Shocked to see scenes from the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Relieved that no one was killed. However profoundly we disagree in politics, we should do so in words and through the ballot box. Violence must have no place. No one should be silenced by intimidation.

It is good to see Keir Starmer finally recognising the threat the IRGC poses to the Jewish community and the Iranian diaspora, but this should have come a long time ago. Lib Dems will back any emergency legislation required to proscribe the IRGC. www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...

The EU loan can’t come soon enough for those on the frontline in Ukraine. It’s an immediate benefit of Orban’s defeat. The UK now needs to match that resolve. It’s time to seize the £30b of frozen Russian assets - and get our G7 partners to do the same. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/a...

James MacCleary and I, with many of our fellow Lib Dem MPs, have called on Govt to stop letting US planes use UK bases if Trump restarts the war and targets civilian infrastructure. Our Govt must also hold Iran's leaders to account - and stop blocking proscription of the IRGC.

Recognising the state of Palestine was right. But it cannot be the end of the story. Illegal settlements are destroying the prospect of a two-state solution. I pressed the Foreign Secretary to ban settlement goods and stop UK firms, banks and individuals enabling them outright.

Finally. When Cabinet Ministers warn the PM not to alienate the civil service, they’re saying what the rest of us see: this Government has a problem with how it governs. I served three PMs and a deputy PM as a civil servant. This matters for the change people voted for.🧵 bsky.app/profile/pick...

If senior officials were being lent on behind ministers’ backs, that is deeply concerning. And if civil servants are then left to carry the can, that only risks further damaging trust. Serious questions to answer here about process, accountability & culture in Government.

Trump and the Iranians need to stop their posturing. Trump must lift his own blockade and Iran must stop its banditry in the Strait. Egos cannot be allowed to derail today's planned talks in Pakistan. Keir Starmer and reliable allies must press for peace. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

By closing the Strait of Hormuz again, Iran is threatening to level more chaos on the world economy. This brinkmanship must end. Donald Trump needs to lift his own reckless blockade and Iran needs to stop its banditry in the Strait. www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cq...

If Peter Mandelson failed developed vetting, Keir Starmer cannot wash his hands of it. My op-ed on why responsibility for this goes right to the top👇 www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...

This news is incredibly welcome. If Iran honours this commitment, it will mark a vital de-escalation in this crisis. We now need to see the US ending its own reckless blockade of Iranian ports, which has only heightened the risk of the war restarting. www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cq...

There is a pattern here. Both Chris Wormald and Olly Robbins appointed by this Government. Both sacked by press release when Starmer under pressure. Robbins may have approved Mandelson but it’s not credible that he acted alone w/o instruction from No10. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

No10’s account is incredible. I held Developed Vetting for nearly ten years and spent three years at the heart of the Cabinet Office. I have never heard of a Developed Vetting denial being overruled. Here’s why…🧵 www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

The news of a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon offers some hope for all those on both sides of the border who have been forced to flee their homes because of the fighting. We must now use this moment to deliver a lasting end to the conflict. www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c2...

Only 5% think Brexit has worked. Two-thirds of Gen Z want a rejoin referendum. The Brexit settlement is dying in real time - and the only party honest enough to say so is the Liberal Democrats. Closer to Europe. Stronger at home. It really isn’t complicated.

The Liberal Democrats get stuff done. From fixing church roofs to fighting for our communities, we deliver where others just talk. On 7 May, vote Liberal Democrat.

MPs must be given the chance to hold the Government to account and prevent the UK from being complicit in war crimes and breaches of international law. Air base access must also be withdrawn now.

This is a grave and era-defining moment for the world. Donald Trump is making wilder and increasingly concerning threats by the hour. If Trump follows through with this, Keir Starmer must immediately recall Parliament.

I have written to the Prime Minister with Liberal Democrat colleagues to urge him to withdraw or severely limit US access to UK air bases. If Trump is threatening attacks on civilian targets in Iran, Britain cannot allow our bases to be used to commit war crimes.

Getting around is becoming unaffordable and families are paying the price. Trump’s war in Iran is pushing up fuel costs. While the Tories & Reform cheer on the chaos, the Lib Dems are calling for emergency action: cut fuel duty by 10p, cap bus fares at £1 and cut rail fares by 10%.

@monicaharding.bsky.social and I have written to the Foreign Secretary as the crisis across the Middle East worsens. The Government must secure a multilaterally-backed, negotiated end to the war in Iran, and work to protect lives and rights across Lebanon, the West Bank, and Gaza.

I welcome this commitment to work with other countries to resolve the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. Donald Trump is tearing up global alliances and going it alone. The UK should set a different lead by working with other reliable allies and through the UN. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/a...

This law is an affront to decency, fairness and the rule of law. Discriminating against Palestinians contravenes Israel's obligations under international law. UK must call for the Israeli Government to revoke this discriminatory and inhumane legislation. news.sky.com/story/israel...

Botley West’s delay until September raises serious questions. If Ministers still need more information from the developer after all this time, local people are entitled to ask why the application was delayed rather than refused. I have written to demand answers.

Today’s Botley West delay speaks volumes. Ministers have kicked the decision down the road because they still need more info from the developer and more time for others to consider it. After a process this long, that is a damning reflection on the quality of the application. 1/2

Angry and saddened to learn about this appalling attack in London. It takes terrible hate and ignorance to want to burn ambulances run by the community to help others. I know Jewish communities are fearful. We must all stand in solidarity against anti-Jewish hate. www.standard.co.uk/news/crime/g...

We have warned from the start that the UK has to avoid being dragged into another war in the Middle East. Starmer must now let Parliament vote on the terms of the agreement with the US for their use of UK bases. www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/ce...

Family court delays are leaving families thousands of £ out of pocket, with no route to recover those costs when hearings are pulled at the last minute. I pressed the minister to explain what the Govt is doing to tackle these delays & the financial strain they place on families.

Brilliant to see Thomas in Parliament for STEM for BRITAIN, presenting his research on exploring some of the Universe’s most extreme environments through laser plasma experiments.

Oxfordshire has huge potential. But residents want to be part of decisions about the future. This looks like a power grab from London. Let’s get the infrastructure built to support growing communities. Let’s not strip away local democratic accountability. www.ft.com/content/3c4e...

We must get ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz to prevent a cost-of-living catastrophe, but we shouldn’t deploy Navy vessels just because Trump says so. The UK should table an emergency resolution at the UN Security Council to get the Strait open. www.ft.com/content/1ca6...

Caring has shaped so much of my life, from looking after my mum when I was young to caring for my son today. This is a very personal piece but I feel it’s important to share.

Trump didn’t think about the impact of this war on the costs of oil, gas and petrol. Putin is arming Iran with drones to attack energy sites and ships. By shamefully letting Putin profit, Trump will only lengthen this war and Russia’s war on Ukraine. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

The decision to end the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme has created real uncertainty for churches and faith buildings, many of which rely on local donations for essential repairs. Ministers must now make clear how they will be supported if this VAT relief ends.

No surprise to see Trump totally out of touch with the impact his reckless war will have on UK households. But he isn’t seeking election here. Badenoch and Farage should hang their heads in shame for their boot-licking unconditional support for Trump’s unlimited war.

Happy #InternationalWomensDay. Today is a chance to recognise the extraordinary contribution women make in our communities every day, and to keep pushing for real equality and opportunity for every woman and girl.

The last thing the UK needs just now is Tony Blair’s advice on whether to trust a US President about a Middle East war. We know how that White House movie ended.

The US is widely reported to have hit the Qeshm desalination plant. The response from Iran suggests they may now use the precedent to justify attacks on Gulf plants. Attacking critical civilian infrastructure is a war crime. The Govt must seek an urgent explanation from the US.

As the Americans land B1 bombers at RAF Fairford, President Trump is promising a relentless assault. We are being drawn into an offensive war. The PM must spell out to Parliament what constitutes a “defensive” operation and the limits on the use of our bases. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Patriotic lectures from someone who makes their money talking down this country hit different when they are delivered from abroad.

Starmer needs to get on the phone to Trump and ask him to set out a plan to protect civilians and support a democratic transition in Iran. We've seen before that bombs don't bring about democracy and regime change without a plan just leads to more chaos and suffering.

“People used to say that the US was the world’s policeman. Some people will be wondering today whether Donald Trump is now behaving like the world’s hit man.” My comments on LBC this morning, urging the Government not to let the UK get drawn into this illegal, unilateral war.

The UK can't be dragged into another protracted Middle Eastern war by a US President. Keir Starmer needs to rule out the use of UK bases for any future unilateral US strikes.

The Trump administration hosting Tommy Robinson must be a wake-up call. The government needs to include the US in their inquiry into foreign interference in UK politics. We cannot stand by while the likes of Trump and Musk meddle in our democracy. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

This policy is a shambles and the Home Secretary needs to intervene to stop its introduction this week. The UK allows its citizens to be dual nationals. They and their families should not be held to ransom by a rushed new rule.

This week, @timfarron.bsky.social, @victoria-collins.bsky.social & I travelled to Israel and Palestine to listen, learn and ask questions of a range of people. We had robust discussions about aid access, tackling corruption, settlement expansion, overcoming terrorism, and delivering accountability.

Wishing all those observing this holy month in the UK and around the world a healthy and blessed Ramadan.

Southill Solar gets it right: work with locals, deliver local benefit. Botley West is vast, with weak engagement and thin benefit. The Planning Inspectorate called missing info “very disappointing”. With the Secretary of State now deciding, these concerns must be weighed.

Wishing a very happy new year to Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese communities in the UK and to everyone who is celebrating the Lunar New Year. May it be a time of joy and celebration for you and your family.

Last week, I attended Kinship’s reception in Parliament to hear directly from kinship carers about the vital role they play, and the gaps in support they still face. The Government’s parental leave review must finally address paid kinship care leave. #KinshipCarers #ValueOurLove