01/07/2026
Initial results from our local issues survey are in!
We asked members to name the five most important issues in their local area. There is a sharp division between six tier-one issues and the rest. Every one of these top six issues was highlighted by at least half of respondents:
1️⃣ Roads
2️⃣ Immigration
3️⃣ NHS services
4️⃣ Economy & cost of living
5️⃣ Planning & development (including solar farms)
6️⃣ Crime & policing
Roads are the absolute number one concern, with nearly 3 out of 4 respondents (72.2%) selecting it. This is strongly reinforced by the open text responses, where members frequently complain about pothole repairs, loose gravel, and damage to vehicles.
Immigration (66.7%), NHS services (59.3%), and the economy (53.7%) are next, indicating that these key national political debates are weighing heavily on locals.
Finally, planning & development (51.9%) is of course a highly significant local issue. Written feedback underscores deep concern regarding the overdevelopment of rural Lincolnshire, and in particular the conversion of agricultural land into large-scale solar farms.
⚠️ Insights from this survey will inform our campaign. If you’re a member who has yet to complete the survey, please do so by Friday 3 July! ⚠️