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I’m grateful to have met with UNRWA reps in Geneva last week to hear about their vital work supporting and educating Palestinian children, and delivering aid across the region.

We also discussed the harmful disinformation circulating about their operations within the UN’s local engagement model.

When British troops died in Iraq because of poor equipment, ECHR laws ensured the government was accountable.

The ECHR was written by British lawyers and reflects our values. That’s why we voted to stay.

NHS makes morning-after pill available for free across pharmacies in England Those in need of free emergency contraception no longer have to see their GP or attend a sexual health clinic

A huge step forward for women’s health. Making the morning-after pill freely available at pharmacies will make contraception fairer and more accessible.

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Deeply alarming reports from Gaza overnight. The loss of each and every civilian life is utterly devastating.

The UK must be unequivocal in calling for all sides to uphold the ceasefire and international law.

Yesterday the Government announced its decision on the future of Surrey's councils.

NHS to offer same-day prostate cancer diagnosis The new trial, which uses AI, has been described as a

This is really good news - faster prostate cancer diagnoses could be life-saving for thousands of men.

Innovation like this must go hand-in-hand with investment in NHS staff and early diagnosis across all cancers.

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Memorial honours those affected by military ‘gay ban’

Honouring LGBT+ veterans in this way is long overdue. This memorial recognises their courage in service and the injustices they endured.

It will serve as a reminder that our armed forces must be truly inclusive for all.

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Quote graphic. TEXT: Dick was a passionate, principled and thoughtful colleague who will be sorely missed by all of us in the Liberal Democrat family. A founding member of our party, Dick was a passionate European who inspired us all with his sharp intelligence and incredible experience in government, politics and beyond over many decades. His long and exceptional record of public service is an inspiration to us all, a reminder of what politics can be at its best. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and all those who loved him. Ed Davey Leader of the Liberal Democrats

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Lord Dick Taverne. He will be greatly missed by all of us, and his colleagues in the House of Lords.

His life and long record of public service stand as an inspiration and a reminder of politics at its best.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Prime Minister Refuses to Guarantee Local Elections Will Go Ahead Next May Woking’s MP, Will Forster, has slammed the Prime Minister for refusing to guarantee that local elections will take place next May - leaving voters in the dark over whether they’ll get their say at the...

At #PMQs today, the Prime Minister refused to guarantee that local elections in #Woking and across the country will go ahead next year! This leaves voters in the dark over whether they’ll get their say at the ballot box.
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The Tories can shout at me all they like, but the truth is their Brexit deal it is hurting our country and Labour won’t do anything about it.

Today I urged the Prime Minister to actually fix it.

The recent Government announcement regarding military home standards is a huge win for our Armed Forces families.

After years of campaigning, the Lib Dems have secured legal protections to end mouldy, unsafe military housing.

I’m proud to have fought for this change.

UK ready to spend frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine loan Sir Keir co-signed a joint E3 statement with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron

This is something we as Liberal Democrats have long called for. Those who wage illegal wars must face the consequences. I'm proud to see this principle become policy.

Trump pressure to hike UK drug prices could cost NHS billions, experts warn Anew deal will only trigger further increased price demands and make healthcare in the UK more expensive, say experts

It’s absolutely shocking to see the Government bending to pressure from Trump after years of claiming the NHS couldn’t afford new life-saving drugs.

Patients deserve transparency about what this deal will cost, and what it means for their care.

I am aware of reports of a serious incident in Leatherhead that occurred last week, and my thoughts are with everyone affected.

I am in touch with the relevant authorities and am monitoring the situation closely.

I’m absolutely appalled by the attack at a synagogue in Manchester today, on Yom Kippur.

My thoughts are with the victims, their loved ones, and the Jewish community at this time.

I am delighted to take on my new role as Spokesperson for Primary Care and Cancer.

This is an area I have passionately campaigned on since being elected, and I look forward to working hard on these issues and making a difference in a real, tangible way.

My full statement. ✍️

Poland closing its airspace shows how close this war is to all of us.

Our "war-ready Britain" plan calls for action - we must urgently improve our military readiness and public awareness in the face of Putin's aggressive ambition.

I’ve joined the cross-party call urging the Foreign Secretary to condemn the attacks on the Global Sumud Flotilla and ensure the safety of those delivering much needed aid to Gaza.

Let aid flow, now.

I'm deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Menzies Campbell - a kind man and a formidable politician. My thoughts are with his loved ones.

Graphic showing polling changes: Lib Dems +3, Labour +1, Conservatives -2, Reform -1. Headline reads 'Lib Dems winning: Lib Dems overtake Conservatives in bombshell poll'.

We are overtaking the Conservatives and on the cusp of overtaking Labour too.

More and more people are backing the Liberal Democrats to stand up to Reform and stop Trump’s America becoming Farage’s Britain.

A statement from Ed Davey, Leader of the Liberal Democrats, on UK recognition of Palestinian statehood.

Recognising Palestinian self-determination has been long overdue. It is a welcome step, yet it must be the start, not the end.

We need a ceasefire, an end to the cycle of violence and real progress towards a two-state solution.

Nato intercepts Russian warplanes violating Estonian airspace Estonia says three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets remained in Estonian airspace for 12 minutes.

This is a very serious development. The UK must stand together with our NATO allies and provide any support they require.

We must lead from the front in choking off Russia’s revenues from oil and gas - and press all European partners to do the same.

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The Liberal Democrats are calling this what it is - a genocide.

Too many remain cautious to call it out, but that hesitation is costing lives.

Ceasefire now. Lift the illegal aid blockade. End the genocide.

Last night, as Donald Trump arrived in the U.K., the IDF pressed forward with its new ground offensive on Gaza City.

Amidst the pomp and pageantry of the state visit, the abject suffering of Palestinian civilians cannot be forgotten. Keir Starmer must implore Trump to call for a ceasefire.

Many of my constituents are BN(O) visa holders who have made their home in Epsom and Ewell.

I was proud to intervene in a Westminster Hall debate to push for clarity and reassurance to those affected by the proposed changes.

Russia violating Polish airspace is a dangerous escalation.
We must back our European allies in the face of Putin's warmongering.
The UK should further hit the Kremlin's war fund and reduce the oil cap cut to stop Russian aggression spreading across Europe.

I was delighted to secure a parliamentary debate on pavement parking.

We must do more to address this issue proactively, and I made this point to Surrey County Council back in July ✍️

#LocalChampion #Surrey

Last week, I pressured the UK government to act. To demand Israel lift their illegal aid blockade on Gaza and to sanction the Israeli cabinet complicit in it.

UK Emergency Alerts test: Sun 7 Sept, 3pm.

Phones & tablets may make a loud siren sound + vibrate. No action needed. Alerts warn of life-threatening events like extreme weather.

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🚶 Pavements are for people, not parking.

Today I hosted a debate in Parliament urging the Govt to end pavement parking, a barrier to safety & independence for disabled people, parents & children.

Watch the full debate here 👉 buff.ly/zE8E7SG

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