Oli Henman
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Taking action for people and planet, environmental campaigner, Councillor in Bath & N E Somerset
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Jon Cooper
about 1 month ago
Trump Press Secretaryās Spin Implodes as Fresh Boat Bombing Horrors Rattle GOP As Karoline Leavitt struggles to defend awful new revelations about the bombings, The Contrarianās Jennifer Rubin explains why even Republicans are shakenāand why this will only get worse for Trump.
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Trump Press Sec Spin Implodes as Fresh Boat Bombing Horrors Rattle GOP
As Karoline Leavitt struggles to defend awful new revelations about the bombings, The Contrarianās Jennifer Rubin explains why even Republicans are shakenāand why this will only get worse for Trump.
https://newrepublic.com/article/203828/trump-press-sec-spin-implodes-fresh-boat-bombing-horrors-rattle-gop
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Best for Britain
about 1 month ago
Brexit robbed young people of countless opportunities - rejoining Erasmus is the right step to undo some of the damage.
https://www.theguardian.com/education/2025/dec/01/uk-agreement-rejoin-erasmus-eu-student-exchange-scheme-brexit?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
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UK aims to secure agreement to rejoin Erasmus student exchange scheme
Britain quit EU programme after Brexit, when Boris Johnson claimed it did not offer good value for money
https://www.theguardian.com/education/2025/dec/01/uk-agreement-rejoin-erasmus-eu-student-exchange-scheme-brexit?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
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Best for Britain
about 1 month ago
The economic damage Brexit has caused is undeniable - even Brexiteers are now admitting it.
https://www.thetimes.com/business/economics/article/we-brexiteers-must-acknowledge-the-costs-of-leaving-europe-p3mhqd66f
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We Brexiteers must acknowledge the costs of leaving Europe
Breaking free from the EU has undoubtedly deepened the UKās malaise, and itās no use denying it
https://www.thetimes.com/business/economics/article/we-brexiteers-must-acknowledge-the-costs-of-leaving-europe-p3mhqd66f
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Wera Hobhouse MP
about 1 month ago
I'm proud so many love visiting Bath, but millions of tourists put real pressure on our city. It's great the Government is giving mayors the power to introduce a tourist levy, which I had previously called for in Parliament. But we must ensure the money raised benefits both residents and visitors.
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Welcome for tourist tax
[library image] Government proposals to allow English Regional Mayors the power to introduce a tourism levy has been welcomed by Councillor Kevin Guy, Leader of Bath & North East Somerset Councā¦
https://bathnewseum.com/2025/11/26/welcome-for-tourist-tax/
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Great to pop into the
#ClimateHub
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#Bath
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about 1 month ago
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Great to hear Areeba Hamid from
@greenpeaceuk.bsky.social
at
#WildSummit
highlighting that the costs of damage which is already happening due to climate change are greater than costs of transition- we must move faster to respond and deliver change!
4 months ago
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Great to be at the national
#wildsummit
in Bristol, at the opening Richard Benwell calls for UK to ābuild, build, build for biodiversity!ā
4 months ago
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Thanks to everyone who voted for me in the West of England Mayor election. Iām delighted that I came top in the Bath & NE Somerset part of the poll and I congratulate Helen Godwin on her win!
www.somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-n...
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How your area voted for West of England Mayor and who won where
A different candidate came top in each different area
https://www.somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-news/west-england-mayor-how-your-10151789
8 months ago
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Getting the vote out in
#Bath
today with
@werahobhouse.bsky.social
, we need an accountable West of England Mayor who will work for residents!
8 months ago
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Polls are open! Itās been a dynamic campaign- thanks for all the support. Today is your chance to vote for a West of England Mayor who will listen, connect and deliver better services for our region! Get out and vote
#Oli4WECA
8 months ago
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Out and about in the sun in
#Bath
, lots of support for my plans for better transport, jobs and housing. Vote
#LibDem
tomorrow for a brighter future!
@werahobhouse.bsky.social
@bristollibdems.bsky.social
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Wera Hobhouse MP
8 months ago
Voters in Canada have shown that it is liberals who are standing up to Trump and Putin's hate fuelled politics. Those of us in the West of England have the chance to send a similar message on Thursday - by electing Liberal Democrat champion
@olihenman.bsky.social
to stand up for our communityš¶šŖ
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Canada election live: Mark Carney vows āTrump will never break usā after election win
In a remarkable victory in the Canadian election, the Liberals are projected to win more seats than Pierre Poilievreās Conservative party - but it isn't clear yet if they will secure an outright majo...
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/canada-election-2025-live-results-mark-carney-liberals-updates-b2741242.html
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Another great turnout in
#Bath
today, pushing towards the
#WECA
election- this election is looking very tight, every vote will count! Vote for a brighter future-
#Oli4WECA
#LibDems
@werahobhouse.bsky.social
@bristollibdems.bsky.social
8 months ago
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Teams out all over the region for the final weekend on the
#WECA
campaign- morning in Brislington, afternoon in Thornbury! Thanks for all the support!
#Oli4WECA
#LibDems
@claireyoungmp.bsky.social
@bristollibdems.bsky.social
8 months ago
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Well now-
@stephenkb.bsky.social
Stephen Bush of the @FT is predicting that we will win
#WECA
! Itās a tight 4 or 5 way race so every vote will matter!
#Oli4WECA
#LibDems
8 months ago
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Another great evening talking to local residents in
#Keynsham
- thanks for the useful suggestions on ways to improve the buses and expand our local rail network!
#Oli4WECA
@bristollibdems.bsky.social
9 months ago
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Teams out all over the West of England today as the campaign builds up- morning in Henleaze, afternoon in Bathwick!
#WECA
#LibDems
9 months ago
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Time for change in the West of England!
@bristollibdems.bsky.social
@werahobhouse.bsky.social
#WECA
#LibDems
www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/...
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West of England mayor candidates: Oli Henman
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cn4wgj88kvno
9 months ago
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9 months ago
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Thanks to everyone getting our message out over this sunny weekend- weāve had teams out across the region! Great to be joined by Bath MP,
@werahobhouse.bsky.social
! Together, weāre pushing for a better future, joined up transport and new opportunities for the West of England-
9 months ago
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Busy day in the sunshine in
#Keynsham
today- very positive chats on the doors. People are looking for change and they can see the Lib Dem team delivering locally!
9 months ago
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Great to join the Transport
#Hustings
for
#WECA
last night at
@wshed.bsky.social
Thanks to
@beardedjourno.bsky.social
for hosting- lively questions and debate!
9 months ago
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Best for Britain
9 months ago
šØ BREAKING: Trump imposes 10% tariffs on UK imports. āIf there was any doubt, Trump is no friend of Britain and his unprovoked trade war will be felt by ordinary people across the UK in their pocket and in cuts to public spending."
@pimlicat.bsky.social
www.bestforbritain.org/trump_hits_u...
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Trump hits UK with new tariffs
The new tariffs were confirmed despite the UK Government's best efforts to secure an exemption for the UK.
https://www.bestforbritain.org/trump_hits_uk_with_new_tariffs
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Bylines Scotland
9 months ago
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Nigel Farage - From Russia with Love
As the Reform Party leader's support for Vladimir Putin draws the attention of the world, Peter Jukes' questions about his past become ever more pertinent
https://www.bylinesupplement.com/p/nigel-farage-from-russia-with-love
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Nomination papers are in- Iām now officially a candidate for West of England Mayor!
#WECA
We can deliver a fairer, greener, brighter future- get in touch if you want to help bring change
@bristollibdems.bsky.social
@libdems.org.uk
9 months ago
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Mark Pack
10 months ago
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:
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Huw James
10 months ago
Itās election time in the West of England and
@businesswest.bsky.social
have invited candidates to each feature in a guest blog. First up this week is
@olihenman.bsky.social
from the Liberal Democrats. š³ļøš¶ Check out his priorities here š
www.businesswest.co.uk/blog/qa-libe...
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Q&A with Liberal Democrat West of England Mayoral Combined Authority Metro Mayor candidate Oli Henman
Editor's note: earlier this month, the Bristol Initiative hosted the first hustings for the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority's next Metro Mayor with candidates from the Conservative, Green,
https://www.businesswest.co.uk/blog/qa-liberal-democrat-west-england-mayoral-combined-authority-metro-mayor-candidate-oli-henman
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Kara Swisher
10 months ago
Well thatās a headline I did not except to see. Ever.
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Walking up to BBC Bristol today to talk about priorities for
#WECA
- we need reliable, connected public transport and jobs of the future! You can listen to the interview here (starts halfway through at about 2:09):
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
@uoblibdems.bsky.social
10 months ago
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Bristol Young Liberals š¶
10 months ago
š„LIBDEMS WILL WIN HERE Today we launched
@olihenman.bsky.social
ās campaign to be the next Mayor of West of England to an exceptional turnout! The message was clear, š”for more housing with greenery šfor better transport š¼and job opportunities WECA needs a LibDem mayor! (š§¶šš»)
#Oli4WECA
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Great to be out in Bristol Harbour, lots of useful conversations on sustainable transport and how we can build green jobs for a brighter future!
#WECA
@uoblibdems.bsky.social
10 months ago
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Wera Hobhouse MP
11 months ago
Great to meet with industry experts to discuss the key obstacles to scaling home decarbonisation yesterday. Providing warmer homes at scale is absolutely paramount for reaching Net Zero. And as the cheapest energy is the energy we donāt use, insulation is also the key to affordable heating.
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Sharing this here- I wrote this in 2017, after the Brexit vote, but this approach to misinformation and hijacking the reform agenda is still happening all around us. Time to push back and reclaim our space!
www.socialliberal.net/the_hacked_r...
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The Hacked Revolution
The Hacked Revolution: how the call to take back control was hijacked by the right.
https://www.socialliberal.net/the_hacked_revolution
11 months ago
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Jon Cooper
11 months ago
The FAA is facing its first major aviation disaster in 16 years without a leader because Elon Musk helped push him out. The former FAA administrator stepped down on Jan. 20th after Musk called on him to resign. Musk was angry after the FAA fined SpaceX for failing to get approval for launch changes.
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The FAA is facing a major crisis without a leader because Elon Musk pushed him out
FAA chief Michael Whitaker resigned earlier this month after facing criticism from Musk.
https://www.theverge.com/news/603113/faa-chief-musk-dc-plane-crash-crisis
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Arriving at Festival of Flourishing Regions
#FoFR2025
at
@wshed.bsky.social
in Bristol- a dynamic West of England region should be based on green jobs, renewables and innovation!
@bristollibdems.bsky.social
11 months ago
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Bristol Lib Dems
12 months ago
We are pleased to announce that
@olihenman.bsky.social
will be the Lib Dem candidate for West of England Regional Mayor!
www.bristollibdems.org/news/article...
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Oli Henman Announced as Lib Dem Candidate for Regional Mayor
The Liberal Democrats have announced Oli Henman as their candidate for the next West of England Combined Authority (WECA) Mayor. As challengers in this election, the Lib Dems are building on significa...
https://www.bristollibdems.org/news/article/oli-henman-announced-as-lib-dem-candidate-for-regional-mayor
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Wera Hobhouse MP
12 months ago
Taking the bus in Bath should mean you can get from A to B affordably, on time and without disruption š But I constantly hear from residents that this is just not the case š That's why I firmly support B&NES' efforts to franchise bus services - it's time the WECA Mayor got behind their plans too.
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Should B&NES run the buses?
Would the local bus service be better if run by B&NES? Well the council thinks so and so does our Bath MP Wera Hobhouse who has asked the government to support the local authority in franchisinā¦
https://bathnewseum.com/2025/01/14/should-bnes-run-the-buses/
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#BetterNews
the world can deliver a
#JustTransition
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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UK electricity cleanest ever in 2024, with record 58% from low-carbon sources
UK has more than halved amount of electricity generated from fossil fuels but gas still had largest share at 28%
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/jan/02/uk-electricity-cleanest-ever-in-2024-with-record-58-from-low-carbon-sources
12 months ago
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Good to join the āXā-odus over here, look forward to reconnecting with like-minded friends!
#FBPE
#SustainableDevelopment
#SDGs
#ActNow
12 months ago
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Chris Packham
12 months ago
They donāt care about you .
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Bylines Network
12 months ago
Dr. Matthew Jones, a climate expert, explains how worsening wildfires are driven by climate change, yet Trump denies science, prioritises oil drilling and may take the US out of the Paris climate accord.
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Wildfires devastate Los Angeles: a warning of whatās to come
Raging wildfires devastate Los Angeles, destroying neighbourhoods, claiming lives, and exposing Trumpās climate denial and inaction
https://eastangliabylines.co.uk/environment/climate/wildfires-devastate-los-angeles-a-warning-of-whats-to-come/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wildfires-devastate-los-angeles-a-warning-of-whats-to-come
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12 months ago
New The coming battle between social media and the state Behind the alignment of X and Meta with Trump is a cold business logic ā and a position of weakness rather than strength By me, in todays
@financialtimes.com
www.ft.com/content/917c...
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12 months ago
Get the context for those eye catching polling figures that pop up in headlines and feeds...
add a skeleton here at some point
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Richard Branson
12 months ago
Fantastic to see the UKās first drug consumption room finally open its doors in Glasgow. Congratulations to all those who made this happen. As the experience from more than 200 drug consumption rooms around the world shows, The Thistle will save many lives:
www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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āAll eyes are on Glasgowā: UKās first legal drug consumption room ready to open
The Thistle will be available 365 days a year and provide a supervised space where drugs can be injected safely
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/jan/10/all-eyes-are-on-glasgow-uk-first-legal-drug-consumption-room-ready-open
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Out campaigning in the
#Saltford
by-election, our local candidate is already working hard for you to improve local transport!
12 months ago
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