Member of Parliament for Southwark & Bermondsey, and President of the Liberal Democrats
Simon has been MP for Southwark & Bermondsey since 1983, and has held the position of spokesman for the Environment, Education, Health, and Home Affairs for his Party. He is currently the President of the Liberal Democrats, and also acts as the Lib Dem Shadow Leader of the House.
In 2004 Simon ran as the Liberal Democrat candidate for Mayor of London, emphasising his commitment to securing the Olympic Games for London and transport in particular. Though unsuccessful in his bid, Simon fought a respected campaign, many of whose ideas were picked up by Ken Livingstone upon his re-election to office.
Simon is well regarded and respected as a spokesman for his constituency and London as a whole.
You can read more about Simon on his website.
