Ahead of the Leeds City Council elections, WLD is running election comments from the major political parties.
Polling day is Thursday, 7 May and results will be announced the following day.
Here’s what Liberal Democrats’ Stewart Golton had to say to local democracy reporter Don Mort:
The Liberal Democrats have promised “change you can trust” to improve public services in the city.
Group leader Stewart Golton said more police community support officers (PCSOs) would help tackle crime.
Measures to tackle nuisance parking, potholes and illegal graffiti were among the party’s priorities.
There would also be more funding for winter gritting, improved lighting in public parks and action on disabled access around the city.
Coun Golton said: “Change you can trust. Leeds Liberal Democrats are ready to put the council back on track
“When it comes to taking on the problems we face, people tell me it feels like other parties are just interested in looking for a fight, whereas local Lib Dems go looking for solutions.”
Coun Golton, who represents Rothwell, said improvements planned by his party would come at no extra cost for taxpayers.
He said: “It’s the duty of those in charge to make sure our taxpayer money is spent well.
“The Liberal Democrats are ready to take over the reins at Leeds Civic Hall, and spend our rates better.
“After listening to local residents we offered more alternatives to Labour‘s Leeds budget than any other party, at no extra cost to the public.”
Ward candidate statements
WLD has also asked for candidate statements in all seven wards we cover in our patch. Here are their responses:
See all of WLD‘s local election coverage here.