government reform.
On the 5th of February 2025, Will Forster delivered a powerful speech in the House of Commons addressing the ongoing crisis in local government finance.
Will responds to the Grant Thornton public interest report, welcoming the Council’s apology for past failures and their commitment to addressing key recommendations.