Only the Liberal Democrats can defeat Reform and the rise of dangerous, populist politics.

In case you missed it: a crucial vote on #AssistedDying was successful in Jersey this week, bringing the island one step closer to a compassionate law. We've supported, and will continue to support, this bill at every stage. humanists.uk/2026/01/20/s...

📢 Call for evidence to assist our ethical exploration of solar radiation modification (SRM). We're seeking insights on incorporating the interests of non-human species, the environment & future generations into policy & decision making on emerging tech. Closing 15 March. ➡️ bit.ly/CFE_SRM

I can barely process the Trump press conference I've just listened to. This is the kind of stuff you usually hear from dictators at the very heights of their delusions. Not elected leaders of superpowers.

Starmer must convene the UN security council to hold Trump to account.

LGBTQ+ ​&​ abortion-rights groups say Meta is wiping out their accounts in a massive censorship sweep One of the biggest waves of censorship the platforms have ever seen⚠️📵 https://www.attitude.co.uk/news/world/meta-accused-mass-censorship-lgbtq-abortion-accounts-506366/

Comedian Robin Ince quits as host of BBC’s Infinite Monkey Cage

‘Cruel’ amendments are being used to thwart assisted dying bill, says lead MP

📝 "The latest (research), says that GDP per head, the best measure of prosperity, is 6 to 8 per cent lower than it would have been had Brexit not happened. That’s around £3,000 for each of us." 📉 Brexit is worsening the cost of living crisis for us all. https://bit.ly/3MvK89r

Delighted this piece is now live on @theverge.com: I've spent months investigating how a supposed war against the "censorship-industrial complex" has been used by the US right to wage war against misinformation research – and free speech itself – across the world. Please do give it a read.

🚨BREAKING🚨 MPs have voted to PASS our bill to establish a UK-EU customs union. The Prime Minister must now listen to his own MPs, drop his self-imposed red lines and finally go for proper growth through an ambitious trade deal with the EU.

We are delighted to announce that we have appointed five new Council members with a range of expertise. @emmayhnell.bsky.social, Felicity Boardman, @julianhuppert.bsky.social, Rebecca Bennett and Suzanne Ost are joining us from this month. Find out more here:🔗 bit.ly/3MMRAgo

It is an immense honour to be appointed as a new member of the Nuffield Council on Bioethics. www.nuffieldbioethics.org/news-blog/nu...

We’re not really used to filibustering in the UK, but this is what it looks like. This is a bad faith abuse of the legislative process at public expense in an attempt to wreck a measure approved by democratically elected members. Deeply immoral and disreputable. humanists.uk/2025/12/05/n...

Big news tonight as the Reform leader of Staffordshire County Council is removed from the party after racist post claims as reported by BBC Reform has suffered significant losses from councils that faced elections in May www.politicshome.com/news/article...

The 14-day rule for human embryo research has been in place for over 30 years. As scientific capabilities progress, and society changes, does it still reflect people's values & priorities? As part of our ongoing review, we're pleased to share two background briefings. ➡️ bit.ly/science_ethi...

The voices of trans people must be heard in Parliament.️‍‍ I’ve urged full scrutiny of EHRC’s guidance, which risks undermining their rights. Lib Dems call on the Government to protect everyone fairly and ensure people aren’t excluded from safe facilities or public life.

Is our democracy for sale? What lessons are there from the US and UK? Join us for free at the Intellectual Forum at Jesus College Cambridge next Thursday at 7pm, in person or online. Free tickets are available at www.tickettailor.com/events/intel...

Tune into @lisasmartmp.bsky.social tonight on #bbcqt after the 10pm News on BBC1, or follow along for all the updates!

Well done Uruguay! More evidence of the global tide turning in favour of autonomy, compassion, and dignity at the end of life.

The blanket ban on assisted dying in this country has put Louise - and too many like her - through more than any grieving widow should have to experience. I join Louise in her relief that this process is over. But it should never have happened. news.sky.com/video/assist...

This is a lie. There are many criticisms you might sensibly and truthfully make of the Sentencing Council and the Sentencing Guidelines. I’ve been making them for years. But this is an outright lie. Pure fabrication. A fraud on the public.

Mixed heritage. Black British. American. Nigerian. Join us @jesuscollegecam.bsky.social on 23 October to discuss Long Juju, a feature documentary in progress tracking Keme Nzerem's global quest to unearth his family's role in the complex legacies of slavery. buytickets.at/intellectual...

In case you missed it: The UK Govt confirmed it will extend legal recognition to humanist marriages in England and Wales. 🎉 After more than a decade of campaigning, it’s no longer a question of if – but when. Humanist couples will have the recognition they deserve. humanists.uk/2025/10/02/c...

60% of the seats won by the top two parties? One might also say that's a two party system emerging...

I often find people who like to think is doesn’t happen here…that money in politics is harmless. I have news for you: Ex-Reform politician admits Russia-linked bribery charges www.bbc.com/news/article...

Mandatory ID cards are a terrible, terrible idea iandunt.substack.com/p/id-cards-a...

Kind of feels like a big deal that a Reform/Brexit Party former MEP has been convicted of taking bribes to promote Russian interests in Ukraine, and it feels like a bigger deal that this isn’t being treated as the major scandal that it clearly is.

The @washingtonpost.com story on Tylenol & autism leaves out a MAJOR 2.5M sibling-controlled study of children in Denmark, which "found no evidence that acetaminophen use during pregnancy was associated with children’s risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disability." jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

Camcycle are recruiting a CEO - the job details include a salary of £60,000

As well as the fantasy £234 bn, journalists should also be clear Farage's claims most new migrants don't work, and those who do are on low wages, are entirely false. In fact, 1.8 million recent migrants are on payrolls (others will be self employed). migrationobservatory.ox.ac.uk/resources/co...

On the need to unite around shared values of freedom, justice, and human rights when contesting the political beliefs of Christian nationalists – regardless of our religious or no-religious beliefs. My letter in the @theguardian.com. bit.ly/46yXet1

Could it be you? New vacancy listed on Lib Dem website: Leader's Office Parliamentary Political Advisor

What a stat.

Tomorrow, the Assisted Dying Bill will be debated in the House of Lords, having passed the House of Commons a few months ago. We asked Nathan Stillwell, our Assisted Dying Campaigner, some questions about the challenges it can expect to face, and what this legislation means to ordinary people.

Amazing job available for someone! We're looking for a Grants Manager for JRSST-CT, an independent democracy-focused grant-making charity connected to the Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust £45-50k, permanent. Deadline midday 29th Sept. And you get to work with me! www.jrrt.org.uk/what-we-do/j...

I spoke up for BN(O) visa holders in South Cambs. Many fled oppression to build safe, free lives here. They contribute so much to our community, yet now face being pushed from a 5-year to a 10-year settlement route. It’s about fairness & keeping Britain’s word. 🇬🇧🇭🇰 #StandWithHongKong #BNOVisa

Today I met with President Abbas. We discussed the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the need to end the appalling suffering of Palestinians, secure the release of the hostages still held in brutal captivity by the Hamas terrorists, and how we ensure a two-state solution.

GCSE RS teachers, if you're looking for support with improving pupil responses on non-religious perspectives, join us for next month's CPD! Find out more and reserve your space below. understandinghumanism.org.uk/training/

Statement from West Chesterton Lib Dem councillor Jamie Dalzell www.cambridgelibdems.org.uk/news/article...

It was particularly moving today at the @humanists.uk assisted dying briefing to hear from @julianhuppert.bsky.social about his mum’s good death in Australia. A reminder of the real lives at stake as the debate on this bill continues.

Great @humanists.uk briefing session on Lords stages of assisted dying bill bringing together expertise with Commons stalwarts @kimleadbeatermp.bsky.social @rachelhopkins.bsky.social @tomgordonld.bsky.social. We are committed to using our policy and legal expertise to support peers through this bill

Standing room only here - great to have so many people coming to this event!

One of the many stories I’m looking forward to hearing chairing this event today.

I'm on my way to speak at the House of Lords about Assisted Dying, and why they should pass the Bill. I'll be largely speaking about my personal experience with it: my mother died of cancer last year in Australia, using Voluntary Assisted Dying. www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/a-good...

This is an incredibly powerful and important article by my friend and colleague Sarah Brown. If you want to understand why trans people in the UK are feeling so upset - read it! www.libdemvoice.org/why-are-uk-t...

On Friday I joined Chris Cooper on his Business Elevation podcast, to talk about 'Amplifying Good Through Knowledge, Ethics, and Action' There's a recording at chriscooper.co.uk/radio/amplif... if you want to hear the conversation! Also on Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/31Jf... and elsewhere!

Antoni’s only been the chief economist of the Heritage Foundation for four months. He only got his PhD in 2020. He’s never worked for a government statistical agency, either at federal level or state. Republicans talk about “DEI hires” endlessly, then put forward people as underqualified as this…

£10 billion wasted because we walked away from working with Europe on energy and the environment. Add your name to call for a UK-EU partnership that protects our planet and cuts bills. www.europeanmovement.co.uk/uk-eu-enviro...