“Historic victory” for the Lib Dems as Parliament votes in favour of UK-EU customs union
The Liberal Democrats have won a historic vote in Parliament in favour of a UK-EU customs union.
9 Dec 2025
Councillor Andy Swain - Teign Valley (TDC)
14 Feb 2021
Cllr Andy Swain
Ward: Teign Valley
Parishes: Ashton ; Bridford ; Christow ; Doddiscombsleigh ; Dunsford ; Hennock ; Tedburn St Mary ; Trusham
Contact information
Mobile: 07756 253908
Email: andrew.swain@teignbridge.gov.uk
Committee appointments
Term of Office
- 07/05/2019 - 13/05/2023
Andy's News
Sadiq Khan’s inflation-busting tube fare rises show “Labour have given up on London”
Tube fares in London will rise by 5.8% - more than inflation and despite a national fare freeze – Labour’s London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan has confirmed.
9 Dec 2025
Hazel Grove
Rising suicide rates must be addressed, says local MP
Statistics from the Office for National Statistics have revealed that suicide rates are currently at their highest since the turn of the century.
9 Dec 2025
Tom Gordon MP Warns Government Has Lost Public Trust Over Digital ID Plans
Tom Gordon MP has strongly criticised the Government’s plans for a national Digital ID system, warning that public trust has collapsed amid growing concerns about privacy, security, and erosion of civil liberties.
9 Dec 2025
Celebrating small business success
In the lead-up to Small Business Saturday, Gideon Amos pays tribute to a Wellington businesswoman at special House of Lords reception
9 Dec 2025
Watford
Tudor By-Election: Lib Dems Triumph and Send a Message to Labour
Watford Liberal Democrats are celebrating a fantastic victory after winning the Tudor ward by-election on 4 December, electing passionate local teacher Callum Robertson as the area’s newest councillor.
9 Dec 2025