Vikki Slade MP

The system is outdated and if I can get a debate then I will be talking to my residents to seek practical changes and more. Use of automation

Many of us have called for tighter regulations on those who have issues with cognition, eyesight and for review of renewals. Doctors & do write to DVLA to withdraw. That’s the route to follow.

That was debated this week during the sentencing bill actually

After hearing from residents frustrated by delays with DVLA after medical disclosures, I’ve called for the system to be modernised.
It’s not right that people with medical conditions face slower processing — sometimes losing their ability to drive as a result. I will be seeking a debate on this. 🚗

Decorated shoes by care leavers to explain their feelings

Really moving to attend a workshop for “In My Shoes” at Dorset Museum to mark National Care Leavers Month

The exhibition includes a display of poems, shoes and reflections to better understand views & experiences or Care Experienced YP - on until 7th Nov

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Vikki with her dog Todd

🎆 Firework season is here!
While fun for many, fireworks can cause real distress for pets, wildlife & people sensitive to loud noise — my dog Todd included 🐶💛
Taking a few simple precautions can make a big difference in keeping animals calm and safe. Advice from Dogs Trust: buff.ly/0RO4uiU

@anjanakhatwa.bsky.social your copy of the EDM was posted tonight. Congratulations 🥂🎉

Huge congratulations to Dr Anjana Khatwa on her new book Whispers of Rock, exploring how geology shapes both our planet and human culture. Her work through the Jurassic Coast Trust and Dorset Race Equality Council has inspired so many locally. Proud to recognise her in Parliament!

Follow this link to donate.

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I joined the CAFOD Gaza Crisis event at David Lloyd Poole last week, where together we collectively lifted over 100 tonnes, or 5 Hercules filled with aid.

Earlier this week in Parliament, I highlighted CAFOD’s incredible work

CAFOD are 64% of the way to their target.

Yes drinking habits change - in fact Hall & Woodhouse told me that in some pubs they now sell as many coffees as pints.
Pubs can and do adapt to lifestyle change - NICs, biz rates, VAT & energy cost changes all listed by @ukhospitality.bsky.social as factors making that tougher

Want to vote for your favourite pub in Mid Dorset & North Poole? All the details are on the homepage! www.vikkislade.uk

I launched my Pub of the Year competition to highlight a sector that’s really struggling

Today I asked the Minister to consider a lower rate for Employer National Insurance Contributions to help reverse the impact of Labour’s jobs tax, which is hitting pubs and the wider hospitality industry hard

We’ve just defeated Nigel Farage’s attempt to tear up people’s rights by taking the UK out of the ECHR.

The Liberal Democrats will always defend the freedoms and liberal values that define our country.

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It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Today, I joined the Breast Cancer Now event, where I heard from inspiring supporters with lived experience, including Sophie Blake.
I learned more about the charity’s work, the impact of breast cancer in Dorset and how I can best support residents.

I asked the Minister today what actions his department is taking to help end the violence against Palestinians while a two-state solution is being negotiated.
Every act of violence makes peace and progress harder to achieve.

Vikki kneeling potting a plant

Visited Broadstone First School to meet staff, tour the school and take part in a lively Q&A with pupils Called on the Minister to prevent nurseries bringing in unfair restrictions for parents using funded childcare, as some families are now paying £500 extra for promised 'free' hours Raised residents’ concerns about noise pollution from Bournemouth Airport with the Secretary of State and pressed for action to address it Urged the Minister to end the “doom loop” forcing some young people to repeatedly retake exams rather than pursue functional qualifications Continued detailed scrutiny of the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill as part of the Bill Committee   Met families from the Chinook Justice Campaign after calling on MoD to support a public enquiry into the tragedy Joined BCP Council’s launch of the Local Area Energy Plan on World Climate Action Day, planting bulbs to mark the occasion Joined a CAFOD Gaza Crisis event at David Lloyd Poole, where we collectively lifted over 100 tonnes, the same as 5 Hercules filled with aid   Launched my search for Mid Dorset and North Poole’s Pub of the Year – visit my website to cast your vote   Attended a fantastic event at Gullivers Bookshop in Wimborne with Larry Lamb for the launch of his new book All Wrapped Up

A look back at some of my activities from last week.
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📜 What is a Bill Committee?
Since Tuesday 14th October, I’ve had the pleasure of scrutinising the Devolution Bill line by line with colleagues every Tuesday and Thursday.

Watch to find out what a Bill Committee is, and why it’s a crucial part of the law-making process.

That’s if he turns up …

Racism has no place in parliament or society. Farage must suspend the whip

Front page of Sunday Times story about Lib Fens pushing for Prince Andrew titles to be removed

Yes media has moved on already - though @libdems.org.uk did get coverage for our attempts to get rid of Prince Andrew titles on the front page of @thetimes.com

Stunts with a message are important in a social media age. And in my experience the stunts are less popular with those who are not using social media until I explain that it’s gets publicity.
Farage only needs to say vile things to get PR!

Balance the BBC The BBC is our national broadcaster, people expect and deserve balanced news coverage.

Heard on BBC radio but you are right, this underreporting has to change.

@libdems.org.uk have been highlighting & have a Balance the BBC petition - pls sign www.libdems.org.uk/bbc

Go Magpies! Congrats Wimborne Town winning their cup game 1-0 … excited to see who they will face next

Well said. Appalling comments

How thoroughly unpleasant … how does she think non white British born families felt for decades being invisible on TV.

Our diversity is our strength

How to vote

Follow the link to my website — all the information you need to vote is on the main page.

I’m launching my search for Mid Dorset and North Poole’s Pub of the Year 2025!

Nominate your favourite local by 28th November and help celebrate the pubs and publicans at the heart of our communities.

Vote here www.vikkislade.uk

Cheers,

Vikki

I’m not a member - I just went to support their fundraiser after being requested to by a constituent!