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Conservatives' hold on Putney in doubt?

Interesting that the news section here is reporting that a poll suggests that, if an election were held now, the Lib Dems would win with 29.7 per cent to Justine's 24.9 per cent.I know all the arguments about the unreliability of polls, but this is very interesting. I've always wondered why the Lib Dems have never managed to do well here whilst they are so strong in Richmond and Kingston, maybe that's about to change?

Richard Carter ● 2707d11 Comments

It is very interesting indeed, though not altogether  surprising today.But I agree, I wondered why the LibDems were so strong in Richmond (that I know if since 1995 until Zac Goldsmith) and in Kingston.  It would not surprise me if the Conservative stronghold in Putney were to change at the next election.  It would, however, sadden me to lose Justine Greening who I think has represented us excellently.

Ivonne Holliday ● 2707d

Perhaps she should join the Lib Dems: it would surely be a better fit for her, especially given the way the Conservatives are going.

Richard Carter ● 2707d

I think I agree with this.

Ivonne Holliday ● 2707d

Boris as PM might be her personal tipping point.

Jonathan Callaway ● 2707d

I suspect she retain many voters  if she was to move parties.

Lucille Grant ● 2706d

the Lib Dems eh? the facilitators of Austerity the party that threw out their principles to jump into bed with Cameron and the others. Good luck with that one.Although in fairness Danny Alexander. Nick Clegg and Ed Davey all received knighthoods for their betrayal.So it wasn't all bad .

Andy Pike ● 2706d

So, who will you be voting for Andy?

Lucille Grant ● 2706d

That's a decision to be made when an election us called and the candidates are known. Too many things could happen in the meantime

Andy Pike ● 2706d

You must have some idea  based on the 'principles' of current parties.

Lucille Grant ● 2706d

Not really.  Until we know who the candidates are and how brexit goes ( or doesnt) what the parties offers are re tax / education / housing etc etc it's far too early to decide.

Andy Pike ● 2706d

I am not hugely surprised by these findings, what with all of the remainer types who live in this area. Two weeks before the European election I spotted Jo Swinson (most likely next Lib Dem leader)canvassing door to door in West Putney, despite her having no connection to the area.Greening will have a real battle on her hands at the next General Election regardless of how Brexit pans out.

Mike Harris ● 2706d