Spelthorne Liberal Democrats are delighted to announce that Michael Alexiou and Matt Lindon have been selected as our candidates for Laleham and Shepperton in the upcoming Unitary Authority elections which will be held in May 2026. 

Michael has lived in Spelthorne for over a decade, and has retired here after a successful career in Research and Development for consumer product industries. Michael has a PhD in physical organic chemistry and has a keen interest in the sciences and technology. He now volunteers for a number of organisations including in local sports and culture.

Michael believes in honesty, decency and kindness, and that our society should provide access to the fundamentals such as employment, housing, education, medical provision and social care. Michael also cares deeply about local issues which affect our ability to enjoy living in our area including the construction of much needed homes while maintaining our green spaces, reducing pollution, tackling anti-social behaviour and improving our infrastructure. 

Matt grew up in Spelthorne and attended Thamesmead School in Shepperton, where he fostered a love for our local area. Like many young people, Matt started his career working in local retail, however he is currently completing an apprenticeship in transport planning, helping to plan the transport infrastructure that keeps us connected. He also has a deep love for animals, with extensive volunteering experience at the Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, the RSPCA and other animal welfare organisations.

Matt is passionate about Spelthorne and improving our local area. His main areas of focus are ensuring the right housing is built, the preservation of our green spaces, opportunities for young people and, perhaps unsurprisingly, our transport infrastructure which is in dire need of investment.

Michael and Matt will make fantastic councillors and will take local concerns to the new Unitary Authority if they are elected in 2026. If you want committed local champions to represent you in Laleham and Shepperton, vote for Michael and Matt on the 7th of May 2026!