Congratulations to @JoshBabarinde.bsky.social - newly elected President of the Liberal Democrats.

Remembrance Day provides an opportunity to honour the sacrifice of all those who have served to defend our democratic freedoms. We think too of those civilians who have lost their lives in conflict and acts of terrorism. Today, we remember them all with gratitude, honour and respect.

Nigel Farage used to believe in reforming the voting system, now he's rowed back because it no longer benefits him. We will keep fighting for a fair votes, not because it benefits us but because it's right for the country.

Crucial that relatives of #ChinookJustice crash victims, with legitimate concerns re the lack of answers, are heard. Delighted that during Monday’s debate on the Public Office (Accountability) Bill - ‘The Hillsborough Law’ - the Minister committed to meet with families and their MPs. I’ll be there.

For too long, ME has been underfunded, under-researched, and poorly understood. Patients deserve better. You can read more in my guest blog for @thereforme.bsky.social below:

Great piece explaining so clearly the situation faced by people affected by ME in her constituency from my @libdems.org.uk colleague @wendychambld.bsky.social. 🙏🏽

No NHS trust has met the 62-day target for starting cancer treatment in 10 years. Will the PM ensure the National Cancer Plan delivers the staff, equipment and investment needed to finally meet that target? @clivejonesmp.bsky.social

I really welcome this. Scaling up our military strength is not just about tanks and ships. It is also about morale. Our troops could be asked to put their lives on the line to protect us. The least we can do is give them somewhere decent to live. www.bbc.com/news/article...

I welcome Government confirmation today that it will act on five recommendations from the Infected Blood Inquiry Additional Report published in July 2025 - it’s an important step. I’ll continue to scrutinise its response to the Scandal to ensure all affected receive full and fair compensation.

Thank you… it is my privilege to be entrusted to push for #ChinookJustice

For the 2nd time in as many days, a government minister has described our case as "serious" - also describing the "devastating" impact on our families still searching for the truth. Progress? or coincidence? Thanks to @tessamunt.bsky.social for her support. #chinookjustice

We just defeated Nigel Farage’s Bill in Parliament to tear up people’s rights and withdraw from the ECHR. Farage wants to do away with the Britain Churchill built and turn it into a version of Trump's America. We stopped him.

Today, I joined the families of those who died when a Chinook crashed in 1994 to deliver a petition to 10 Downing Street. They are still in the dark. The petition demands that the Defence Secretary meets with them, the documents are released, and a public Inquiry is held. More information below👇🏽

This evening, I’ve co-signed this amendment to the Sentencing Bill.

So pleased to be able to contribute to this debate on PoTS - thanks to @catsmithmp.bsky.social for securing it and constituents for prompting me. Looking to government for far better responses to this debilitating condition - funding for research and improved access to supportive specialist help.

Great to be at today’s launch of the Wells ‘Act to Adapt’ plan to kick-off Wells Eco-week. Supported by @SomersetWT and the City Council, the community has created this to respond to climate threats whilst building community, supporting local wildlife, and increasing wellbeing 👉🏾 tinyurl.com/ycy96daj

My message to the millions of One Nation conservatives who reject the divisive politics of Badenoch and Farage is this: Come and join us. Help us save our country. Come and win with us.

I’m delighted to confirm that I’ve held well over 100 ‘surgeries’ across Wells and Mendip Hills constituency since the election last year. From community cafes, to pubs and coffee shops, I love meeting you in such welcoming venues. Thank you if you’ve come to talk to me.

#Somerset MPs Sir Ashley Fox (@conservatives.bsky.social, #Bridgwater) and @tessamunt.bsky.social (@libdems.org.uk, #Wells and Mendip Hills) have called for a debate on flood prevention in light of planned EA maintenance cuts: www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/2544441... #LDReporter

Britain can’t afford Elon’s next power trip. Today I’ve written to the Energy Secretary urging him to block Musk’s electricity supply licence. The government should be putting the national interest first, not worrying about upsetting Elon Musk.

“Peaceful protest is a fundamental pillar of any liberal democracy, and this legislation is denying people that right.” @lisasmartmp.bsky.social writes to the Home Secretary to challenge the Terrorism Act 2000 - after terrorism powers were against peaceful protesters supporting Palestine Action. ⬇️

Yes, on #SevereMEDay, thinking of all those affected directly or indirectly. We must see the weak commitments in the government’s Final Delivery Plan turned into meaningful reality. You’re not alone💙.

It’s August, time for the wonderful Somerset tradition of ‘harvest home’ as communities celebrate our fantastic rural way of life. This Saturday we had over 700 people come together for Hewish, Puxton & Wick St Lawrence Harvest Home. #HarvestHome #Somerset #NorthSomerset

Delighted that the Final Delivery Plan is finally available 👇🏽 Now to read the detail… 🤔 Thanks to all those who have been an encouragement on our long journey. www.gov.uk/government/p...

Sadly, the long wait for the Final ME Delivery Plan has continued…The Times and campaign groups were able to publish details of the Plan at midnight, but it wasn’t available to the rest of us at midday. 🙏🏽 to Minister Ashley Dalton for coming to reiterate this isn’t how it should be. Fresh start?

Thanks for a helpful summary of the Final ME Delivery Plan @actionforme.bsky.social 👇🏽

June 30 + 22… 🥳 I’m hugely relieved that DHSC is apparently publishing the Final Delivery Plan today. But it’s contemptuous that it is only being released as the long Summer Recess starts, depriving MPs of the opportunity for proper scrutiny. tinyurl.com/5zf6h89p

I recently spoke in a Westminster Hall debate to highlight that ADHD is significantly overrepresented in our prisons, negatively impacting on rehabilitation and reoffending. Time to investigate why and what can be done to help - good for people with ADHD, good to reduce numbers in prison. 👍🏾👍🏾

June 30 + 10… and with still no sign of the ME Delivery Plan, last Thursday I again asked the Leader of the House, @LucyMPowell, if she could help bring an end to the delay which is so disrespectful for #pwME. I’m grateful for her acknowledgement and commitment to follow up. 👍🏾

June 30 + 9……no ME Delivery Plan. Grateful to HelenMorganLibDem.bsky.social LibDem Health Spokesperson for writing to rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social asking that the Plan be published very soon. We owe it to #pwME to recognise the urgency of the challenge and take immediate action to address it.

June 30 + 8… still no Delivery Plan on ME. Grateful to helenmorganlibdem.bsky.social, LibDem Health Spokesperson for writing to rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social asking that the Plan be published very shortly. We want people with ME, and their carers, to know that the LibDems are on their side.

I'm honoured to have served the residents of Wells and Mendip Hills as their MP for the past 12 months. I'll always try to help if I can. To reach me call 01934 440639 or message me on [email protected] Thank you for entrusting me with this privilege. Tessa

Wonderful to take part in the commemorative photocall of all women MPs, marking 97 years since women gained the right to vote on equal terms with men. Each MP received a personalised sash from @centenary.bsky.social made by Re:make Newport, marking our place in the history of #WomenInParliament.

Big congrats @dannychambers.bsky.social! A wonderful achievement! Such a great example one year on of the @libdems.org.uk contribution to Parliament as the constructive opposition. 👍🏾

Today’s #ThereForME blog unpacks the latest frustrating news on the Delivery Plan for ME, and shares some seeds of hope. Ft. An exclusive message to the community from the one and only @tessamunt.bsky.social 👇 (Link in next post)

3/3 As we understand, the Final Plan will not be published until after the release of the NHS 10-Year Plan. We are continuing to advocate for its immediate release, & proper funding. Further delays are unacceptable #pwME #MECFS #MyalgicE #MyalgicEncephalomyelitis #DeliveryPlan #FundThePlan

Sonya: “The ME community is once again left in the dark — with no clear timeline, no explanation & growing doubt over whether the plan will appear at all. What message does this send to a group already fighting for basic recognition, where the most severely affected are often the most neglected?” ⬇️

1/3 📢 The Times (paywalled): "Third delay to ME care plan prompts backlash from patients" Full article (paywalled) 👇 www.thetimes.com/uk/healthcar... ⬇️

It’s 30 June….the ME Delivery Plan is a no-show. It’s unacceptable. #pwME have been left in darkness for too long. I’m with @HelenMorganLibDem.bsky.social: ‘The government must think again, publish the plan without delay, and allocate it the resources it needs to make a real difference.’

Very productive meeting with my MP @tessamunt.bsky.social this afternoon @transsolidarity.bsky.social One significant takeaway: don’t assume MPs are as knowledgeable around trans rights as you are. Information is helpful. I’ve agreed to keep in touch with her to keep her up to date 👍🏻

The very long awaited Final Cross-government Delivery Plan for ME/CFS won’t fix everything, but could be a start. Yesterday I sought confirmation of its publication by the end of June, bringing some government commitment to #pwME. Thanks to @LucyMPowell for a sympathetic response.

Countless people rely on this support to stay in work and just go about their daily lives. To strip that away from them is not only senseless but cruel. Ministers must change course.

Big thanks to @JoPlatt.bsky.social for sharing her challenging journey with #LongCovid. I agree - current @DWPgovuk approaches to assessment fail #pwLC, #pwME. Proposed changes will only worsen things, with devastating consequences. @longcovidsupport.bsky.social I’m with you - time to rethink!

📣 Current PIP criteria already fail people with energy-limiting conditions. Proposed changes will deepen this injustice, with devastating consequences. @joplatt.bsky.social backs our call for a system that supports people with #LongCovid, in @bigissue.com.

The UK’s millions of unpaid carers are the backbone of our society, propping up our fragile health & social care systems and providing essential care to friends and family. This #CarersWeek, government must start to acknowledge the significant inequalities that carers face and put support in place.

Welcome this long overdue step. @eddavey.libdems.org.uk first called for it 16 months ago. The Government should make clear that it will sanction other extremists in the Netanyahu Cabinet who continue to advocate the violent annexation of Palestinian territory. www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/...

Thank you to my constituent Anthony for raising the issue that medical data is often not accessible across the NHS because of incompatible systems. Delighted that in response to my question, the Leader of the House confirmed that the government is absolutely committed to fixing this. 👍🏾

So pleased that acting with passion and persistence as a constructive Opposition, LibDems have seen through this positive change to Labour government policy. 👍🏾

I met the DBC in Parliament to understand fully the impact of the planned cuts on those with long-term health conditions, disabilities and their carers. It’s worse than I thought. I will be writing to the Govt to insist that all the impact assessments have been made available to MPs before we vote.