It's utterly unacceptable that penguins are kept in a cramped, windowless room at London’s Sea Life Aquarium. Denied fresh air, natural light and the space they need to thrive. I spoke on @lbc.co.uk about how their conditions are a world away from their Antarctic home. youtube.com/shorts/wD1sp...

Robbie Gibb was appointed to the BBC Board by Boris Johnson, was an editorial advisor for GB News, and worked as Theresa May's Director of Comms. He is not impartial or neutral. The government should remove him from the Board immediately to protect the BBC's independence.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them.

Keir Starmer needs to wake up and fix our broken voting system before the next election, or he risks letting Nigel Farage into Number 10. We will keep fighting for fair votes to make sure every voice is heard.

The resignations of Tim Davie and Deborah Turness must be an opportunity for the BBC to turn a new leaf, rebuild trust and resist those like Nigel Farage who want to destroy it We must stand up for a strong, independent BBC, to stop Trump’s America becoming Farage's Britain.

This Remembrance Sunday, we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. We must never forget them — nor can we forget the veterans and serving personnel who continue to protect our freedom.

One of the most rewarding parts of the job is helping people in Winchester get the help they deserve. www.hampshirechronicle.co.uk/news/2559146...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, we all waited for science to catch up. We waited for a vaccine, for hope. When it finally arrived, the world changed almost overnight. With HIV, TB and malaria, we don’t have to wait. The science is already there. The treatments already exist.

Honoured to a place a Remembrance Cross for Winchester in Parliament's Garden of Remembrance.

It’s outrageous that someone who sexually abuses an animal isn’t automatically put on the sex offenders register. We know that people who abuse animals are far more likely to go on to commit domestic abuse and even to abuse children. 🧵

Today is One Health Day! Animal, human and environmental health are inseparable — and the science is clear that we must take a joined-up approach.

Today my thoughts are with everyone affected by the dreadful attack near Huntingdon - the victims, their loved ones, and everyone who witnessed it. We're all hoping those injured make a full recovery. Grateful to the passengers and emergency services who showed such bravery.

You can’t build good mental health on unstable foundations. Debt, housing insecurity, domestic abuse, and insecure work are too often the roots of mental ill health. 🧵

I really welcome this. Scaling up our military strength is not just about tanks and ships. It is also about morale. Our troops could be asked to put their lives on the line to protect us. The least we can do is give them somewhere decent to live. www.bbc.com/news/article...

We just defeated Nigel Farage’s Bill in Parliament to tear up people’s rights and withdraw from the ECHR. Farage wants to do away with the Britain Churchill built and turn it into a version of Trump's America. We stopped him.

Political parties that deny climate change exists are no friends of farmers. They are paving the way for deeper losses and long-term damage to British farming. open.substack.com/pub/dannycha...

Parents tell me every single week about how hard they have to fight to get the SEND provision that their child is entitled to. I asked the Government what steps they're taking to ensure that Education, Health and Care Plans are issued in a timely manner.

The Tories can shout at me all they like, but the truth is their Brexit deal it is hurting our country and Labour won’t do anything about it. Today I urged the Prime Minister to actually fix it.

People who have come to the United Kingdom legally, played by the rules and made it their home do not need to “go home”. This is their home. I've written to Kemi Badenoch to give her the chance to reject these divisive calls from her frontbencher Katie Lam.

The mess left by the Conservatives is finally being confronted. Thanks to continued @libdems.org.uk pressure on both the Government and the water companies, we’re seeing progress. But there's so much more to do. www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...

🎖️ Veterans who experience mental ill health deserve understanding and tailored care. We’re calling for a Veterans’ Mental Health Oversight Officer — to ensure joined-up support, compassion and accountability across the system. We owe our veterans more than gratitude — we owe them proper support.

Then fix it.

This in FT this morning 👇

Lib Dems are the winners of by-elections Super Thursday! 💪 Won 7 out of 10 local by-elections ↗️ GAINS from the Conservatives, Labour and the Green Party 🔶 6 from 6 seats in Surrey as what remains of the Blue Wall crumbles away Congratulations to our brilliant campaign teams and new councillors!

Absolutely colossal night of success for the Lib Dems. In the 10 byelections, the LDs have gained from the CONs, GRNs, INDs and LAB, with a narrow loss to REF by 31 votes in Babergh. Scoreboard: LD 7, REF 1, CON 1, IND 1. I assume the media will cover this as breathlessly as every opinion poll?

I joined Mighty Convoy in driving 5 ambulances filled with medical aid to Ukraine - a journey I will never forget. Britain has backed Ukraine since this war began - and it is vital that we continue to do so. Thank you to all volunteers who drive equipment to Ukraine to help with the war effort!

We need to update the Veterinary Surgeons Act. I spoke with @johnstratford.bsky.social on LBC News about the investigation into vet bills.

As a vet and MP, I’ve seen both sides of this issue — the heartbreak for pet owners facing huge vet bills, and the pressure on vets doing their best within a broken system. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

People are waiting years for mental health support but then end up in A&E in crisis. It’s time we treat mental health as seriously as physical health.

The animation in this BBC feature is so slick — the storytelling and visuals are beautifully done. www.bbc.co.uk/news/resourc...

"...genuine grievance with the way the industry has been treated is being exploited by people who are primed and ready to betray farmers once again." www.farmersguardian.com/blog/4520222...

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the gravest public health threats confronting the world. AMR will cause 39 million deaths by 2050. This is a direct threat to the UK that demands urgent action, not short-sighted funding cuts. substack.com/@dannychambe...

There's really good organisations, locally & nationally, who are there for support. You just need to ask. On World Mental Health Day, we have to recognise that there's no stigma in having mental health issues and that we need to treat mental health as seriously as we treat physical health.

It's World Mental Health Day. At a time when our NHS is under threat & struggling to meet demand despite the amazing efforts of staff, it's so easy for politicians to dismiss mental health & cut services even further as part of their "tough choices" for the economy. I reject this way of thinking.

There is only one way to make this a proper peace and that is a two state solution. A Palestinian independent state alongside the state of Israel, where both peoples can live in security and dignity. @LaylaMoran.bsky.social

Allowing Southern Water to raise bills even further than the 53% they were already given is as disgusting as the sewage they continue to dump in our rivers. meonvalleytimes.co.uk/further-bill...

🚨URGENT! On Monday, the Govt could make last minute changes to the Planning Bill, removing protections for national parks like the South Downs. Join my campaign to save nature. Sign the petition and share!. We must force the government to change their mind. www.winld.org.uk/save-the-sou...

Brucella canis is an infectious disease affecting dogs and, in some cases, humans. Vets have long been calling for more testing, so it's welcome that the Government has announced - dogs commercially imported from Romania must have a negative Brucella canis test result. www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

Thanks to the Winchester Litter Pickers for inviting me along to help tidy up our streets. They've fostered a fantastic community atmosphere where people can come along to help and meet new people. I really recommend it!

Two years ago, we witnessed the horror of Hamas’s terrorist attack on Israel. 1,200 people brutally murdered, 251 people taken hostage. We have since witnessed Netanyahu's disastrous response, leading to 10s of thousands of deaths in Gaza.

I am horrified by the images of a mosque in Peacehaven burning after a suspected arson attack. Everyone should be able to worship free from fear and terror. Islamophobia is totally unacceptable. Those who spread hatred and incite violence against Muslim communities must stop.

"On this painful morning, my thoughts are with the families of Adrian Daulby and Melvin Cravitz and the whole Jewish community who have been the target of a vicious attack on their holiest day." "Those who preach antisemitic hatred must be stopped. It is never acceptable." @EdDavey.LibDems.org.uk

When I was elected, I promised to be a local champion. My team and I have now directly helped residents over 10,000 times.

My thoughts today are with the victims, their loved ones, the Jewish community and the emergency services after this horrific act.

Honoured to be reappointed as @libdems Mental Health Spokesperson for another year. I'll continue to campaign to ensure that mental health is treated as seriously as physical health. #mentalhealth

This afternoon, Donald Trump has the power to end the human suffering and horrors in Gaza. Before Trump's meeting with Netanyahu, Keir Starmer needs to pick up the phone to the President - and get him to act.

I'm standing up for freedom and privacy, opposing this drastic government overreach. People shouldn’t be turned into criminals just because they can’t have a digital ID, or choose not to. Sign the petition! 👇 www.winld.org.uk/nodigitalid

Great weekend walk and brunch with Moose

We're proud to work alongside MPs who really make a difference for animals. Congratulations again to @dannychambers.bsky.social and Sir Roger Gale who were both recognised at the Nature 2030 Political Purpose Awards for their tireless work to improve animal protections 👏

Ming Campbell was a dedicated public servant and a true Liberal giant. His principled leadership opposing the Iraq War was a mark of his morality, courage and wisdom. But more than that, he was an incredibly warm and caring friend and colleague. We will miss him terribly.