"The way to see off the populist right isn’t to cower in its shadow; it’s to step up and offer a compelling, positive alternative."

@eddavey.libdems.org.uk calling for a new, positive relationship with Europe including a UK-EU customs union.

The world is looking on in horror as Netanyahu's Government plots to lock Gaza's entire population into effectively a giant prison.

The Prime Minister should make it clear that the UK won't stand idly by, starting by sanctioning Netanyahu himself.

Ofwat to be abolished as ministers look to create new water regulator Move follows intense criticism of utilities over sewage spills, shareholder payouts and ballooning debts

It’s about time the Government came to its senses. We @libdems.org.uk have been demanding Ofwat be scrapped since 2022.

We need a tough, effective regulator that finally puts the people of Epsom & Ewell + our waterways first, not Thames Water executives + their profits.

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This record of failure shows water regulation in our country is broken.

Water companies are getting away with polluting our rivers on an industrial scale and face little more than a slap on the wrist.

Serious water pollution incidents in England up 60% last year - with three companies blamed for most The EA data is released as a major review of the water sector is expected to recommend a big shake-up of regulation.

The government must bring forward a proper overhaul of our water sector starting by scrapping the failed watchdog Ofwat.

People are fed up with empty promises from ministers while Britain's waterways continue to be ruined by sewage.

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Helping Sutton's residents in hard times Cllr Jayne McCoy on the Council's work to protect residents through the cost of living crisis.

We're living through hard times.

Tonight, we've passed a motion calling on the Govt to reverse their welfare cuts and enable councils like ours to continue supporting those in need.

Lib Dems are fighting for a better future for everyone in Sutton.

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Deputy Leader of the Council Cllr Sam Martin has spoken at tonight's full council to highlight the work we are doing to protect the most vulnerable in hard times - and how Sutton Lib Dems are planning for the long-term.

We are committed to delivering a great future for everyone in our borough.

Cllr Gemma Munday has spoken movingly tonight about the work that Sutton is doing to support care leavers.

Ours is one of the first councils in London to recognise care leavers as a protected characteristic.

Everyone in Sutton deserves a bright future - and we're committed to delivering it.

Tonight, Cllr Jayne McCoy has led the way on a motion calling on the Govt to stop dithering and deliver the reforms to social care, welfare and housing we all know are necessary.

Sutton's Lib Dem Council will keep fighting for a brighter future for everyone in our community.

Sutton Lib Dems will ALWAYS protect the Green Belt Council Leader Barry Lewis on the importance of keeping our borough green.

BIG NEWS: We've just stopped the Conservatives from forcing a Green Belt building disaster on Sutton.

Their reckless plan would have handed over control of our planning rules to the Mayor of London and opaque, top-down national rules alone.

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Tonight, at Sutton's Full Council Meeting, we're calling on the Govt to reverse the painful cuts to public spending in the recent spending review that will add yet more hardship to the lives of many Sutton residents.

We'll never stop fighting for everyone's future in Sutton.

YouTube video by Liberal Democrats One year of Ed Davey and the Liberal Democrats standing up for you | Compilation

One year ago, Liberal Democrats won 72 seats, our best result in 100 years.

Every day, we're pushing the Government to go further and faster in fixing the NHS and social care, and demanding a bolder plan to boost the economy.

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Islamophobia: 'The threats we face as Muslim Londoners are real' London Assembly Member Hina Bokhari has written to the mayor of London demanding more action.

My colleague @hinabokharild.bsky.social is absolutely right - the Mayor isn't doing enough to make sure Islamophobia is tackled in London.

London is stronger for its diversity, and the hate that so many (including Hina herself) face has no place in our city.

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Today marks one whole year since the General Election... and my team challenged me to try to list all the things I've done as your MP for Sutton, Cheam and Worcester Park in 60 seconds.

Safe to say... couldn't manage it, which is a good problem to have! 🔶🔶🔶

Today marks a whole year in office as your MP for Sutton, Cheam and Worcester Park.

It’s been a great first year - and there’s still so much work to do. I’ll keep fighting for a fair deal for our community.

Don't forget - it's Mental Health Awareness Week.

This year's theme is #ThisIsMyCommunity - because strong communities are one of the best ways to promote good mental health.

Why not take the time to look up activities in your area that boost your mental health, or just check in on a friend?

Campaigners in the Carshalton by election.

Fantastic support for Lisa Webster and Sutton Lib Dems in Carshalton Beeches today.

Lots of people mentioning how good the Lib Dem council is.

Review from the Telegraph above Ed and his son John. It reads "Britain's care system is collapsing, but Ed Davey has a plan"

"A sincere, pragmatic and powerful analysis of one of the most urgent dilemmas facing our country today. Davey himself is a carer, has been for most of his life and will be for the rest of it."

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Ed Davey's book, Why I Care, releases May 22nd

The plans to upgrade St Helier Hospital have been delayed by 10 years.

Can the government reassure me they’ll work with the local Trust to maintain and adapt the estate so the hospital can survive?

@bobbywdean.bsky.social

“Catastrophically and categorically unfair” if Government “moves the goalposts” for Hong Kongers in U.K., says Lib Dem MP Luke Taylor is calling on the Government for clarity over the future of the BNO scheme.

Hong Kongers deserve clarity on how the Govt's new immigration strategy will impact them.

It would be totally unfair to move the goalposts on BNO Passport holders by extending their minimum stay in the U.K. to 10 years to apply for settlement.

www.luketaylor.org.uk/news/article...

Luke Taylor MP on standing up for Youth Services

Youth services are the frontline in the battle for hearts and minds of young people at risk of picking up a knife.

I've called for a public health approach to knife crime, and one of the pillars of that is supporting these services to keep reaching young people.

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World leading cancer research and treatment hub lined up for Sutton The £1 bn scheme is subject to approval by the local authority in the Autumn with work starting next year

"The London Cancer Hub will position Sutton as London's global centre for oncology." - Councillor Barry Lewis, leader of Sutton Council.

#Sutton #SuttonCouncil #AmbitiousforSutton #oncology #cancerresearch

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Our brilliant Sutton Council by-election candidate Lisa Webster is joined by local MPs Helen Maguire, Bobby Dean, Luke Taylor and local activists to campaign in Carshalton South & Clockhouse. 🔶

Fantastic support on the doorsteps of Carshalton South & Clockhouse for our brilliant by-election candidate Lisa Webster. 🔶

It was great to be joined by @helenmaguiremp.bsky.social, @bobbywdean.bsky.social and @luketaylorld.bsky.social

#VoteLibDem

National Stalking Awareness Week - Early Day Motions - UK Parliament That this House marks National Stalking Awareness Week; acknowledges the profound impact stalking has on victims’ mental and physical health; notes that stalking is too often viewed solely as a crimin...

Glad to say that my recent EDM to mark National Stalking Awareness Week received cross-party support.

I will keep working with all who are willing to roll up their sleeves to combat stalking and reform the law to make it easier for victims to get justice.

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Congratulations to the @suttonlibdems.bsky.social family!! Fantastic result in the Sutton Central by-election. So pleased to see Richard Choi getting elected. He will be an amazing councillor. 👏🏽

THANK YOU Sutton Central! Humbled & honoured to be elected your new #LibDem Councillor with 1,291 votes (55.7%) yesterday! 🙏 Huge thanks to every voter & the fantastic @suttonlibdems.bsky.social s team! Proud to be Sutton's first #Hongkonger Cllr . Ready to work hard for our community!

We have now passed our fair and balanced budget for everyone in Sutton.

The Liberal Democrats will never stop fighting for Sutton's future.

To summarise the budget, up now is Leader of the Council Cllr Barry Lewis.

He highlights that the funding system for Local Govt is deeply broken and unfair.

The Liberal Democrats will always fight for a fair deal for Sutton to keep building a bright future.

On that point! 12 of Sutton's parks have Green Flag Status.

Our commitment to a greener future for our borough by protecting our green spaces is paying off.

Cllr Sam Cumber is up now, talking about Sutton's brilliant high street regeneration and the work we do, in partnership with great Friends groups, to protect and enhance our parks.

We have so much to be proud of in our public spaces.