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

I support solar and the need to move fast on clean energy. But Botley West is a test of whether communities are genuinely heard. Serious questions on transparency, delivery and community benefit still have no answers. That is not good enough.

The level of violence towards Jewish communities is intolerable. No faith group should have to put trained security staff in place simply to worship. We must all work to counter anti-Jewish hate. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

The PM argued he could change outcomes for Jimmy Lai and Hong Kongers by speaking softly with President Xi. He failed spectacularly. He must summon the Chinese Ambassador today - and demand Jimmy Lai's immediate release and the quashing of this sentence. www.independent.co.uk/asia/china/j...

We need to know how the Government plans to deal with Iran - and with Donald Trump’s plans for Iran. @jamesmaccleary.bsky.social and I have written to the Defence and Foreign Secretaries today asking them to hold Iran’s leaders to account and to tell Parliament their plans.

This type of crime shows complete disregard for nature and the local community. The EA must seek to recover the full costs of clearing up illegal waste dumps from those responsible. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Jim Wallace was a wonderful man and a selfless and dedicated public servant. I am shocked to learn of his premature death and heartbroken for his close family. His many friends will be devastated by this news. www.scotsman.com/news/scottis...

The Government must act today to proscribe the terrorists of the IRGC. Its dither and delay has endangered UK residents targeted by the IRGC. The IRGC slaughtered thousands of Iranian protestors in cold blood. The UK must act with the EU to outlaw them. www.thetimes.com/world/middle...

Lib Dems are positive about our country and hopeful about the future. Things have been tough and there are those who want to exploit that for their own ends - not to make lives better or our country stronger. Lib Dems will continue to stand up for a better future. Join us.

So much wrong with this. Kids need exercise. It's good for physical and mental health, assists learning, builds valuable life-skills. Funding PE in schools exemplifies preventative investment. Girls benefit particularly. DfE and DHSC should reverse plans to cut funding. @womeninsportuk.bsky.social

Today is Holocaust Memorial Day. We remember the six million Jewish people murdered in the Holocaust, an atrocity born of hatred and dehumanisation. We recommit to standing against antisemitism and all forms of hatred.

Waste crime is out of control and the Environment Agency is under-resourced. I welcomed confirmation in Parliament that organised illegal dumping will fall under the new National Police Service. This is serious crime and it must be treated that way.

I welcome support for our pubs, but this is too little, too late. A one-off bailout is not a long-term plan. Many pubs still face big business rate rises and the wider hospitality sector is ignored. We need a full review of business and property rates.

I welcome the return of Ran Gvili's body after so long in Hamas' clutches. My thoughts are with those who loved him. The Israeli Govt must now fully reopen all aid routes into Gaza, in line with its ceasefire commitments & duties under international law. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Bicester is growing fast, but young people are being left behind. A former youth arts centre sits largely unused, despite being publicly owned. I asked Ministers today to back places like Bicester with youth funding, where a low-cost solution could make a real difference.

A huge response to the ‘Donate a Pound to Go Underground’ campaign in Bicester this weekend. Dozens of residents came into town to back keeping London Road open. If you can spare £1 to protect this vital artery, donate here: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/keep-londo...

The last fortnight has shown us the dangers of relying on an unstable US President and the continuing threat from Russia as it pummels Ukraine despite “peace” talks. We have to strengthen our military capability fast: raising £20b in UK defence bonds would let us do that.

We have a national crisis of illegal waste dumping. My experience in Kidlington showed the urgent need for reform with: a national strategy; a step-change in funding to go after criminals; a clear hotline to report incidents; rapid, joined-up response by agencies. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

The families of our brave troops killed in Afghanistan - including those from Bicester Garrison - deserve an apology from the US Ambassador to the UK. Donald Trump has said many things I disagree with but none have made me as angry as this disgraceful slur on NATO troops.

Trump is threatening British jobs and all of our security. We have to make him back down. It's clear that he doesn't listen to Starmer's pleading whispers. @eddavey.libdems.org.uk is right: we must spell out consequences that would hurt him and his cronies. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

First Donald Trump said he would charge $1 billion to join his “Board of Peace”. Now he is asking the world’s warmongers to join it. It might seem like parody but we need to call out the harm he is doing to world peace. www.cnn.com/2026/01/19/e...

Trump's tariff threat to the UK and NATO allies marks a dangerous departure as he pursues the illegal annexation of Greenland. He hasn't attacked a NATO ally militarily - yet - but he has done economically. The UK must stand with our allies and face down his bullying tactics.

Deeply concerned by reports from Uganda about the conduct of elections and treatment of opposition leaders and election officials. UK Government must work w/ election observers, regional organisations and other partners to ensure a fair outcome of votes. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

We need to sanction the awful regime in Iran and freeze Iranian assets in London. But the world would take Donald Trump's concerns over the brutal murder of protesters in Iran more seriously if his government stopped murdering protesters in Minnesota.

Full of admiration for the brave protesters in Iran - and concern for their safety under such a repressive and violent regime. UK Government must work with partners to support the right to peaceful protest and accountability for the authorities. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

We need to see the details but this u-turn on hospitality business rates is long overdue. I was proud to take publicans from my constituency to meet the Minister and make a powerful case. Thank you to Becky and Donna for being great community champions! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

The UK Government needs to spell out to Trump and his lawless Cabinet that we will abide by international law, even if they won’t. @jamesmaccleary.bsky.social and I have asked Ministers to make clear that no UK bases would be used in an illegal attack by the US on Greenland.

In yesterday’s Adjournment Debate, I warned the House that illegal dumping is no longer isolated - it is an epidemic. Communities are paying the price while criminal gangs get away with it.

The UK must continue to stand up to Putin’s aggression and back Ukraine to agree a ceasefire on their own terms. We want to see the detail of what the Prime Minister has agreed today but we will support a deal that gives Ukraine control of its future. www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c1...

Callum will lead an Adjournment Debate in the Commons today on government support for clearing illegal waste near the river Cherwell.

Tonight, at around 7pm, I’ll be leading an Adjournment Debate on the illegal dumping along the River Cherwell. Residents have raised serious and legitimate questions, about how long the waste will remain, whether councils will be left footing the bill, (1/3)

Deeply concerned about Trump’s imperial intentions - and the implications for Greenland. UK Government needs to make clear that we will not stand for US piracy to seize the natural resources of sovereign states.

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.

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.

The Israeli Government must reverse its decision to ban reputable international aid agencies which will lead to more suffering and avoidable deaths among Gazan civilians. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...