From its history, to its culture, to its people, London is the greatest city in the world, but all Reform seems to do is talk it down. My comments carried on the BBC here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Said in jest I know, but same vibes. Always makes me chuckle.

It's now clear that this was never about the interests of the Venezuelan people or the wider world. This is Trump serving his own interests and ego, making the world far more dangerous in the process. Starmer must convene the UN Security Council to hold Trump to account.

Trump’s illegal grab for oil show him as the impulsive gangster we knew he was, distracting from links with Epstein, and domestic woes. Maduro was an illegitimate dictator, but Trump has shown that he will stop at nothing to protect his own interests ahead of safety and stability around the world.

Marco Rubio is reportedly saying Maduro will stand trial in US courts. Which means it’s now the US administration’s position that US courts can hold foreign presidents, but not the US president, accountable for crimes.

Keir Starmer should condemn Trump’s illegal action in Venezuela. Maduro is a brutal and illegitimate dictator, but unlawful attacks like this make us all less safe. Trump is giving a green light to the likes of Putin and Xi to attack other countries with impunity.

Seats & Votes won in Council By-Elections in 2025: 🔶 LDM: 106 (+21), 20.2% ➡️ RFM: 104 (+94), 24.2% 🌳 CON: 45 (-24), 18.2% 🌹 LAB: 36 (-89), 16.3% 🌍 GRN: 24 (+6), 9.9% ⚫ Oth: 39 (-8), 11.3%

Happy New Year to everyone across Sutton, Cheam and Worcester Park! Wishing you a prosperous, peaceful and fulfilling 2026.

If you haven't yet read this piece for OnLondon, do it now. #london #truelondon

Another reminder - Sutton Council offers a free Christmas Tree collection service! Put out your tree by 6am from Tuesday 30th December, close to the front boundary of your property, or by your bin store if you live in a flat block, and it will be collected within a four week period.

I popped up to Nationwide in Worcester Park earlier this month to hear more about the work they're doing to support vulnerable people with their finances, and their commitment to keep physical stores on high streets. Great to see!

Happy Boxing Day! I hope you've had a lovely Christmas. As we head towards the New Year - don't forget that Sutton Council offers a free Christmas Tree collection service (details here : www.sutton.gov.uk/w/check-your...)

Wishing everyone in Sutton, Cheam, Worcester Park and beyond a very Merry Christmas. I hope you all have a restful, peaceful and happy Christmas Day.

Happy Christmas Eve! Don't forget, waste and recycling collections will change slightly over Christmas - so Sutton Council have put together this helpful guide to the changes. Top tip: save this picture! See more: sutton.gov.uk/recycling

A (slightly belated) enormous thanks to Sutton's Royal Mail delivery office for giving me a tour of their amazing sorting operation - particularly at the busiest time of year!

I visited Brewers in the Kimpton Estate earlier this month to talk about the impact of the government's changes to Inheritance Tax on family businesses like their own. Trades businesses like Brewers keep our communities and local economies going!

My Lib Dem colleagues and I have written to the Home Secretary asking the government to urgently clarify the impact of their proposed changes to Indefinite Leave to Remain on the BNO visa scheme. We must uphold our historic commitment to Hong Kongers fleeing persecution.

My Christmas newsletter for residents of Sutton, Cheam and Worcester Park is out now! There's some important local information in there about services over the Christmas period - and the latest updates on my work for you. Give it a read here! prod.cdn.everyaction.com/emails/van/L...

Working people in London already hit by inflation, the cost of living and rising transport fares are just bereft at the idea that their council tax might go up whilst services are cut. Ignore Labour’s spin - this is just forcing Londoners to pay for their inaction. www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...

I really enjoyed recently taking part in Tesco's Winter Food Collection for Sutton Foodbank! This is what our local community is all about - amazing everyday heroes stepping up to help those in need. Very proud to be your MP!

I am deeply troubled by the sentencing of Jimmy Lai to life imprisonment. This is a clear case of politically motivated sentencing and amounts to the silencing of a British national speaking out for democracy, liberty and dignity for Hong Kongers.

Horrified by the sickening terrorist attack in Bondi Beach. My prayers are with the families of those tragically killed. As Jewish communities come together to celebrate Hanukkah, we must stand together against violence and hate. Light will always triumph over darkness.

Shocking scenes coming out of Australia of a shooting at Bondi Beach. While we wait for answers, my thoughts go out to all those affected, especially the Jewish community who were celebrating the start of Hanukkah on the beach at the time. www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/ck...

The Mayor’s TfL fare hike is yet another reminder - he does not have the ear of the government, and can’t get London the better deal he promised. I spoke to BBC London about it yesterday.

£15.50 from Central London to Heathrow! This will just hit Londoners' wallets during a cost of living crisis. Labour are taking Londoners for granted. www.standard.co.uk/news/transpo...

Labour are pandering to Reform. Instead of defending British values, they are passing immigration policies which are so right wing they are welcomed by Tommy Robinson. Lib Dems will never pander to Farage. Reform are a huge threat to our country & we will fight them everyday.

Not only has Sadiq Khan failed to make this case to his ‘mates’ in Government, he’s now expecting ordinary working people to stump up the costs instead. London Labour may be in for a rude awakening next May. www.standard.co.uk/news/transpo...

It beggars belief that the postbox on Upper Mulgrave Road in Cheam has been taped up and shut down weeks before Christmas - at the busiest possible time. I've written to Royal Mail asking them to sort it out - and will post an update once I get a reply!

🚨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.

A new Customs Union is the right thing to do - Britain can't go on with its hands tied behind its back. That's why I backed @alpinkerton.bsky.social 's Bill today - and why I'm delighted it passed this hurdle!

We're ready to take a chainsaw to the Brexit read tape. Are you?

🚨 Today Al Pinkerton will introduce a 10-minute bill that calls for a UK-EU customs union. It's time for Labour MP's to back our bill and help turbocharge our economy.

Short story. My mum's landline broke a couple of months ago. Stolen copper wiring or something. She's been waiting ever since for BT to repair it. Last Monday she emailed her MP, @dannychambers.bsky.social asking for help. He fired off an email to BT. A week later, and her landline's been fixed.

1-0 Sutton! An Olympico too! Come on boys, 20 minutes to hold out and into the third round. The magic of the cup is here in Sutton again after a bit of a wait…!

Three fantastic Liberal Democrat wins last night in Watford, Devon and Torridge, including a stinking GAIN from the Conservatives, with Reform failing to take the seat. Huge congratulations to the amazing campaign teams on the ground!

Tackling illegal e-bikes on Sutton High St is an issue that comes up again and again on the doorstep in our area. I've been lobbying for more action. So it was great to join the local police as they took enforcement action this week to get these dangerous bikes off the street.

“In 2017 there was not a single asylum seeker who arrived on a boat. Today we have 46,000 a year and do you know why? It was because of the botched Brexit deal pushed through by Boris Johnson and championed by Nigel Farage. Nigel Farage should be here apologising” Daisy Cooper

Farage has been dismissing evidence of Russian ties to the Salisbury Novichok attack since 2018 🧐

Great to see this coverage of the cross-party efforts led by me and @allisongardner.bsky.social to give Chronic UTI sufferers the voice they have been denied for so long. inews.co.uk/news/health/...

🎶 It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas ... 🎄 Delighted to see Christmas decorations going up across Sutton and especially pleased to see the lighting of the high street's great big new Xmas tree! Look at the size of that tree! 💪🏻

Really enjoyed being part of the launch of Sutton's new Economic Growth Plan last night at Oru in the High Street. We're: 📈 Creating more local jobs 🛍️ Keeping our High St thriving 🏥 Making Sutton a world leader in oncology

Had a fantastic time this evening at the launch of Sutton’s Economic Growth Plan in the fabulous Oru in Sutton High Street. Strong, consistent Lib Dem leadership means our borough’s future is bright. Read the plan here: www.sutton.gov.uk/documents/d/...

My thoughts are with all those affected by the truly horrifying scenes unfolding in Hong Kong - including anyone in our wonderful Hong Konger community in Sutton who might have friends and family impacted by this tragedy. www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c2...

Great to see recognition for the incredible work that is being done at the ICR - including right here in Sutton & Cheam.

Labour has let London down yet again. The Government has refused to fund vital infrastructure for our city, offered nothing to our struggling hospitality industry, and chickened out of seeking the new Customs Union with the EU our economy needs.

The Prime Minister just told me any party leader should want to get to the bottom of this Russian bribery scandal with Reform. He is the Prime Minister and a party leader. Why isn't he launching a national investigation himself?

Labour will betray Londoners if the Chancellor does not lay out measures to tackle our city's punishing combination of a housing and cost of living crisis & red tape around our businesses. There is no path to growth without a stronger London. www.standard.co.uk/news/politic...

If today's budget really is about growth - the Chancellor should commit to a new Customs Union with the EU New analysis we have commissioned from the House of Commons Library shows Brexit is costing us £250m a day. My budget piece in today's Comment Central 👇 commentcentral.co.uk/brexit-is-th...

This morning I challenged the Govt to clarify what their changes to settlement requirements mean for BNO holders. It would be utterly unfair to move the goalposts for Hong Kongers who give back so much to the communities that welcomed them.