Jake Austin has been selected as the Liberal Democrat candidate for the Ashton & Makerfield by-election. Born and raised in Hindley, Jake has the experience and drive to tackle local issues and fight for residents in Westminster. #LibDems #MakerfieldByElection #LibDems #MakerfieldByElection

Heading to the Tree House Cafe at Hopwood Park shortly for their excellent breakfast and good company.

The argument for standing aside in Makerfield sounds “strategic”, but from a Liberal Democrat perspective it is strategically short-sighted, democratically unhealthy, and misunderstands how Reform is defeated.

Calling Zelensky a “Dictator” must be where the line is drawn. It is my sincere hope that the whole political spectrum in the United Kingdom will speak with one voice in opposition to Trump’s lies.

Following the sad death of President Carter, it will be a day of mourning when President Trump is inaugurated, and all the flags in America will be flying at half-mast.

You’ve never heard a Christmas single quite like this before. Ed Davey and Bath Philharmonia Young Carers' Choir present: “Love is Enough” - in support of the Bath Phil and Carers Trust. Out tomorrow! 🎁❄️

I have sponsored Steve Darling's motion calling on the Government to protect Personal Independence Payments (PIPs) and not use the Tory's plan to replace them with vouchers. We must protect the autonomy of disabled claimants! edm.parliament.uk/early-day-mo...

Enough is enough. This further price rise cannot go ahead. As we enter another cold and difficult winter, many people simply can’t afford to see their heating bills go up yet again.

Excellent response from @libdemdaisy.bsky.social to the DOZE nonsense that Lib Dems are not leading on issues. youtu.be/ZUJ6GXVCRKA

This excellent article by @amcarmichaelmp.bsky.social explains why inheritance tax changes are not the only government tax policy that will impact on Farmers. The new “carbon border adjustment mechanism” raises the cost of imported fertiliser, upping food costs. www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...

Well, all things change eventually, so here I am.