Ed’s been here in Sussex campaigning for the county elections. In both East and West Sussex it’s the Lib Dems who have shown we can beat both the Conservatives and Reform. Come and join us!

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This is a democratic farce. The government is essentially asking Conservative council leaders if they would like to grant themselves an extra year in power. It is like a teacher asking a student if they’d prefer to skip their exams because they aren’t ready. news.sky.com/story/millio...

This delay is another example of the govt’s shambolic indecision Sussex is being denied the chance to vote for Lib Dems’ positive vision for the future We’ll keep working for a prosperous, tolerant and green Sussex, starting with the county council elections in May www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

It's Lib Dems or Reform for Sussex Mayor. The choice is clear: I will fight to protect our environment. I'll deliver better public transport, and champion a stronger local economy for everyone. We are the positive alternative. We can win this. Help me win 👇 www.southeastlibdems.org.uk/volunteer

The Chancellor missed a lot of opportunities to turn the corner in today's budget. Freezing tax thresholds will hurt families already struggling, Sussex businesses should have been backed, and crucially Brexit damage is still being ignored. My reaction to the budget👇

GOVERNMENT SAYS SUSSEX WILL HAVE COUNCIL ELECTIONS IN MAY 2026 Elections have already been postponed once, and James MacCleary MP has been pushing to make sure Conservative-run county councils will face voters in May. It’s time for Sussex to have its say, and for a fresh start. Watch James, below

If you’re in Ashdown & Conquest division of Hastings, vote for Martin Griffiths tomorrow! #VoteLibDem #Hastings #Sussex

The government say there needs to be strong justification for delaying Sussec council elections again. I hope they will tell Sussex Tories that wanting to cling onto power isn’t that. It’s time for elections, it’s time for change in Sussex. Read their reply to my call for votes to go ahead 👇

Great to be in Brighton today and listen to ideas for supporting businesses here. I want to draw Sussex together and make it a place to do business. Got a business based in Sussex? I'd love to hear how we could support you and grow our economy. Email me at: [email protected]

We have to stand up for our British institutions like the BBC. There is a reason people like President Trump and Nigel Farage want to bring the BBC down. That would make it easier for them to spread their misinformation unchallenged.

Shocking to see this plastic pollution at Camber Sands caused by Southern Water. We need stronger enforcement to hold water companies to account for their ongoing pollution of our rivers and seas. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Sussex is brilliant, and people here deserve a positive plan for what's next. We need a Mayor who gets our communities and will fight hard to make this amazing county even better. Great to listen and chat with residents in Maidenbower (Crawley), Broadbridge Heath, and Horsham this weekend.

Today I’m remembering those who sacrificed themselves for us, those who continue to serve, and all those around the world who continue to be affected by war and conflict. We must always work for peace.

After two more Lib Dem gains yesterday, it’s an increasingly clear picture… Lib Dems are holding the line against Reform while Conservatives and Labour collapse.

Unity not division!

Great to join Jess Brown-Fuller MP in Chichester. She's delivering for West Sussex on fighting to stop sewage dumps, the local hospital, and the cost of living. With five Lib Dem MPs working hard in their communities, we have the positive momentum to stop Reform UK's divisive politics across Sussex

We must let Sussex have its say! Council elections have to go ahead in May. www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/opinion...

Still other way of looking at it is that Labour in Wales is being monstered by a similar pincer movement to what is crushing the Tories in the south east. In this case Plaid-Reform in latter Reform-Lib Dem.

Liberal Democrats stand for unity, not division.

Consultations are open for the Sussex Local Nature Recovery Strategies. As Mayor I’d put these strategies at the heart of decision-making, esp on planning. Have your say here. West Sussex: yourvoice.westsussex.gov.uk/lnrs-west East Sussex + Brighton & Hove: www.eastsussex.gov.uk/environment/...

I’ve lived in Sussex almost my whole life. The Sussex I know doesn’t want division, it wants someone who can bring us together. Join our campaign! www.facebook.com/share/v/1D9v...

"People who have come to the United Kingdom legally, played by the rules and made it their home do not need to ‘go home’. This is their home.” - @eddavey.libdems.org.uk on Conservative proposals to strip people of indefinite leave to remain & deport them www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

Lovely day in #Chichester today with @jessbrownfullermp.bsky.social and team. Heard from residents about transport, anti-social behaviour and the environment, and discussed how the #MayorofSussex can help improve the county.

This is an interesting thread and is what we’re seeing in Sussex too, where increasingly it’s Lib Dem vs Reform. #Sussex #MayorofSussex

This is so important. We can deliver sustainable homes that people need, but the government has to stop seeing nature as the enemy. In Sussex I will work with nature, not against it.

Great to be out meeting people in Haywards Heath over the weekend, supporting our fantastic town council candidate, Caroline Ward. I listened to residents’ views on transport, the town centre and other issues.

We need more homes in Sussex (of the right kind, esp social housing), but the Government’s attitude to nature is appalling. Some more coverage here: www.theargus.co.uk/news/2553864...

Lib Dems stand for giving everyone better access to nature and the outdoors. As Mayor of Sussex, I will put the environment at the heart of decision-making, benefiting all our health and well-being. #MayorofSussex @timfarron.bsky.social

Here’s an article with my views about why the Chancellor is wrong in her attitude to nature in Sussex - and why we need a strong Mayor stand up for our county. www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/politic...

Watch our Director of Conservation, Henri Brocklebank, on BBC South East news at 6:30pm tonight, talking about why nature is not the barrier to growth.

Today’s the day. If you haven’t voted by post, get down to the polling station and vote LibDem, vote Sarah Hale for a better future for Newhaven.

I am horrified by the attack on the mosque in Peacehaven last night. My thoughts are with those affected and the whole Muslim community, both here in Sussex and nationally. The vast majority of people reject political and religious violence, and want to build a peaceful future together.

I want a prosperous, sustainable future for Sussex. As Mayor I will oppose any attempts by Reform to lift the ban on fracking, which would threaten our environment and worsen the climate crisis. www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/politic...

I’m shocked by the horrific attack in Manchester. Thinking of those involved and the whole Jewish community.

This makes me sad and angry. Refusing to tackle the greatest challenge of our time and invest in clean tech, shows the Conservatives are no longer a responsible party. As #MayorofSussex I would put protecting our environment at the heart of decision-making. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

“For Davey, Britishness isn’t about who shouts loudest or waves the biggest flag. It’s about decency, care and community – the small moments of looking after one another.” This is the politics I want in Sussex - tolerant, kind and delivering for our communities. metro.co.uk/2025/09/24/e...

It was great to be out in Newhaven today, meeting people and listening to their concerns.

If you are fed up with the two old parties letting you down. If you are scared of the rise of racism and extremism. If you believe in decency, tolerance and the rule of law. Join us. Because we believe in the British people. We love our country. And together, we can change it for good.

This is how we deliver a better, hopeful future - by being proud of who we are and never giving up our identity. In Sussex, and the whole UK, we stand for unity over division, tolerance over hate, and hope over despair. #Sussex #MayorofSussex www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

This is the kind of leadership we need, making clear incitement of violence is unacceptable, no matter who you are.

Sussex Liberal Democrats have announced their Mayoral candidate for next year, and Ben Dempsey has got a real chance to win… www.libdemvoice.org/new-lib-dem-...

I am honoured to have been selected as the Lib Dem candidate for Mayor of Sussex. I want to win with unity, not division, promoting a prosperous and green future for our county. Many people have lost all faith in politics, it's time we restored some hope. www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/politic...

Let’s see what the ethics adviser says, but maybe instead of all this jumping up and down, now would be a good time to discuss how we look after disabled children and build a more caring country.

Big Lib Dem wins in local by-elections yesterday. 💪 Gaining a seat to win control of Wokingham Council. ↗️ Gaining a seat in Horsham. 🔶 Winning two seats in Mid Sussex.

Very pleased to speak to Peter at Ashdown Radio today, on issues including: - the Chancellor’s Spring Statement - local government reorganisation and the Mayor of Sussex - the future of the high street - banking hubs www.ashdownradio.com/player/on-de...

Great to be out listening to people in Uckfield

This is so important. I hope the government gets on board.