14 Nov, 17:00
Cllr Hazel Thorpe
PPC Worthing West & East Arun, Cllr and Champion for Youth Worthing Borough Council
"Congratulations Ros!
You will be very welcome at any of our events."
7 Nov, 19:09
Mr Mark Chivers
"Let's be honest, we have a choice of good candidates who are committed to success at the poles by representing the grass roots and the interests of the country as a whole. So why have I picked Ros? Because of her determination and dedication, because of her communication skills and press savvy, because she will be inclusive yet lead by example. I am voting for who I think is the best of the good candidates standing."
7 Nov, 16:16
mr john merritt
"an outstanding candidate!"
6 Nov, 17:34
Mrs Felicity Hartley
Former Councillor and Lord Mayor, Norwich City Council
"Clearly a capable lady with a sense of humour and a solid background of working for the party at all levels"
5 Nov, 22:55
Dr Andrew Barraclough
"Good honest policies"
5 Nov, 21:22
Mrs Juliet Norman
"I think it's really important thhat we have a strong & credible President & I believe that Ros is that person."
5 Nov, 18:02
Mr Tarak Ghosh
Member, Lib Dem Party, Huntingdon
"I would like to see a second Shirley Williams in making. That is the reason I am voting for Ros."
5 Nov, 15:31
Mr Daniel Kelly
Member, Bridgwater and West Somerset Lib Dems
"Ros Scott has the experience and the ideas to lead our Party forward. The best person for the job. "
5 Nov, 12:02
Mr Tom Sharp
none - (past county and borough councillor), (Surrey cc and Guildford bc)
"She would, in my judgement, both be supportive of the party leadership and be willing, discreetly and after proper thought, to act as the voice of grass roots members. And she'd give the role the TIME it needs "
5 Nov, 10:35
Mr Peter Crowther
"Happy to vote for someone with EU knowledge and experience. Disappointed that no candidate mentioned the European project in their pitch.
Peter Crowther"
5 Nov, 10:10
Mrs Ann Crabtree
"Very down to earth, energetic and enthusiastic - just the President we need"
5 Nov, 10:10
Reverend David Clegg
"As we celebrate with the USA on a change of direction. It is my hope the Lib Dem's can reach the enthusiam at this time. I hope Ros you can do what you can do so that we can rise up and celebrate. I'm disabled with MS. I want to keep reading, thinking and debating. And celebrating too. Best of Luck, David"
5 Nov, 09:54
Mr Peter Saunders
"Ros has always been willing to support us here in Thurrock (not one of the most liberal areas!) and has shown that she can relate to people of all backgrounds. I believe she will be a great ambassador for the party and will enhance our profile at all levels."
5 Nov, 09:43
Mr Peter Aylett MBE
Fully Retired
"Iam getting on a bit and rather housebound so rely on hearsay. all about you is very encouraging. I am impressed by your range of experiences "
5 Nov, 09:11
Councillor David White
Member, Abbots Langley Parish Council
"Having read the promotional emails and websites of all three candidates, I am convinced that Ros is the best choice for President. "
5 Nov, 08:40
Mr Christopher Spence
former Chair Epping Forest, local party
"An impressive record of service and a very broad range of experience. A great voice for the ordinary member.
"
5 Nov, 08:38
Cllr Martyn S Forster
Member, East Sussex County Council
"I am delighted to endorse Ros' bid for Party President. Sghe is clearly the South East's favourite candidate and mine, too. All the best for the 8th Nov. 2008.
Martyn"
4 Nov, 22:41
Cllr John Warman
Liberal Democrat Group Leader, Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
"We need a new dynamic president and one who can meet the challenge for the future that is why I am backing Ros."
4 Nov, 22:22
Cllr Dr Alan Crystall
Lib Dem Vice chair, East of England Regional Planning Panel.
"ROS 4 Me."
4 Nov, 21:28
Mr Tom Duncan
member, Runnymede and Weybridge
"Impressive record"
4 Nov, 21:08
Mr Ian Munro
Trustee, South Warwickshire Carers Support Service
"The support of Vince Cable is the best indication, for me, of the most worthy candidate for President. Dr Cable has shown himself to be the most credible and statesman-like politician from any of the parties during the latest crisis, in whose judjement I have complete trust."
4 Nov, 20:58
Cllr Shan Alexander
Member, Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council
"You are the best! You got my number 1 vote.
Cllr Shan Alexander
Executive Member for Leisure
StockportMBC"
4 Nov, 20:26
Cllr Danny Gallagher
Leader of Preston Liberal Democrats, Preston City Council
"I am Leader of the Preston Liberal Democrat Group and met Ros in Birmingham. I had a stand at the conference and Ros came over to speak to me along with Simon Hughes. Ros is inspirational and I am sure as our President she will represent us well."I'm 4 Ros"!! another Preston City Councillor for Ros."
4 Nov, 20:26
Mr Malcolm Johnson
Member, Havant Liberal democrtats
"Ros seems to be to be the ideal candiddate, truly focussed and determibned to get the party to be successful."
4 Nov, 19:51
Mr Roger Wilton
Chairman, Horsham Liberal Democrats
"I belie that Ros will provide a steady hand on the tiller of our Ship.
"
4 Nov, 19:22
Councillor Sheila Hobden
Executive Member, Devon County Council
"Ros has already given great service to the party. She has enormous energy, relates well to people and will make a great President."
4 Nov, 19:15
Ms Marcella Head
"I was a Lib Dem Councillor but stood down at the last local election due to increasing home and work committments. I've voted for Ros, I work full time and have 5 children at home. I believe Ros will and can take the party forward. "
4 Nov, 19:01
ian mcarthur
president, berwick upon tweed LD ass.
"go for it"
4 Nov, 18:13
Mr Robert Hopkins
"I am backing Ros because I believe that she has great determination, strength and is able to bring new idea's to the Lib Dem Party. A first class communicator. I believe she is a very worthy, and also the strongest, candidate in this election. Go for it Ros!"
4 Nov, 17:47
Ann Mulree
"As a member based in the Scottish Borders I'm delighted to support Ros"
4 Nov, 16:59
Mrs Val Barnes
Member
"
Good luck Ros"
4 Nov, 16:22
Mr Andrew Carmichael
"Keep the Liberal Democrats both Liberal and Democratic. Listen to Vince Cable and you won't go wrong."
4 Nov, 16:13
Mr Charles (Rick) Laffoney-Lane
" I am a private member and hold no public position."
4 Nov, 15:56
Mr Frank Harwood
Councillor, Derby City Council
"Ros I'm backing you, because with Nick Clegg, Vince Cable and yourself we have a winning team
Councillor Frank Harwood. Derby."
4 Nov, 15:34
Dr Peter Dallas Ross
member ex-councillor, Perth
"The best candidate! - by a long way"
4 Nov, 15:21
Mrs Adriaantje Austin-Hoogland
retard
"First my date of birth 13/07/1919
I always have felt in favour of the Liberals"
4 Nov, 15:14
Ms Frances Courtney
Member/Activist, Sheffield Hallam
"Mix together; - Experience,Intelligence,Eloquence, add a bunch of grass roots for flavour and place on a pretty head, result....... Ros Scott! Just what the party needs to put our policies across in the media eg. Question Time! "
4 Nov, 14:58
Cllr Andrew Nisbet
Member, Argyll and Bute Council
"Ros's experience of local and national politics makes her the outstanding candidate."
4 Nov, 14:46
Cllr Eileen Wragg
Chairman DCC Pension & Investment Fund, Devon County Council, East Devon District Council, Exmouth Town Council, Mayor of Exmouth 2005-7
"Ros has been the only presidential candidate to visit us in Exmouth, Devon's largest town. She was easy to speak with & very natural without any pretentions & takes a genuine & personal interest in others. I am sure that she will inspire loyalty to herself & the Lib Dem principles."
4 Nov, 14:45
Mr Graham Burgess
Party Secretary, Local Lib Dem Party Kirkcaldy
"I CAST MY VOTE IN YOUR FAVOUR"
4 Nov, 14:17
Nasir Alkhalini
"I WISH YOU GOOD LOCK ROS.GOD BLESS YOU."
4 Nov, 14:13
Mrs Lorna Smith
member
"I feel Ros will be an excellent President due to her vast experience and understanding of many voters concerns ...not just those of LD's
Lorna Smith {Taunton LD,formerly Newbury}"
3 Nov, 20:44
Hugh O'Donnell
MSP Central Scotland
"I'm backing Ros"
3 Nov, 20:43
Jim Tolson
MSP Dunfermline West
"Ros has the focus, the energy and the commitment to do an excellent job as Party President and that is why I am happy to be backing her!"
3 Nov, 20:42
Margaret Smith
MSP Edinburgh West
"I'm backing Ros"
3 Nov, 20:41
Cllr Jim Hume
MSP South of Scotland
"I'm backing Ros"
2 Nov, 00:36
Duncan Borrowman
PPC Old Bexley & Sidcup
"I urge members to get their votes for Ros back by Friday.
I've known Ros for many years, she has the skills, knowledge and character to build those important bridges between the party on high, and the party on the ground.
Duncan Borrowman
PPC Old Bexley & Sidcup
Former National Campaigns Officer"
29 Oct, 20:02
Brian Paddick
London Mayoral Candidate, 2008
"Ros knows the party from the activists through to the parliamentary party - she understands how it works."
29 Oct, 13:38
mrs pauline jarvis
member, linton, cambs
"I attended the Cambridge campaign for gender earlier this year. Having heard Ros speak she has to be the right candidate for this position."
27 Oct, 19:51
Cllr Liz Green
Member, Kingston upon Thames Royal Borough Council
"Her background on the council means she understands how to support our hundreds of councillors up and down the country. Meeting her at our Popadoms and Politics fundraiser and hearing her speak convinced me she's the best person for the job. Liz"
27 Oct, 14:30
Ms Elaine Bagshaw
Chair, Liberal Youth
"I'm for Ros because I know she will the members' President. The effort that she's put in to campaign is exactly the kind of passion and hardwork that we would get from her as President. Anyone who wants a President that will be their voice in the party should be voting for Ros!"
27 Oct, 14:27
Mr Rob Saunders
Executive, Bournemouth Local Party
"When listening to Ros speak, I have been very impressed. Her Local Government and House of Lords background will give us what we need in a future President of the Party"
27 Oct, 14:26
Cllr Allan Witherick
Member, Hertfordshire County Council
"I have worked with Ros Scott over several years, on issues as diverse as Europe to local government. I am happy to support and vote for her in the upcoming election.
Cllr Allan Witherick, LGA Lib Dem Spokesman for Safer Communities"
27 Oct, 14:00
Cllr Jill Shortland
Leader of the Council, Somerset County Council
"Ros will be a fantastic President and will care about and support the party members the way she has supported me as a Councillor."
27 Oct, 13:47
Gary Glover
"Ros is a true activist."
27 Oct, 11:07
Matthew Winnington
Vice Chair, Portsmouth Liberal Democrats
"Ros has the experience & passion to be an excellent Party President. Her outreach & engagement with local parties is second to none & makes me believe that she will stand up for the members & encourage a well functioning, responsive & bigger party."
27 Oct, 09:38
Cllr Ann Garner
Member, Bury MBC
"A focused, positive campaigner, you've got my vote!"
26 Oct, 13:42
Mr Sadru Jiwa
"The party is fortunate in having three strong candidates but there is no doubt in my mind that Ros is outstanding."
26 Oct, 07:40
Richard Hennessey
"I'm sure Ros is the one for this post. Ros has the right attitude and ideas to be a great President"
24 Oct, 14:28
Mr. Richard Underhill
"If it's good enough for Vince Cable, it's good enough for me."
24 Oct, 09:31
Mr Roy Bentley
ex Cllr. (1995-2002), London Borough of Sutton
"
I met Ros during the week and she immediately struck me as the person to get people enthused in working for the party and winning elections."
24 Oct, 08:56
Mr John Heyworth
Chairman, Heywood & Middleton Constituancy Party
"Ros will project a positive image of the Party in the next two very important election years."
23 Oct, 22:40
Miss Sarah Sinclair
Vice chair, Wolverhampton South West Lib Dems
"Until Tuesday night I was supporting someone else but having spent a very cold October evening with Ros in Wolverhampton I am totally convinced she will make a fantastic president. Good luck Ros, my vote is in the post!"
23 Oct, 20:39
Cllr Rosemary Brown
Member, West Wiltshire District Council
"I'm so very pleased to be voting for Ros, it is very encouraging to see women of her capabilities leading the way for the LibDems."
23 Oct, 18:33
Mr Geoffrey Wildman
"Out of the three candidates Ros shines like a beacon of hope for the future of the Liberal Democrats and I know she will "work her socks off" coming up to the General Election in 2010. We not only need a figurehead but a fighter for Lib Dem ideals."
23 Oct, 17:42
Cllr Peter Evans
Member, Rochdale MBC
"For the all-round ability demonstated over the years that would bring a broad spectrum of proven talent to the role of Party President"
23 Oct, 16:16
Tom Brake
MP
"Ros will make a great party President. She's got some great ideas about how to energise existing party members and get new people involved."
23 Oct, 15:56
Sarah Teather
MP
"I am backing Ros because I think she will make a great President. Ros is the activist's choice -- she understands what it takes to win an election, she gets local campaigning, and she really cares about the future of the party. And Ros is a professional on the TV and radio. Ros will take the job of Party President seriously. Please give Ros your first choice! "
23 Oct, 15:42
Baroness Jane Bonham Carter
"Ros is the best person for the job - she has energy, intelligence and is utterly committed to what we Liberal Democrats believe in."
23 Oct, 13:42
Cllr Brett Bader
Member, Christchurch Borough Council
"I fully back Ros in being Party President through her proven work and efforts to date."
23 Oct, 07:49
Mrs Margaret Craig
"BEST & MOST SENSIBLE POLICIES.
MOST RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND GIFTS
and VERY IMPORTANT - IS FEMALE"
22 Oct, 22:06
Cllr Alan Winter
Website Editor, Houghton Regis Town Councillor
"I like what you stand for"
22 Oct, 19:21
Mr Philip Cooper
Member, Torbay Liberal Democrats
"We need someone with Ros's proven ability and experience, free to devote herself full-time to the job of party president."
22 Oct, 19:06
David Parry
"experience and image counts for the good standing of Liberal Democrats"
22 Oct, 18:44
untitled John Hostler
Member, Liberal Party
"Quite irrational But I "come from Suffolk!" Too old and decrepit to do much for party other than Vote Can. even manage thee phone! Mainly influenced by support of Paddy and Vince!"
22 Oct, 18:22
Mr Keshav Sorathia
"Ros have been doing great work for a very long time and she has many years of experiance in politics. It is a great news that she is standing for Party President despite she has lot to do around her life. It would be even more challenging for her once she is Party President and i wish her good luck in her every role she already doing. "
22 Oct, 17:49
Cllr Ian Eiloart
Member, Lewes District Council
"I emailed the three candidates with two questions, one about automated telephone calls, and one about compulsory membership of ALDC. Ros answered, and she shared my concerns on the two issues. She got my first preference vote.
Chandila answered, too. I wasn't entirely happy about his responses. However, Lembit hasn't answered at all, so Chandila got my second preference vote."
22 Oct, 12:41
Priscilla McBride
"As a one-time American who has lived in or got to know various countries and their political parties, I know with utter certainty that the Liberal Democrats are the best party I have come across - upright, intelligent, and full of compassion for all mankind. Ros epitomises these qualities and I trust her both to put across what we believe in and to work towards the day when we will be in a position to use what we believe for the good of everyone in this country."
22 Oct, 11:43
Lady Jose Jacobs
exec, orpinton crayvalley east
"Good to have a Lady as president and like your ideass"
22 Oct, 10:49
Mr Ian Gow
Member
"I joined the party in 1962, was active for 40 years; Committee member; parliamentary candidate in East Fife once; Chairman to Russell Johnston; occasional speaker at conferences and still a party supporter and member and have never missed the opportunity to vote for the Liberals and the Lib Dems. My Best wishes and support to you, Ros.
Ian Gow (now at 80 non-active)"
22 Oct, 09:44
MR Chris Pascoe
member
"Ime voting for Ros as she comes accross as having the right ideals for pushing the party forward in the right direction and that can only be for the good of the party and good for the country. We need Ros`s help to move us up from third place party and aim for the top. Thats why ime 4 Ros."
22 Oct, 08:19
Baroness Sue Garden
"Ros has all the qualities to be a great President of the party
"
22 Oct, 07:30
Cllr Joan Poole
Member, Aylesbury Vale District Council
"My choice related to her committments."
22 Oct, 01:04
Mr Jordan Daglish
"I think that a young and enthusiastic leader like Nick Clegg combined with a Party President with a commitment to succeed but at the same time who also remembers the fundamental beliefs of the party, such as Ros Scott, the Liberal Democrats have the unprecedented ability to break the two party merry-go-round within British politics. "
21 Oct, 22:54
Matthew Hanton
"I believe Ros will help to build the party at a local level, making us stronger at the antional level and giving all members input into THEIR party!"
21 Oct, 22:28
Dr Ian McKinlay
Chairman, Salford Liberal Democrats
"Good to have a strong choice between good, diverse contenders. Ros, you have served the party and gained wide experience at all levels and have my support as no 1."
21 Oct, 21:54
Cllr Julian P Heather
Member, Lambeth London Borough Council
"Councillor Julian Heather, Lambeth Council"
21 Oct, 21:50
Kate Sayer
"Many years ago I supported Ros's candidature for MEP.
Ros has always been an enthusiastic Ambassador for Liberal values. She is persuasive yet sincere.
I have no hesitation in supporting Ros's nomination for President. There is no-one better!!!"
21 Oct, 21:37
Mr Brian Hicks
member, Cambridge Liberal Democrats
" If Ros has the support of Paddy, Shirley and Vince- three political heavyweights with proven sound judgement and common sense - then that's good enough for me."
21 Oct, 21:25
Mr Warwick Newton
"A sustained great track record of pursuing real Liberal programmes"
21 Oct, 21:17
Cllr Carol Woods
PPC Durham City
"I find Ros inspiring as a politician, and hugely supportive of my own personal candidature, and so motivating to my local team when she visited"
21 Oct, 21:12
Cllr Prue Bray
PPC Wokingham
"Ros is a fantastically hard worker."
21 Oct, 21:10
Thomas Hemsley
"I am endorsing Ros because she has the drive, intellect, commitment, communication skills and experience to be an excellent Party President."
21 Oct, 21:08
Cllr Roger Styring
Deputy Leader of the Council, Northumberland County Council
"I am happy to support Ros in her campaign, I believe that she has the right qualities to promote our party as a credible party of government."
21 Oct, 21:06
Cllr Ron Beadle
PPC Newcastle upon Tyne North
"Ros shows just the sort of commitment we need from a president."
21 Oct, 20:04
Miss Irene Shepherd
"I am supporting Ros because of her broad experience, also she is not a member of parliament so doesn't have divided loyalties and can, therefore, be fully committed to the job in hand. Finally, she is interested in the views of ordinary members and supporters and wants to encourage their participation and look at ways to increase our membership, which must be good for us all. "
21 Oct, 20:04
Mrs Marion Ewenson
member, Gordon
"A good solid Liberal Democrat who knows what we need to go forward and lift this party out of the wings into centre stage."
21 Oct, 19:44
Mr Ross Hutton
Member, Inverclyde Party
"I think that Ros's experience and undoubted ability make her the only choice."
21 Oct, 18:42
Satnam Kaur
Member
"I am sure Ros will do a great job."
21 Oct, 18:11
Mr John Bicknell
Treasurer, Stratford & South Warks Party
"I'm supporting Ros Scott for President as she has the right combination of experience and credibility for this important position."
21 Oct, 17:45
Mr Bill MacKenzie
"Thank goodness for a level-headed, experienced candidate who will be able to speak to the public with common-sense gravitas - but not too much gravitas!"
21 Oct, 17:37
Mrs Marian Sadler
"I support you ahead of Lembik because, to the detriment of our party, he would not accept that CK's alcoholism had become an unacceptable problem."
21 Oct, 17:21
Mrs Corina Poore
freelance/ college lecturer
"The job entails having a gift for communication which Ros seems to have as a natural gift. There is a lot to say for someone who manages to get a message across with the minimum effort and with style- this is the optiumum solution to getting results."
21 Oct, 17:12
Ms Lois Bramall
Chair, Dudley Liberal Democrats
"I think Ros is well suited to this important post and will bring some valuable skills to it. She appears to have the necessary experience, ability and professionalism to work at all levels of the party. I believe she will consult, communicate and represent. I wish her well. "
21 Oct, 17:10
James Robertson
"I'm 4 Ross 2"
21 Oct, 17:09
Cllr Colin Hay
Cabinet Member, Cheltenham Borough Council, Chelt Lib Dems
"She's sound!"
21 Oct, 17:08
Dr Patrick Anderson
"I am impressed by Ros's commitment to better contact with and organisation at the grass roots. She has my only vote. "
21 Oct, 16:50
Cllr David Stephen Butler
Member, Portsmouth City Council
"She is so enthusiastic and earthed in the real world of local communities!"
21 Oct, 16:20
Mr David Adams
Member, Craven District
"Ross is a safe pair of hands who will work hard for us."
21 Oct, 16:15
Mr John Miller
Former Deputy Director of Campaigns, Former leader South Somerset
"Ros Scott has credibility both in the Party and with the public.
She is an enthusiastic and convincing media performer.
She will help motivate and organise the party internally as we approach the general election."
21 Oct, 15:44
mr harold elletson
member, candidates' list
"Ros is just what the Liberal Democrats need in a President. She's determined, committed, approachable and level-headed. More importantly, however, she's also convinced that there are no 'no-go' areas for the Lib Dems and we can face the future with real confidence. "
21 Oct, 15:37
Mrs Jenny Pitchford
"John and I have already voted for you and are looking forward to a bright future for the Lib Dems with you as our President"
21 Oct, 15:31
Mrs Val Cox
"Ros has her feet firmly on the bground and is hard working enough to make a go of being President. I wish her all the best for the tasks ahead!
Val Cox
Ex`Member Fed.Ex."
21 Oct, 15:19
Mr Ray Cobbett
Constituency Chair, Lib Dems
"Seems like the only credible candidate"
21 Oct, 15:15
Mrs. Hulya Dogac
"
Iam one of the new member though I have been supporting Liberal Democrat Parti since 1979.
I believe Ros will be more activ to improve the party, olso thats becouse Ros is backed by PADDY
Ido not know much about Ros "
21 Oct, 15:14
Mr Neil Simmons
Member, North West Cambridgeshire Lib Dems
"We have a rare chance to become the second largest party in parliament next time. The combination Ros offers of being radical and sensible will have great appeal to the electors.
"
21 Oct, 15:07
Cllr David Milsted
Liberal Democrat Group Leader, North Dorset District Council
"I believe Ros has the passion, commitment, knowledge, seriousness and experience (particularly of our local government roots) to make the bridges between the national membership, the councillors and activists, and the parliamentary and executive members and get us working together with our eyes on the prize."
21 Oct, 15:00
Lord Nigel Jones of Cheltenham
"Ros is a great communicator with masses of experience in campaigning in elections and taking part in local and national Government. She will be a wonderful asset as we enter the run-up to the next election."
21 Oct, 14:53
Mrs Diana Thomas
Mature student, Hereford College of Arts
"In this time of crisis we need the Lib Dems to be a party of sound judgment and maturity. I believe Ros offers these qualities. The country needs a real alternative to the Tories and labour, we need to meet the challenge! With the right leadership our hour will come.
"
21 Oct, 14:45
Cllr Mario Fonk
Member, Penwith District Council
"Ros is what we need to help bring our party forward."
21 Oct, 14:14
Mr Paul Harris
" I believe that Ros at this time in the parties history offers the true way forward she has energy and is committed i believe to the grass roots of the party which without us there would not be any libdem MPs"
21 Oct, 14:07
Mr Gustavo Candelario
"Ros is definitely the best option for party president, she has a plan that really makes sense."
21 Oct, 14:06
Mrs Angela Style
Chair designate/Member, Barnes Ward, LBRUT
"We need good women at the top of the Party hierachy."
21 Oct, 13:50
Cllr Eileen Pitt
Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group, Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council
"Ros's impressive track record speaks for itself.
"
21 Oct, 13:31
Mr Clive Secluna
LEA Governor, Mildmay Junior School, Chelmsford
"The only candidate with apeal across the board."
21 Oct, 13:20
Captain Peter Woods
member, Wavertree Liberal Democrats
"Based on the CV's of all candidates and the work they have done for the party I consider Ros is the best choice."
21 Oct, 13:17
Cllr Paul Hickman
Councillor (District & Town), Shadow Environment spokesman, New Forest DC, Lymington & Pennington TC
"Many of the 'big hitters' for whom I have ggreat respect, e.g. Vince, Chris H and Shirley Williams are supporting you. I approciate your hands-on approach and long experience."
21 Oct, 13:17
Mrs Linda Miller
Member, Richmond Park
"I am very impressed with Ros' aims and her determination to succeed"
21 Oct, 13:11
Mr David Dixon
Former local Party Treasurer, Town Councilor, Former District Councillor
"Ros has a well established track record."
21 Oct, 13:07
Mr Geoff Perfitt
"Best of the trio and brings a fresh approach after all the work she's put in for the party. "
21 Oct, 13:07
Mr Mike Lennard
"I believe there is too much spin and psychology being used, to date, and I believe that Ros is a straight forward person, who will rise us above our current state and bring back our national credibility."
21 Oct, 13:06
Councillor Gerry McMullan
Chair of Regulations & Licensing , Fife Council
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"I'm delighted to back Ros as she is, in my opinion the only one who has the experience of government at all levels. As a past Councillor she understands Local Government and has the ability to get the right message over to all."
21 Oct, 13:05
"I am supporting you because of your track record.
I believe you are the best candidate."
21 Oct, 13:00
Mr Howard Hollingsbee
Chairman, The Friends of St Michael's Hospital, Hayle
"Intelligence, maturity, experience, grounded common sense and wit without gimmickry should win the day!"
21 Oct, 13:00
Mr Robert Brown
Local Canterbury SE Secretary, local party
"I am for Ros as she is by far the best candidate"
21 Oct, 12:49
Mrs. Betty Denton
"Ros is my preferred candidate because of her experience in the Party"
21 Oct, 12:46
MICHAEL MINTER
"We need a woman as President. The country will warm to Ros - she has ability, energy and a lovely smile!"
21 Oct, 12:40
Mr Christopher FRYD
"Ros has the right qualifications and enthusiasm for this important role the best of a good lot!"
21 Oct, 12:39
Mr Tom Dommett
"I have been impressed by the record of action and
a manifesto that is realistic and specific.
Ros combines experience with innovation.
"
21 Oct, 12:37
Mr Peter Woodhouse
"In my view you are simply the best qualified applicant for Party President, and I look forward to your implementation of the policies in your manifesto."
21 Oct, 12:34
Mr Lance Clarke
nil
"Good manifesto and nice approach. Feet on the ground please Lib Dems, I personally have no time for personality adventures .... keep the politics competitive and focussed on key issues.
Regards,
Lance"
21 Oct, 12:32
Mr. Tony Miles
secretary, Argyyl & Bute Scottish Lib Dems
"Hi Ros,
I'm Constituency Organiser for Alan Reid MP
"
21 Oct, 12:32
Mr Ken Davies
"The party needs a President who is experienced, capable and has good judgment. That means Ros Scott."
21 Oct, 12:27
Mr Craig Lewis
Chairman of North Baddesley Liberal Democrats, Romsey Constituency
"We have to connect with suppoters who are reluctant to commit totally to membership."
21 Oct, 12:07
Lord John Alderdice
President, Liberal International
"I have been an enthusiatic Ros supporter since she first told me of her intention to stand for President. Ros is an energetic, capable, conscientious colleague, who I have always enjoyed working with in the Lib Dem Lords team. She will make an excellent President for our Party."
21 Oct, 12:05
Rev Christopher Cheeseman
"Ros has experience in all aspects of political life and especially has a lot of grass roots experience and this is what the party requires in its President a person who can relate well to all."
21 Oct, 12:04
Mr David Swindells
Member
"Ros has "the common touch" and relates to all who meet her. The way in which she has taken local politics to the highest levels shows a determination to get things done. There are issues which the Party needs to address and "independence from" the H of C Party is vital to have a broad view of issues.
That is why we need an elected Second Chamber -Ros is a superb example of what we need to show what effect our policies on this point can be for the benefit of our nation. "
21 Oct, 12:02
Mrs Vicky Barlow
"I like the idea of someone with no constituency responsibilities!"
21 Oct, 11:52
Mr Lawrence Hanney
"The No. 1 candidate in my opinion, based on manifesto commitments etc."
21 Oct, 11:51
Mark Gray
"Ros has the vision, the commitment and the freshness of approach we'll need for a turbulent future. "
21 Oct, 09:42
Dan Rogerson
MP Cornwall North
"She's a great team player who will work with people right across the party."
21 Oct, 09:38
Cllr John Shipley
Leader of the Council, Newcastle upon Tyne City Council
"Ros has an impressive depth of experience from her years in a leadership position in local government. She has continued to provide that leadership in the House of Lords. She will make an excellent President using her grassroots knowledge to great practical effect."
21 Oct, 09:37
Duncan Borrowman
PPC Old Bexley & Sidcup
"I've known Ros for many years, she has the skills, knowledge and character to build those important bridges between the party on high, and the party on the ground.
Duncan Borrowman
PPC Old Bexley & Sidcup
Former National Campaigns Officer"
21 Oct, 09:30
Cllr Mark L Alcock
PPC Oldham West & Royton
"For me, Ros is the best person to drive this party forward."
20 Oct, 21:55
Celia Savage
"We both support Ros for President. Ros is the only real choice. John and Celia Savage. "
20 Oct, 18:39
Alasdair Wood
"We need a President who can lead us, who can inspire and motivate, we need someone who can really boost membership, someone who will work with local parties and candidates, who will work with the party at a local level and who will represent the views of the membership to the leaders of our party. Ros fulfills those factors and that's why I'm 4 Ros."
19 Oct, 20:52
Mr Riza Polat
member, Hounslow borough
"She has ability to do this job in local & national level."
19 Oct, 18:50
Councillor Ian Jobling
Member Liverpool City Council, Member Merseyside Police Authority
"Having read the literature of all 3 candidates I believe with Ros as president 'Yes we can' and 'Yes we will'."
19 Oct, 17:27
Denzil Coulson
Woking LD's Vice-Chair
"Ros will make an excellent President of our Party as she has the ability to manage the immense challenges that face our Party in the near-future."
19 Oct, 17:25
Mr Samuel Murray
Member, Elmet & Rothwell Liberal Democrats
"Ros Scott is the most suited candidate for the job with an impressive track record and she has demonstrated the qualities that a president should have through her actions and as part of the house of lords."
19 Oct, 12:42
Mr Mark Whiley
Member, Havering/Reading Liberal Democrats
"For the Presidency's shoes to be filled well, we need a hard-working Liberal who has the experience and dedication in a variety of social and welfare issues and isn't taken as a joke by the General Public and the Party. Someone who has fought for the needs of her community and is ready to hit that platform on a national stage. Ros is ready."
19 Oct, 11:52
Viv Bingham
"It's a great job and you deserve it."
18 Oct, 18:12
Mr Neil Wallace
"Ros not only represents common sense values but can articulate them with a clarity essential to the position and our Party."
18 Oct, 13:42
Mr Dean Stone
member, local party swansea and gower
"I think Ros will get us more members which are needed for the party to grow so eventually we will be in power and get the country back on its feet."
18 Oct, 13:40
Jalal
"She must become the Party President"
18 Oct, 10:35
Mr Tim Jones
Member and Chair Planning Committee, Brereton and Ravenhill Parish Council
"I am confident that Ros has the judgment and experience needed in our Party's President."
18 Oct, 08:00
Lord Tom McNally
Leader Lib Dems, Lords
"Ros Scott has been an outstanding member of the House of Lords team both in the Chamber and in active support of candidates and constituencies. Her stature as a Parliamentarian coupled with a long-standing commitment to tending the grass roots of the Party make her an excellent choice for Party President."
17 Oct, 14:33
Bill Furness
Chairman, Birchington Liberal Democrats.
"I firmly believe that Ros will make a strong and sagacious President,having all the atributes and strength to lead our party through the European and County Council elections helping us make gains from the other parties next year and to increase the number of councillors in the folowing years in any by-elections that may occur.
"
17 Oct, 08:16
Sir Menzies (Ming) Campbell
MP Fife North East
"I urge every party member to look carefully at all the candidates and to ask themselves what we want our Party President to do. I believe Ros Scott would fulfil the role of President admirably. She has credibility, is well known in the party, has senior political experience and is a person of good judgement"
17 Oct, 08:09
Tavish Scott
Leader, Scottish Liberal Democrats
"This job may not feel particular relevant to members voting in Scotland - but it is critically important who does this job for us. Ros has pledged to listen and feedback- to ensure the Party in Westminster doesn't lose touch with the party at large. I would like the reassurance of working with someone whose instincts I trust, whose experience I value, and who I know is a good friend to the Scottish Liberal Democrats"
16 Oct, 20:45
Christopher Wheatley
"I think Ros is the best choice of the candidates on offer and will do a fine job to take the party forward in the right direction."
16 Oct, 19:55
Devin Scobie
(former Lib Dem Councillor, City of Edinburgh; party founder member since 1988)
"I've not met you but as an ex Edinburgh Lib Dem councillor and parly candidate, I'm delighted to pledge my support. More importantly, I have also now voted for you. You clearly have the experience, enthusiasm and, dare I say, gravitas that this key position deserves. Good luck!"
16 Oct, 18:17
Cllr David Tutt
Leader, Eastbourne Borough Council
"I'm supporting Ros because she is a down to earth Liberal who understands everyday issues"
15 Oct, 18:32
Cllr David Walker
"Strong roots, good judgement and a cracking track record. Nuf said."
15 Oct, 17:05
Phil Smith
Office Manager, Portsmouth Liberal Democrats
"Ros is a smart, warm person, a real leader and an inspirational speaker. I suppport her wholeheartedly."
15 Oct, 16:17
Cllr Jo Calvert-Mindell
Member, Canterbury City Council
"I have recently seen Ros in action at a Conference on the Future of Social Housing. As a new Councillor and also the only service user of social housing at that event I found her to be very inclusive and encouraging re my contribution and she had an excellent grasp of the issues etc...I have no doubt Ros would be an excellent Party President and drive forward our party's public profile and identity which seriously needs attention. We have a gap in politics where no one is really representing those in low paid work/ unemployed/disabled/ etc and we call ourselves Liberal and Democratic - it is about time the public knew what that stands for and Ros would be an excellent person to do this and gain more support for the Lib Dems in terms of members and votes. Jo Calvert-Mindell Cllr Canterbury City Council"
15 Oct, 15:36
Mr David Vaughan
member, North Bedfordshire
"No-brainer vote winging its way!"
15 Oct, 15:07
Mrs Frances Bates
Member, Ex Babergh District Councillor
"Good Luck Ros. You helped us with a problem in Needham Market. Not forgotten. Frances Bates (ex Babergh District Councillor!)"
15 Oct, 14:29
Commander John Sorotos
Member, Vale of Glamorgan
"What I know about Ros suggests she would bring a much needed breath of fresh air to the role if, as I hope, she is elected President of the Party"
15 Oct, 11:18
Ms Margaret Nelson
Member, South Suffolk Liberal Democrats
"She has the support of people I respect, including Vince Cable, which gives me the confidence to support her too."
15 Oct, 10:53
Cllr Fay Winter
Member, Derby City Council
"I am supporting Ros in her campaign to be Party President. I beleive she has a dedication that will take the party forward growing in strength. 'A lady with total commitment'."
15 Oct, 10:14
Cllr P Nigel Aldis
Liberal Democrat Group Leader, Mid Bedfordshire District Council
"As Group Leader on Mid Beds District Council I think Baroness Scott is the best person for President."
15 Oct, 08:20
Mr Terry Brooks
Bocking Blackwater Ward Organiser, Braintree & Witham
"In my opinion Ros is the best bet for the job"
15 Oct, 07:00
Cllr Adrian Moss
Member, Chichester District Council
"Ros
It has taken me some time to decide but it is clear to me now that you are far and away the best candidate. Serious, effective and in touch.
You have my full backing
Adrian Moss
District Councillor
Chichester District Council
member Chichester Local Party"
15 Oct, 06:48
Cllr Bernadette Laventure
Member, Watford Borough Council
"Ros has more than proved herself as the right candidate for the job. She will bring a fresh approach to the role and gets my vote."
14 Oct, 22:15
Pam Thickett
"Am definitely voting for Ros after meeting her in Exeter - good luck."
14 Oct, 21:20
Mr Anthony Bottrall
President, Vauxhall Liberal Democrats
"Ros started off as a truly grass roots Liberal Democrat and has worked all the way up to her present position of authority from there - just the person we need as our next President of the Party. "
14 Oct, 21:12
Cllr Lloyd Surgenor
Deputy Mayor, Cheltenham Borough Council
"When I saw the endorsement from Graham Watson
and other senior figures that I trust I realised that I too should put my trust in Ros.
Best wishes from Cheltenham - Cllr Lloyd Surgenor"
14 Oct, 20:49
Dr Sue Farrant
PPC, West Dorset Constituency
"I'm supporting the best candidate for the job - Ros Scott."
14 Oct, 20:16
Peter Brook
Chair
"Ros is a great campaigner who will energise the party and ensure that there is a strong link between local and national campaigning. She will be a dynamic president who will keep in touch with the grass roots."
14 Oct, 19:03
Lionel King
Parliamentary Candidate, Solihull & Meriden LDA
"I humbly pledge my support for CATERS - CAMPAIGN TO ELECT ROS SCOTT. My only claim to fame - such as it is -is that I am the longest serving approved Parliamentary Candidate (Jan. 1960). Best Wishes for your success"
14 Oct, 18:38
Mr David Lloyd
"I think we need a serious candidate for serious times and a woman who is able and capable of vision and leadership.
Ros is that woman."
14 Oct, 17:46
mr eric holder
chair studley youth club management committee, local parish councillor
"I am supporting Ros as she is the right person for president"
14 Oct, 17:07
Cllr Philip R Latham
Member, Tynedale District Council
"I am happy to support Ros and look forward to seeing her in the Northern Region. As Chair of Hexham local party I know the importance of raising the profile and effectiveness of Liberal Democrats in local communities"
14 Oct, 16:58
Roger Keyworth
Member, local party
"If Vince Cable's backing you that's enough for me - you'll get our votes!!"
14 Oct, 15:47
Mr Iain Whiteley
Member, local party
"Clearly the best candidate for the job and will make sure the party advances in electoral terms and will stand up for whats right for the party in the country."
14 Oct, 15:32
Cllr E. Christel Roe
Member, Lichfield City Council
"I am confident that her wide experience in management and politics will give Ros the insight needed to portray and represent Liberal Democrats as a capable force to shape Britain's future."
14 Oct, 15:31
Mrs Sue Vincent
Executive Member, Women Liberal Democrats
"Ros will be an excellent president, with knowledge of the both the grass roots of the party and the parliamentary set up."
14 Oct, 15:11
John Halliday
"Ros has all the qualities that I look for in someone who is to be our President. She's instinctively a 'bottom up' politician with a great gift of keeping in touch with and understanding ordinary people, she's engaging and personable, hardworking and with a powerful intellect. She will be ideally placed to keep the leadership in touch with the grass roots and the membership aware of what's happening."
14 Oct, 11:17
Cllr Martin Redbond
Chair, Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
"Very enthusiastic and a strong campaigner Ros will help the party to get its messages across to the public. That's why I'm backing her for President."
13 Oct, 22:45
Cllr Steven Wylie
Cabinet Member for Housing, Portsmouth City Council
"some one that will listen but let you know what they think some one from the grass roots some one who knows the party is the most important not there self"
13 Oct, 21:15
Cllr Janice Taylor
Member, Salford City Council
"I am backing you Ros,good luck.
Janice Taylor"
13 Oct, 20:38
Tony Crouch
Western Counties LD's Policy Chair
"I am convinced that Ros is the best choice for our next President. Please support her."
13 Oct, 15:44
Cllr William S Hobhouse
Member, Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council
"Ros will be a breath of fresh air for the Party!"
13 Oct, 14:30
Dinti Batstone
London Euro candidate
"Ros has a talent for connecting with people. She's a breath of fresh air and strikes me as someone who will get things done. She's genuine, down-to-earth and well-rounded, with 'real world' experience of having raised a family as well as working in the public and private sectors. Her presidential campaign has been innovative and thoughtful and is a great illustration of what Ros can bring to the party as President."
13 Oct, 13:35
Mr Noel Thompson
Hon.President
"Without hesitation I am backing Ros having had with other local activists the good fortune to meet and hear her at a reception in Tavistock. I think we were all impressed. I particularly endorse her views on what needs to be done by a president of the party.With Ros I think we will be choosing leadership, inspiration and a firm sense of direction."
13 Oct, 13:30
Cllr Margaret Rogers
Member, Devon County Council
"I decided to vote for Ros as soon as I knew she was a candidate.
Margaret Rogers"
13 Oct, 11:55
Councillor Cindy Stocks
Member, Torbay Council
"When you meet Ros for the first time you never forget her. She inspires, she leads and she "does what it says on the tin". Ros will be a brilliant ambassador for the Liberal Democrat Party."
13 Oct, 11:50
Andrew Douglas-Dunbar
Local Party Chair - Torbay
"I have met Ros and was very impressed by the extent and depth of her contact with the membership. I can't emphasise enough how important I think this quality is in a party president"
13 Oct, 11:27
Cllr Des Hannon
Member, Devon County Council
"Ros knows the South West. She's been out campaigning with me on the streets of Tiverton. She'll bring gravitas with a personal touch to the Presidency."
13 Oct, 09:51
Mr Bill Frame
"Ros's enthusiasm, dedication and approachability will do for me"
13 Oct, 09:35
Cllr Aislinn Lee
Spokesperson on Children Schools and Families, Hertfordshire County Council
"Ros has always kept in touch with local grass root members and I believe that is an essential requirement for a Party President."
13 Oct, 09:27
Cllr Rodney Allen
Liberal Democrat Group Leader, Erewash Borough Council
"Ros has the ideal experience for the Party President and will hopefully encourage a better gender balance in parliamentary and council candidates.
"
13 Oct, 08:34
Cllr Ross Carter
Member, Brentwood Borough Council
""I haven't known Ros half as long as some of the supporters who have left messages here. Regardless, Ros seems to me to be just the kind of person we need. Personable and approachable, while efficient, driven and committed. Ros seems to me to be someone who while rising through the party has also stayed a grassroots activist, fighting for the party. She has been recommended to me by many who have known her far longer and she has my full support""
12 Oct, 21:04
Baroness Sally Hamwee
"Ros and I have worked closely together in the Lords, and I am enthusiastically supporting her candidature. Ros is a liberal to her core, a clever politician to her fingertips, and has the skills needed to represent our party to the outside world as well as to undertake its leadership internally (it is often not appreciated how arduous a job the President has behind the scenes)."
12 Oct, 20:43
Cllr Ralph J Scott
Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group, Redbridge London Borough Council
"I am impressed with her enthusiasm and approach."
12 Oct, 20:07
Cllr Graham R Jones
Member, North Norfolk District Council
"I am happy to be supporting Ros - she came and campaigned for Norman Lamb in the last election and I think that she will make an excellent president."
12 Oct, 19:11
James Graham
http://www.theliberati.net/quaequamblog/
"The shortest and simplest reason is that for the past year I've seen her walk the talk. The other two candidates talk a lot about campaigning. Ros has got off her arse, toured the country, developed a brand, shored up supporters, experimented with social media (successfully) and built momentum. A year ago, her chances of beating Lembit were minimal. Rather than settling for second place and a pat on the head, she's worked her socks off to turn that around."
12 Oct, 19:06
John Rodgers
Chair, Rochdale Local Party
"I am delighted to endorse Ros and I personally hope she becomes the next president of our party. She will continually seek the views of the party membership and not become remote once elected.
John Rodgers
Chair Rochdale."
12 Oct, 18:58
Michael Carchrie Campbell
Chair, Northern Ireland Liberal Democrats
"I'm supporting Ros Scott to be President of the Liberal Democrats as I know the hard work that she has put in all over the country for the Party from the ground up. With her background in local government, Ros will be able to relate to the Liberal Democrat activists on the ground. As a member of the House of Lords, Ros has shown that she is well able to take responsibility for scrutinizing laws in Parliament.
These two qualities are vital to the Party President who has to listen to the Party's membership from the local Party member right through the councillors, and Parliamentary Party to the leadership. I feel confident that Ros will make sure that the views of the wider membership will be able to be heard within the leadership. I am confident also that the leadership will have a president who will be able to talk to the whole party with confidence that she will be heard and believed.
"
12 Oct, 17:10
Cllr Mike Lynch
Member, Newcastle upon Tyne City Council
"having met Ros at the party conference in September, i believe that she will make a good and competent president of our party."
12 Oct, 16:21
Lord David Chidgey
Eastleigh By-Election Winner, MP 1994-2005, Life Peer 2005, Member HoL Foreign Affairs Committee, Past Regional Chair, Hampshire Central., President, Eastleigh Local Party
"I'm backing Ros because I respect her ability to bring the concerns of ordinary people across the country into sharp focus in the House of Lords' chamber. As President her skills and deep experience would provide a strong and respected voice for the Liberal Democrats and the people of Britain."
12 Oct, 13:44
Jo Swinson
MP Dunbartonshire East
"Ros is the best choice for Party President. She knows the party inside out, but will also bring a fresh approach and bags of energy to the job of President."
12 Oct, 13:27
Sally McIntosh
"I heard Ros speak at my first visit to a party event last year. I was very impressed by her intelligence and ability to communicate. She has an excellent reputation of working hard for the party and getting things done and I would be very pleased to see her elected as president."
12 Oct, 13:21
Aqila Choudhry
PPC Leeds North East
"I am supporting Ros to represent Lib Dems committment to equlity of opportunity and achievements in leadership within the party giving a poweerful message to the electorate "
12 Oct, 13:02
Cllr. Joe Leach
Liberal Democrat Group Leader, Sedgemoor District Council
"Ros is a wonderful person, having made such tremendous efforts to help us here in Sedgemoor, I know she will do this just as hard, if not harder as president of the party. Never have I been so sure of my decision."
12 Oct, 12:13
Cllr Peter Black
Welsh Assembly Member for South Wales West region
"Ros has thought through the role and how she will deal with it. Her focus is on the members, rather than the party establishment and I think that is the right way to approach this role."
12 Oct, 11:26
Cllr Trevor Higginson
Member, Halton Borough Council
"I fully support Ross to be a candidate, but would hope that she would agree to her participating in a public debate with other candidates."
