[email protected] has been a carer for his mum, his nanna & now his son. As he says, most care isn’t in care homes but in our homes, given by families. We’re a nation of carers — but govt rarely sees it that way. Read his foreword to our new report: www.ippr.org/articles/who...

"What is happening in Gaza is a genocide. And the President of the United States, who wants a Nobel Peace Prize, is doing nothing to stop it." @EdDavey.LibDems.org.uk

Right now, Donald Trump is at a lavish banquet at Windsor Castle, while in Gaza a genocide is unfolding. He alone can stop the assault on Gaza City, end the aid blockade and secure the release of hostages - Keir Starmer must make that clear to him before this visit ends.

Not before time it is is being recognised that genocide is being committed in Gaza. Shame on Trump for still proving arms and support to Israel. I wonder if this will be raised by Starmer to Trump in his visit? I’ll bet not. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Great to meet campaigners at today’s #SEND rally in Parliament Square. Although this is a devolved issue, I’m proud to support Liberal Democrats in their call for urgent and genuine reform so every child with SEND gets the support they need.

"If you hold to those liberal beliefs which actually have made our country great, I think that's true patriotism." @EdDavey.LibDems.org.uk

I was delighted to attend the old tradition of ‘Kirking of the Council’ in Inverness on Sunday. There was a great procession led by the pipe band, hundreds of school children, military cadets, and various dignitaries

There are some radical extremists who we should do avoid helping. Musk is one of them, we can do our best to avoid buying Tesla cars, using X etc.

I've written to Keir Starmer, Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage, urging them to join me in condemning Elon Musk's dangerous remarks inciting violence yesterday. As leaders, we must stand together and make clear Musk will face serious consequences for these actions.

1 in 7 school children are estimated to be neurodivergent. I left school a year early with poor results, it took me decades to realise I wasn’t thick! @adamjamesdance.bsky.social is introducing a bill that will help a huge number of dyslexic and neurodivergent children. Watch his fantastic speech:

Today is #BackBritishFarming day Farming is critical to our food security and environmental protections and our farmers need more support, not less. It’s time both our governments recognised their invaluable contributions and backed a thriving future for Scottish agriculture now and in the future!

Russia violating Polish airspace is a dangerous escalation. We must back our European allies in the face of Putin's warmongering. The UK should further hit the Kremlin's war fund and reduce the oil cap cut to stop Russian aggression spreading across Europe.

Today I met with President Abbas. We discussed the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the need to end the appalling suffering of Palestinians, secure the release of the hostages still held in brutal captivity by the Hamas terrorists, and how we ensure a two-state solution.

The BBC are constantly fawning over Farage's every move despite Reform only having four MPs. Our national broadcaster should reflect the whole country, not just one man’s ego.

From rolling out a nationwide network of safer consumption rooms to new drug checking facilities, Scottish Liberal Democrats would give our country the world-class drug services it deserves. Much more needs done to stop people dying.

🚨Today is #999Day - a reminder of the vital role emergency services play in our communities From paramedics saving lives, firefighters running towards danger & police officers keeping us safe - they deserve our support every single day. Thank you to all our first responders 🚑

I’m meeting stakeholders across Scotland’s ferry network. I popped in to the office of CMAL to hear their views 🎥 I want to hear from you! If you have a view on the future of our lifeline ferries, fill in the survey 👇 and be part of the conversation: www.scotlibdems.org.uk/ferries-cons...

🗳️ Deadline alert! To vote in the Highland Council by-elections for Ward 7 (Tain & Easter Ross) and Ward 11 (Caol & Mallaig) you must be registered by midnight, Tue 9 Sept 2025. Register now 👉 www.highland.gov.uk/registertovote #VoteReady #ByElection #Ward7 #Ward11

Instead of asking the President to drop his damaging tariffs, Farage wants to talk down Britain and egg Trump on to hurt British businesses even more. He’s no patriot.

Today I am meeting Petro Poroshenko, 5th President of Ukraine. He will be encouraging Britain to help more. We do far more than most, but these days seem to be talking rather than doing. If Russia wins I am certain that a Baltic state or two will be next and China emboldened to invade Taiwan.

Trump has the power to end the ongoing killing and famine in Gaza, free the hostages, and push for a lasting peace. As he visits the UK, we must demand he uses that influence to end the crisis.

We were delighted to host Scottish Care and ‪Angus MacDonald MP‬ at our Pittyvaich care home in Inverness today. It was an excellent opportunity to discuss the key challenges facing the care sector in the Highlands, and how we can work together to support older people.

Last week I visited the Portree community helipad and met with Calum Matheson, Chair of Portree and Braes Community Trust, and Neil Campbell, Trustee responsible for the site.

“The government must learn their lesson and now apply relentless pressure to the Netanyahu government to end this crisis.” @CalumMillerLD.bsky.social

Ofgem have confirmed that energy bills will rise by more than expected ahead of this winter. This will put enormous pressure and strain on many families, especially in the Highlands where 36% of households live in fuel poverty. People deserve a fairer energy system.

At last the West Highlands is seeing the glass bins and sea of boxes and bags full of bottles getting taken away!

Another big day speaking to voters this time in Inshes Wood! Joined again by our MP @angusmacdonaldld.bsky.social, many people are telling us that they are fed up with two governments failing to deliver for them for too long

On Tuesday, there was a packed meeting in Inverness with 11 MP’s and MSP’s and representatives from 60 Community Councillors. The mood was very firmly that the Highlands is suffering from industrialisation with every hill and glen getting covered in wind turbines and transmission lines. Thread:

Sharing this important survey that my colleague @jamiegreeneuk.bsky.social is conducting. It's so important that local voices are heard on this issue. Answer it here: shorturl.at/Uo7gf

Glad that my friend and colleague @jamie4north.bsky.social is raising this important issue. In 2016, maternity services at Wick Hospital were downgraded - forcing many women to travel more than 100 miles to give birth at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness, in my constituency.

Recognition of the state of Palestine should not be used as a bargaining chip. It should have happened months ago. We also need far greater action to stop the humanitarian disaster in Gaza, including fully ceasing arms sales and implementing sanctions against the Israeli cabinet.

A reminder that the Lib Dems have continuously campaigned for: 👩‍👩‍👦‍👦 Scrap the Two child Benefit Cap 🧓Keep Triple Lock Pension ❄️Keep Winter Fuel Payments 🤰Free school meals 🇪🇺Closer ties with EU 🗳Fair votes/ PR 🌎Climate action/Net Zero 🇵🇸Ceasefire in Gaza/Two state solution 🇺🇸Stand up to Trump #LibDems🔶

It's unacceptable that Gazans are having to choose between starving or risking their lives going to aid posts where they could be fired upon. Netanyahu must fully reopen the supply routes for food and aid, and our Government must be far tougher in demanding it.

Under the SNP, people are stuck in hospital, prevented from getting on with their lives. You can’t fix the NHS unless you fix care because the more patients are delayed in hospital, the longer people wait at A&E and the longer ambulances wait outside the front door.

Another lengthy absence for MV Caledonian Isles will mean fewer tourists, more missed doctor’s appointments and long waits for boats. After years of disruption, still no one in government has carried the can for repeatedly failing our island communities.

I am very glad to be co signing this letter with the ambition of joining France in recognising Palestine as a separate state. Starmer is being weak in not following through on Labour's previous commitment to do this.

Another big weekend on the campaign trail! A big thank you to our local MP @angusmacdonaldld.bsky.social for joining us! Door after door in Inverness folk kept telling us the same thing... They want an MSP who will put our local priorities first, not either of the two SNP candidates

Companies that rely on electricity for power are being hammered. My colleague Neil Alexander and I heard that 28% of the Inverness Ice Centre's income was spent on electricity. No wonder Ayr and Elgin ice rinks have shut. I’ll be writing to the Energy Minister yet again about this issue.

Today is #SamaritansAwarenessDay — a reminder that you're never alone. If you're finding life tough, Samaritans are here to listen, 24/7 💚 Whatever you're going through, they'll face it with you. 📞 Call 116 123 any time, day or night.

Great news for Glenuig Inn! The Scottish Land Fund have co funded along with the substantial amount raised from those living in the area. There will be more than few drama downed in celebration. Well done the committee.

I asked our local SNP council group to back a motion on improving sewage monitoring 2 years ago. I was reassured it wasnt needed. 2 year later, we're seeing a billion litres of sewage dumped in the Highlands. I wonder if they think it's needed yet?

The Petitions Committee is celebrating its 10 year anniversary! Since 2015, millions of people across the UK have had their voices heard and more than 35,000 petitions have been opened since the site was launched! As the current Chair, this brings me immense pride.

For years the Conservatives and Labour sneered at us for raising the sewage scandal. Now finally the government is acting. This is a victory for all those local communities who said enough is enough - but if Labour think it is job done they have got another think coming.

We are now on our fourth different Health Secretary since this SNP government last met the A&E waiting time target. If you're frustrated with the SNP making you wait to access the NHS, vote Scottish Liberal Democrats on your peach regional ballot and turf them out.

Heatwave in Smithton! ☀️ So many people want change for a change at Holyrood, and feeling taken for granted by the SNP Honoured to have met a 1st responder in Dunblane during the tragedy. As someone who grew up there, I can't tell you how much it means to have their support

The world is looking on in horror as Netanyahu's Government plots to lock Gaza's entire population into effectively a giant prison. The Prime Minister should make it clear that the UK won't stand idly by, starting by sanctioning Netanyahu himself.

Generating electricity from solar or wind is now much cheaper than gas. But people aren’t seeing the benefit of cheap renewable power, because electricity prices are still tied to the price of gas. Our plan would halve bills and save families £870 a year on average. www.libdems.org.uk/energy

People are being clobbered with energy bills that are still more than £50 a month higher than they were five years ago. And businesses are suffering too. Terrible energy policies under the Conservatives pushed up everyone’s bills, and this Labour Government has failed to prioritise cutting them.

Post office closures across Glastonbury & Somerton have left people without vital services. Recently, I met the Thievendrans from Somerton Stores & heard from Baltonsborough Village Store, both keen to host branches but blocked by high costs. I urged the Govt to support restoring rural post offices.

Until 2000, the Armed Forces had a ban on LGBT personnel, who could be discharged or face criminal prosecution. Jess Brown-Fuller has won action from the Government to speed up compensation for LGBT veterans who lost their jobs and were stripped of their pensions.