Councillor Anood Al-Samerai becomes new Southwark Lib Dem Leader (Southwark Liberal Democrats)

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Councillor Anood Al-Samerai becomes new Southwark Lib Dem Leader

May 19, 2010 9:24 AM

Riverside ward Councillor Anood Al-Samerai has been elected as the new leader of the 25-strong Southwark Lib Dem Council group. Commenting, she said:

"I am delighted to have been elected as leader of a fantastic team of Liberal Democrats in Southwark. Having grown up in this borough I am determined to make sure that every member of our community can achieve their aspirations and potential.

"These are extremely exciting times for our party and the views and concerns of residents in Southwark will always be my priority. I am proud to be a Liberal Democrat and I am proud of all that we have achieved in Southwark. My special thanks go to Nick Stanton, who has proved to have been an outstanding leader of the council. The transformation of the borough - and particularly the achievement of our schools is down to his vision and leadership.

"We are all completely committed to the people of this borough and will continue to work hard for all our communities all the year round."

The Lib Dem group's new deputy leader is Surrey Docks councillor Paul Noblet, former Executive Member for Regeneration.

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