Paul's MP September Newsletter: Thames Water, the District Line and The Fight for Met Police Funding
What I've been up to this September in Parliament and across Wimbledon.
7 Oct 2026
Paul Kohler - MP for Wimbledon
As your Liberal Democrat MP I commit to making a difference — to be on your side, fighting every day for a fair deal for Wimbledon; Morden Town Centre; Motspur, Merton & Raynes Park; and Old & New Malden.
I want to thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve our community. It’s been a busy 12 months in Westminster and the constituency, where I have done my utmost to stand up for you and your values.
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Wimbledon MP calls for meeting with Policing Minister to raise alarm over Metropolitan Police funding cuts and job losses
As the Metropolitan Police face further job losses, Paul Kohler MP is urging the Government to intervene and act on the crippling funding crisis facing the Capital's police force.
18 Sep 2026
Wimbledon MP raises alarm over relocation of women’s services at St Helier amid hospital safety concerns
Paul Kohler MP has raised urgent concerns over proposed relocation of women’ health services at St Helier Hospital due to serious building safety fears
26 Jun 2026
Wimbledon MP condemns “worrying” rise in Tube lift closures caused by staff shortages
New figures reveal Tube lifts were closed for a record 6,365 hours in 2025 because trained staff were unavailable. Wimbledon Park station was the worst affected station on the Underground network, with one closure lasting 424 continuous hours.
21 May 2026
Wimbledon MP: “Tories have betrayed residents on Wimbledon Park”
Conservative Lord Banner’s amendment, which passed yesterday, weakens legal protections for Wimbledon Park. Paul Kohler MP slams the Conservatives for hypocrisy and failing to stand up for residents.
15 Apr 2026
Wimbledon MP meets SWR, Network Rail and TfL on District Line disruption
Two weeks ago, Wimbledon MP Paul Kohler convened a meeting with senior representatives from Network Rail, TfL, and South Western Railway (SWR) to demand answers. There is now a clear, cross-agency recognition that our branch requires urgent investment.
9 Mar 2026
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