About

Lee Dargue is a Liberal Democrat campaigner who has made Ladywood his home and his cause. He believes the area deserves representatives who genuinely engage with — and respond to — the people and businesses they serve. That means listening, acting on local priorities, and never taking residents for granted.

The regeneration scheme is one of the most pressing issues facing Ladywood. From the start, the Council and developer have failed to consult meaningfully with residents and businesses. Trust is low. Lee is has been fighting for transparency, accountability, and real community involvement in decisions that will shape the neighbourhood for generations.

Birmingham faces significant challenges. The people of Ladywood are strong, proud, and willing to fight for what they believe in. Lee’s job is to make sure their voices are heard — and acted upon.

 

More about Lee

I’m passionate about Birmingham and proud to campaign in my home ward of Ladywood. I believe local representatives should be accessible, honest, and genuinely accountable to the people they serve — not just at election time.

Mental health is a cause close to my heart. I’ve campaigned for years to give mental health provision full equality with physical health. I’ll keep pushing for that, alongside fair pay and proper support for carers in a Social Care system under severe strain.

 

As a qualified teacher, I understand the pressures on school staff and students. I actively support young people getting into politics and civic life — the next generation of community leaders deserve encouragement, not barriers.

I believe strongly in protecting our environment and defending civil liberties for LGBT+, BME, and other communities who face injustice.

Most of all, I want to bring genuine engagement to Ladywood. There will be times we disagree — that’s fine. What matters is that I keep listening, and that you always feel able to demand better for yourself, your family, and your area.