As a council, Richmond has done all it can to support survivors of VAWG. But during these 16 Days of Activism, we’re reminded how much more we must do to prevent it, from helping parents tackle online misogyny to enabling safe intervention. We will keep working to stop VAWG.

In response to today’s news about Tulip Siddiq, my full statement ⬇️. www.camdenlibdems.org.uk/news/article...

The Government’s failure to support our high streets is a stealth tax on small businesses. Pubs, hospitality venues & shops are being pushed to breaking point. We need to back our high streets with fair business rates and real support, not squeeze them further.

To create change and stop violence against women and girls, we must all challenge ourselves to call out misogyny, whether in our homes, our schools, our workplaces, online or our streets. richmond.nub.news/news/opinion...

A clear indication that the right wing rhetoric has shifted the narrative. Nigel Farage thinks it’s ok to only clarify ‘I’ve never DIRECTLY racially abused anyone’ and still be a candidate for prime minister.

The ECHR guarantees the right to life and a fair trial. It protects freedom of speech. It prohibits torture, slavery, and discrimination. Reform want to get rid of it. Relieved that the @libdems.org.uk protected it in parliament yesterday.

Our high streets are the heart of our communities, but needs have changed. I’m chairing the Lib Dem group on High Streets & Town Centres to make them inclusive, thriving & sustainable. Our paper got great feedback at conference. Please share your thoughts! www.libdems.org.uk/members/make...

We’re going to have lots of fun bringing #Richmond town centre to life tomorrow! Check out the video on what we have for Centre Stage Richmond! And join us! vm.tiktok.com/ZNdb346wm/

The community in St Margaret’s got together for some fun events today to support the Moormead Pavilion. Moormead Park is like our communal garden and we need toilets and space for sports teams and schools that use the space. Thanks to @munirawilson.bsky.social for joining.

For one special day, Saturday 13 Sep, Richmond’s High Street becomes a festival of creativity: street performances of Alice in Wonderland by Orange Tree Theatre, live music, skateable art, giant puppets, workshops, outdoor dining, markets & street food. Join the fun! www.centrestagerichmond.co.uk

Today is the FINAL day to object to the damaging #TDRA plans. These plans threaten our river’s biodiversity and better alternatives haven’t even been properly considered. If you object, email your objection to [email protected] (include your name + postcode).

I worked with Janet at the DfE - she was my fellow policy adviser (supporting Lib Dem ministers). She was brilliant and cares more about local government than anyone I've ever met so if you happen to live in her ward do vote for her.

“This is not just happening somewhere else” In Richmond, we’re working to end violence against women and girls. And it starts with calling it out. Thanks to everyone who joined the #WhiteRibbon walk with Kingston to drive awareness of violence against women & girls. richmond.nub.news/news/local-n...

Today @richmondcouncil.bsky.social and Kingston Council stood united to confront violence against women and girls. Powerful words from @eddavey.libdems.org.uk, @munirawilson.bsky.social, survivors & both council leaders on how we can all make a difference. #VAWG #whiteribbon

On 12 July at 12pm, Kingston Council & @richmondcouncil.bsky.social will march together to end violence against women & girls. VAWG is rising and women must be safe. Change starts with awareness & prevention. Join us. Be an ally. Know how to intervene safely. #VAWG #EndViolence #whiteribbon

Good to see the Mayor finally recognise this as the right thing to do for Londoners whose livelihoods have been put on hold, and lives thrown into chaos. And a big win for the London Liberal Democrats on the GLA who have kept up the fight on this. londonlovesbusiness.com/mayor-backs-...

Finally. This will make such a difference to the children who really need it. Well done to @munirawilson.bsky.social and all @libdems.org.uk who kept fighting for this to happen.

We stand unified against #VAWG. For #IWD2025 @LBRUT held a White Ribbon Walk with inspiring words from Gareth Roberts @munirawilson.bsky.social & Prof Mellins (St Mary’s Uni) Thanks to Bu’sen & Hampton & Richmond FC for tackling harmful attitudes & @londonfire.bsky.social for cheering #WhiteRibbon

International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate progress, but also to reflect on how we can make women safer and amplify their voices. Together, we can take action to end violence against women and girls. #vawg #whiteribbon #accelerateaction

International Women’s Day celebrates success but also recognises that to achieve real gender equality we must take action together. Women’s safety is not just a women’s issue—it’s everyone’s responsibility. Tomorrow we walk to stop violence against women and girls. Please join us. #accelerateaction

Join us on 8th March, International Women’s Day, for our White Ribbon Walk to stand against violence against women and girls (VAWG). Let’s walk together for change, for safety, and for a future free from violence. Be the change we need. #WhiteRibbonWalk #IWD2025 #EndVAWG Details ⬇️

Definitely worth a read to grasp the sheer scale and danger of Musk’s influence. It’s alarming how an unelected individual can gain such power over institutions that should be better protected from outside control.

Great to partner with the RFU and Met Police on our @whiteribbonuk.bsky.social work. Standing up, speaking out, and showing that working together we can change the culture that lets violence against women and girls happen. We all need to call it out and stop #vawg

This is such a pity. I understand the owners are doing it as part of the development but I really hope that they make sure it remains free and available to us public.

A third runway at Heathrow would worsen air quality and noise pollution for thousands in London - while increasing carbon emissions globally. @teamlabouruk.bsky.social should prioritise sustainable infrastructure projects that boost the economy without harming the planet youtube.com/watch?v=jsnV...

A third runway at Heathrow would be bad for the environment, bad for local communities & bad for the UK’s ambitious climate goals. I’ve joined four Lib Dem colleagues to write to Transport Secretary @heidialexander.bsky.social asking the Gvt to reject these proposals once and for all.

We cannot change the past or undo the atrocities of the Holocaust, but we must learn from it. Survivors warn how it crept up—discrimination, powerful rhetoric, dehumanisation, then murder. Never forget, always act. #NeverAgain #HolocaustMemorialDay #WeRemember

Great speaking to #Alperton residents today! It’s clear Charlie Clinton is needed to tackle fly-tipping like this and ensure the money raised from new developments funds proper infrastructure for locals. Vote @libdems.org.uk on 18 Feb to make it happen!

Over 2,100 locals petitioned @london.gov.uk via Gareth Roberts AM to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists at the St Margaret’s Rd roundabout on A316. This video highlights the need for longer crossing times and stronger barriers due to past accidents. @transportforlondon.bsky.social must act

🌟 Know someone who goes above and beyond for our community? @richmondcouncil.bsky.social Annual Community Hero Awards celebrate those who inspire you and make a difference. Submit your suggestions by 26 February. Let’s give them the recognition they deserve! www.richmond.gov.uk/community_he...

Brexit has crushed young people’s chances to work and explore Europe. The optics of this image highlights the lack of representation from other parties in the youth mobility debate… and that says it all. Only @libdems.org.uk are fighting for real solutions. #YouthMobility

If bonuses are banned ⁦‪Thames Water‬⁩ plan to raise C-suite base salaries, while hiking bills and failing to deliver services? If only they put as much thought into reducing sewage & fixing leaks as they do into lining their pockets #CorporateGreed www.ft.com/content/6b6e...

I’m confident my MP @munirawilson.bsky.social will be supporting this without needing to be contacted #libdemmpbenefit

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE 🗓️ Kew EcoFair is back for 2025! 🎉 Bringing the community together to inspire action on climate change - with our patron @jeremyvine.bsky.social 🌳🌍 Sat 22nd March, 10am-3pm at St Luke’s Church, Kew - see you there! 👋

Does that leave this platform as the only one left for those of us who do care about the truth and don’t like the hate speech?

For years @jessphillipsmp.bsky.social has fought to end violence against women, but this week a rich, self-promoting man used hateful misogyny against her instead of addressing the real perpetrators. @teamlabouruk.bsky.social, if you’re serious about halving #VAWG, take action.

Didn’t get as much done as I thought I would during my two weeks of hibernation, but pretty happy with these!

This is why we can’t assume corporations will do the right thing without regulation. Politicians need to be strong enough to lead in climate change.

All guilty. Even the man who claimed innocence as it was ‘just my body not my brain’. #giselepelicot is certainly my #personoftheyear @time.com Thank you Gisele, your bravery will benefit women everywhere. www.nytimes.com/2024/12/19/s...

36% bill increases to fund ‘record investment’ that should have been made over the last few decades but was used to pay dividends and bonuses while sewage leaks grew. @ofwat.bsky.social and @teamlabouruk.bsky.social said they would tackle this but nothing has changed. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

£250m profit and £770K bonuses for top execs. Yet proposals for bills +59% and sewage spillages were +40%. It shouldn’t be allowed www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

We were so disappointed to have to postpone the #whiteribbon walk between ⁦‪Richmond‬⁩ and ⁦‪Kingston‬⁩ due to #stormdarragh. But you can see we remain committed to tackling violence against women and girls in our community. www.canva.com/design/DAGYn...

Honoured to speak at the @LBRUT Hidden Abuse conference during the #16DaysOfActivism. Discussions highlighted the complexity of #vawg issues. We gained invaluable insights from participants including @solacewomensaid.bsky.social and IKWRO that will help shape our thinking moving forward.

A group of us from St Margaret’s went with our local police team on a #walkandtalk across Moormead Park this evening. An opportunity for Richmond’s community safety officers and local police’s to hear women’s safety concerns in the local area.

These comments, as much as any of his behaviours, highlight the attitudes that need to change and how hard it is to change them.

Today Laura Kerry presented our petition urging for safety measures near St Margaret’s roundabout to who will take it to the London Assembly in the hope that it will move @TfL to action on the A316. It currently has 1,834 signatures online but is still open so do sign it!!

Sometimes a new word completely captures the moment we are living in!!! www.theguardian.com/science/2024...

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women & Girls. Worrying times. An escalation of gender-based violence. A woman killed every 3 days in the UK. We can only stop it by addressing root causes together. We all have a role to play. www.unwomen.org/en/get-invol...

✍️ Rejoin Erasmus – let a new generation rebuild broken bridges The UK should once again ‘embrace Erasmus’. With the Turing scheme replacement, individuals are missing out and the UK is less well-off By Josie Sharp

Someone tell him it’s not even the original banana!