Last Sunday (Feb 8th) I was invited onto BBC Politics North to discuss the Mandelson/Epstein scandal, Keir Starmer's political future, the appalling state of local train services and - of course - why people should vote Lib Dem in May's local elections 🧡 Watch here ⬇️ www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...

Imagine being turned away from a bathroom, hospital, or cinema for “not looking female enough”. The leaked EHRC guidance could do just that. Along with my Lib Dem colleagues, I’ve written to the Minister calling for new, inclusive, practical guidance that protects everyone’s rights.

This. Digital ID? Fine. Streamline what we already have. Mandatory digital ID? Absolutely not fine at all. Let people live their lives in peace.

I was absolutely thrilled to see Chris Northwood win the Patsy Calton prize, supported by @libdemwomen.bsky.social who champion, support and fight for the rights of all women.

But when we join forces we're unstoppable. And if you want to see that in action, come along to the How To Survive Conference training session with @hannahk-ld.bsky.social (Type A queen) and me (Type B monster) at 9.30am in The Westbourne Suite at the BIC #LDConf

Thank you for your support, Lord Shaffaq Mohammed #Kamran4VP

Delighted to endorse my good friend Kamran Hussain @kamhussain.bsky.social for Vice President. Our party needs more Northern voices so we can grow and diversify our membership.

#Diversity is our greatest strength, not a threat to be feared. I believe in a #Liberal Britain where every voice is heard, every #community is respected, and no one is left behind. That’s the future I’m fighting for, that’s why I’m standing to be your next party Vice-President. #Kamran4VP

Absolutely delighted to be endorsing and supporting the wonderful @joshbabarinde.bsky.social to be our next Party President 💛

The first campaign launch for this Autumn’s Party Presidential contest came earlier today, as @joshbabarinde.bsky.social went public with an announcement here… www.libdemvoice.org/why-im-stand...

The Liberal Democrats must be the first and last line of defence against the populism infecting our politics. We need to be ready to fight for the soul of our country. 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝗜’𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁. Get involved below 👇

Today marks the beginning of Pride Month - now more than ever, we must stand with the LGBTQ+ community. I want to make clear that our party will keep fighting - until we can finally build a society where everyone is free to be who they are. www.libdems.org.uk/news/article/pride-month-2025

It's Pride Month 2025 - wherever you are, we hope you have a safe one. 🧡🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ People have rightly been asking what we mean when we say we @libdems.org.uk need to 'do better' or 'step up' as a party. There's no such thing as 'done' of course - but this is what we're pushing for currently. 1/2

Liberal Democrats will keep fighting until we can finally build a society where everyone is free to be who they are.

It is a huge honour to announce that I am Mayor of Penistone for the municipal year 2025/2026. I was elected at the annual meeting by Town Council colleagues. My role as Mayor of Penistone is to chair Town Council meetings and to represent Penistone at various civic events.

Congrats to my good friend @hannahk-ld.bsky.social who is now mayor of Penistone 🖤

Banning care workers from overseas will have devastating consequences for our loved ones who desperately need care, for our care homes who are struggling to recruit the staff they need, and on our already overstretched hospitals.

The Liberal Democrats are now the second largest party of local government, and we’re on track to overtake the Conservatives at the next general election. Across the country, voters have chosen our community politics over the Conservatives’ division and disdain.

It was a real honour to attend and speak at the trans rights demonstration in Barnsley today. Our trans and non binary community needs support and needs vocal allies now more than ever. Brilliant turnout in our town today.

I am increasingly disappointed that the concerns of the #LGBTQ+ community over what the Supreme Court judgement means for them are not yet being addressed. I have written to the Government asking them to make clear how trans and non binary rights will be protected.

Women have fought for years to be defined as more than just biology. Yesterday's ruling rolls back women's rights by decades. If the EA does not protect trans women then it does not protect any women. Trans rights are human rights 🏳️‍⚧️

This has been a busy and fantastic week on the campaign with MPs, Peers and volunteers from right across the country coming to help the campaign to elect the first ever Lib Dem Metro Mayor - if you can help get in touch.

Lib Dems on highest poll rating with YouGov since before 2019 election: Lab 24, Ref 23, Con 22, Lib Dem 17, Green 9 YouGov for The Times/Sky, out this morning.

Sunny day out door knocking in Beverley with @cllrmikeross.bsky.social Lots of voters think he'll do an excellent job as Hull and East Yorkshire Mayor #mike4mayor

Who would make the best PM? @ipsosintheuk.bsky.social for Daily Telegraph has @eddavey.libdems.org.uk top on net scores: Davey -3 Farage -15 Starmer -20 Badenoch -22 Fulll data: www.ipsos.com/en-uk/too-di...

The magical disappearing Ed Davey, courtesy of The Observer & @opiniumresearch.bsky.social Poll asks people if they trust various politicians on the economy. @eddavey.libdems.org.uk comes out with best net score, 16 points better than next best. See if you can spot what's missing from write-up:

Great to listen to @cllrmikeross.bsky.social, the Leader of Hull City Council at #LibDemConf this morning. Mike talked about how the Liberal Democrats are working hard across Hull and East Yorkshire, challenging Labour, standing up for local residents and clearing up the Conservatives mess.

Liberal Democrats are the only party in British politics speaking up in defiance of Donald Trump. The only ones willing to state the obvious truth: that he is no leader of the free world.

Our regional Chair @hannahk-ld.bsky.social is now speaking at the conference rally!

We have to bring the welfare bill down and support more people into work - but you don’t do that by slashing support for disabled people. The Government need to tackle long mental health waiting lists and the crisis in social care which keep people out of work.

Season 6 is here!!!!

After a hectic few months the Lib Dem Podcast is back with episode 268. John and Hannah are joined by Cllr Mike Ross. Mike is the candidate to be the Lib Dem's first large seat area victory as he fights to win the Hull and East Yorkshire Mayor.
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Enjoyed chatting with @johnpotterld.bsky.social and @hannahk-ld.bsky.social about May's mayoral election. Not long to go now.