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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 6h

The PM says he wants a cross-party coalition on Europe. Excellent. We’ve done the work. Single Market. Customs union. Defence cooperation. I set out the roadmap at Lib Dem conference. A little late to the party, Prime Minister, but you’re very welcome. Here’s my speech: youtu.be/__cQ0AAx-P8?...

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Al Pinkerton Keynote Speech | Autumn Conference 2026

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The Prime Minister’s recognition that Britain needs a much closer relationship with Europe is a step in the right direction, but one that is taking far too long. Every month of inaction means more trade barriers, lost investment and higher costs. [1/2]

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Gavin Esler @gavinesler.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Worth a read:

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 19/09/2026

War in Europe. China flexing its economic power. Trump unsettling old alliances. The world has changed, and Britain must adapt. Our security and prosperity depend on a stronger partnership with Europe. @alpinkerton.bsky.social

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 29/07/2026

Good meeting. Lots of work ahead.

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Cancelling the UK-EU Summit doesn’t cancel the problem. The Government must urgently meet European counterparts to prevent Entry/Exit System delays causing chaos for British travellers this summer. Our letter 👇

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Disinformation is poisoning our democracy - often driven by hostile foreign actors. Yesterday, when I asked what the Government is doing to protect the UK from this threat, the Minister revealed the recent Makerfield by-election had also been targeted. #hybridwar #Disinformation

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Peter Geoghegan @petergeoghegan.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

It’s less than a week since my radio was telling me that Britain needed to abandon net zero and drill baby drill because the Tories won a by election in Aberdeen Now it’s so hot the kids can’t sleep

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David Ross #FBPE 🇫🇷 🇪🇺 en 🇬🇧 #rejoinEU @davidhross68.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Morning All Would be grateful for your support with this change.org petition to help stop the destruction of significant woodlands and leisure options with other sites a better fit. Many thanks @alpinkerton.bsky.social c.org/rZzYyHGGS5

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Protect the Frimley Fuel Allotments from development!

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

The world has changed since 2016. Labour hasn’t. Starmer, Burnham & Streeting are all trapped by the old Brexit ‘red lines’. Britain needs a bigger plan for jobs, growth & security - starting with a UK-EU Customs Union, just as the Lib Dems proposed this week. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

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UK pitched single market for goods with EU in pursuit of deeper trade ties

Exclusive: Top British official presented idea in Brussels but sources say it was rebuffed

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Calum Miller @calummillerld.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

By closing the Strait of Hormuz again, Iran is threatening to level more chaos on the world economy. This brinkmanship must end. Donald Trump needs to lift his own reckless blockade and Iran needs to stop its banditry in the Strait. www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cq...

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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over continued US blockade of its ports, state media says - follow live

There is confusion over the status of the critical shipping lane, after the US and Iran gave conflicting statements about its opening.

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Jason Dittmer @realjdittmer.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

It’s going to commemorate the Iran War peace deal. They are going to make all the cars drive under it and then they will set up a tollbooth and charge $2 to pass

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 05/04/2026

Threatening war crimes and mocking Islam isn't a sign of strength, it's a sign of weakness. The PM should rule out UK forces and airfields being used for any attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure. What more will it take for Starmer to call off the Royal Visit Trump craves?

Screenshot of a post by Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump):

“Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the Fuckin’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah. President DONALD J. TRUMP”

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

A totally normal Easter Sunday here on planet Earth. Just the US President telegraphing to the world - in the most ‘colourful’ language - that war crimes against Iranian civilians will (re)commence on Tuesday. Remind me, what part of the Easter story is this meant to reflect?

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Very welcome that the Government has recognised the UK’s unique role in maritime trade and security by, today, hosting an international summit on freedom of navigation and the Strait of Hormuz. This is exactly the kind of serious, coalition-building diplomacy we need right now.

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

A US President worthy of neither the title or the esteem. Just a New York shakedown artist devoid of values and principles.

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 01/04/2026

Then vs now. Such a shame.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 28/03/2026

Reform and the Conservatives are happy to cheer on Trump’s illegal Iran war that's hurting our economy, sending inflation soaring and deepening the cost of living crisis.

A Graphic with a blue background reading “TRUMP’S WAR backed by Kemi & Nigel.”

Images of Kemi Badenoch, Nigel Farage, and Donald Trump smiling holding an open folder.

The open folder held says “£15bn cost to the UK economy” with signatures labelled Kemi Badenoch, Nigel Farage and Donald Trump.

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Discussing Iran and the Strait of Hormuz on BBC Daily Politics. The Tories and Reform would have propelled the UK into offensive action and embroiled us in this ill-conceived and illegal war. Now the task is clear: de-escalation - and some serious British leadership.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 25/03/2026

Keir Starmer can't, Kemi Badenoch won't and Nigel Farage refuses to. Only Ed Davey is calling out Trump's corrupt regime and standing up for the British people.

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 25/03/2026

Highly suspicious… Is Trump using his illegal war to enrich himself and his friends? This looks like corruption of the very worst kind.

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

I’ll never watch Songs of Praise in quite the same way ever again!

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Another day another no-show in Parliament for Defence Questions. Shame, because it was a good question and would’ve been a great basis for a punchy and important supplementary. But - questions can only be asked by those who turn up. #ReformMIA

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Whatever our political differences, depicting political opponents as pests or vermin has a long and troubling history in propaganda. That the Conservative Party now thinks this is acceptable political discourse is deeply shameful. I hope Tory MPs roundly denounce it.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 08/03/2026

Trump has threatened our allies, eyed up Greenland and is now criticising Britain over a war he started. We shouldn’t reward his bad behaviour with a state visit. @alpinkerton.bsky.social

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Calum Miller @calummillerld.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

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.

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Calum Miller @calummillerld.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Patriotic lectures from someone who makes their money talking down this country hit different when they are delivered from abroad.

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Jason Dittmer @realjdittmer.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Incredible to start something like this and not even get your story straight in advance www.nytimes.com/2026/03/03/w...

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Rubio Walks Back Suggestion That Israel Forced U.S. Hand in Iran Strikes

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Events in Iran have put our sovereign bases & Cyprus on the front line. As a guarantor power, I pressed the PM on the UK’s defence of our bases, personnel & the island. Despite a non-answer, I’m pleased that a Type 45 + helicopters w/ anti-drone capability now being sent.

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Latest on the Chagos Islands debacle, Farage’s attempted ‘landing’, & the government’s faltering ‘deal’ - which has failed to secure the consent of Chagossians and has now lost the support of the US President. It’s a diplomatic and geopolitical omnishambles. #Chagos #DiegoGarcia

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Trump says he’s sending a “great hospital boat” to Greenland to “take care of the sick”. When I visited a few weeks ago, Greenlanders reported delaying medical treatment in Denmark out of fear a US invasion would stop them ever returning home. Hardly a prescription for better health. 🇬🇱

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

2nd PMQ today and proud to relay the case of my constituent, Christopher, who was discharged from the RAF in 1966 solely for being gay. He deserves justice - and his medals, beret and dignity to be restored to him. @fightingwithpride.bsky.social

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Yesterday evening, I was on the Times Radio MP panel. One of the big issues of the day is the ongoing debacle over the Chagos Islands and the government’s faltering ‘deal’ with Mauritius. As someone who know a bit about it, here’s my latest take. #Chagos #DiegoGarcia #SelfDetermination

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

The UK government rightly defends Greenland on the principle of self-determination. I agree with their stance. So why deny that same right to Chagossians, stripping every amendment from the Chagos Bill that would have allowed them a referendum on their own future?

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Calum Miller @calummillerld.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

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.

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Where is the line? What Rubicon would need to be crossed before the UK acts over Trump’s geopolitical ambitions? With tariffs now threatened against EU allies simply for respecting the sovereignty of a NATO member, that question is urgent and can no longer go unanswered. #NATO #Greenland #Trump

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

In 2024, I had the privilege of visiting Greenland. Not an obvious holiday choice, but one of the most extraordinary places I’ve ever been. The landscapes are breathtaking, but what stays with me most is the strength, pride and warmth of the people who call this remarkable island home.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 04/01/2026

Europe is crying out for closer relations with Britain. A customs union would boost growth, restore confidence in bond markets, and save billions in debt costs.

Financial Times Article:

Ed Davey: ‘Europe is crying out
for closer relations with Britain’

Lib Dem leader says his party is best placed to take on Reform UK

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 04/01/2026

First Venezuela, next Greenland? You don't suck up to bullies like Trump, he will just see it as a sign of weakness. Keir Starmer needs to get on the phone to our European allies including the Danish PM, and show a united front against Trump's threats.

Screenshot of a post by Katie Miller reading “SOON” above a map of Greenland. Greenland is illustrated in the colours of the United States flag,

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Calum Miller @calummillerld.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

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.

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Election Maps UK @electionmaps.uk · 23/12/2025

The Liberal Democrats held 82% of seats they defended in Council By-Elections in 2025 #ByElectionsWrapped 1) LDM (82%) 2) GRN (67%) 3) RFM (60%) 4) CON (32%) 5) LAB (28%)

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Cllr Ying Tong-Perrett 唐瑩 @yingtperrett.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

@alpinkerton.bsky.social shared this Christmas special of Private Eye.

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 16/12/2025

I'm glad Keir Starmer has listened to our calls for this inquiry following the Reform Russian bribery scandal. Nigel Farage should be the first to give evidence.

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Mark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

Just when I thought I couldn't admire the man more... 🎯 🎯 🎯 💯 💯 💯 👍 👍 👍

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

This week, responding to one of the biggest petitions presented to Parliament, I raised concerns about proposals for a mandatory Digital ID. Giving the state the power to demand ID risks changing the relationship between citizen and state — a step we should treat with caution.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 09/12/2025

🚨 Today Al Pinkerton will introduce a 10-minute bill that calls for a UK-EU customs union. It's time for Labour MP's to back our bill and help turbocharge our economy.

A photo of Lib Dem MP's holding different placards that say: CUSTOM UNION NOW, FIX OUR TRADE WITH EUROPE AND CUT THE RED TAPE.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 12/11/2025

The Prime Minister talks the talk on supporting an independent BBC, but he refuses to walk the walk. Robbie Gibbs must go.

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

For all its faults, the BBC isn’t just a broadcaster — it’s part of our national culture and a pillar of our resilience in the information wars. Those who seek its destruction do our enemies’ work. We’d lose it at our collective peril. #BBC

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

Frimhurst is one of the hidden gems of Surrey Heath. It was a privilege to introduce Ed to the incredible staff and clients, who always make me so welcome.

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Dr Al Pinkerton MP @alpinkerton.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Operation: Take Back Our Flag. Because plastic patriots don’t get to define who we are and what our national symbols mean. 🇬🇧

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