Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 29/09/2026🧠 It was a pleasure to attend the Alzheimer's Society breakfast and meet my constituents Tony, living with dementia, and his wife Caroline, who cares for him. Hearing their experiences was a powerful reminder of what dementia means for people, their families and carers who support them every day. 032
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 26/09/2026🏛️ Another busy day at Lib Dem conference! On Day 3, I presented my policy motion on helping people to age well, joined the JRF and LGA for a roundtable on delivering once-in-a-generation reform of adult social care, and spoke to ITV about why I care so much about this issue. #LDConf 040
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 26/09/2026I dropped by to support our Haywards Heath Councillors' surgery this morning in the Orchards Shopping Centre. Plus I got to chat to Paul from Haywards Heath Town Football Club. 042
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 26/09/2026I dropped by to support our Haywards Heath Councillors' surgery this morning in the Orchards Shopping Centre. Plus I got to chat to Paul from Haywards Heath Town Football Club. 000
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 26/09/2026🧡 It was great to meet representatives from so many brilliant charities and organisations at Lib Dem conference this week, including Dementia UK, Animal Free Research, Young Lives vs Cancer and more. #LDConf 030
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 21/09/2026📰 This week’s Monday Mail comes from Lib Dem Conference in Brighton. A quick update on Group B Strep, maternity policy, young carers, and BBC Politics Live. Read here: www.midsussexlibdems.org.uk/news/article...midsussexlibdems.org.ukAlison Bennett's Monday Mail: ConferenceConference 033
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 18/09/2026📰 In my Mid Sussex Times column, I wrote about a brilliant weekend of sport across Mid Sussex, from Burgess Hill Hockey Club to the Greater Haywards Heath Bike Ride. Read here: www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world/p...sussexexpress.co.ukPolitical opinion with Alison Bennett MP: A weekend of Mid Sussex sportSee the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world 012
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 17/09/2026MPs are back in their constituencies for the political party conference season. So it was good to get out in Haywards Heath yesterday evening to chat to local people with Freddie and Town Councillor Billah. Thank you to everyone who made some time to talk to us. 031
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Head to head with Reform UK's Lee Anderson on BBC Politics Live this lunchtime. 1134
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 14/09/2026📰 In this week’s Monday Mail, I reflect on Reform’s recent donations, why they should concern those who want evidence-based policy, internationalism and social tolerance to win, and why early support matters. Read here: www.midsussexlibdems.org.uk/news/article...midsussexlibdems.org.ukWLTM: a liberal minded crypto billionaireWLTM: a liberal minded crypto billionaire 053
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 11/09/2026🚜 Earlier this week I joined the NFU in Parliament for Back British Farming Day and its Ready to Grow campaign. British farmers need practical support on planning, finance, food security and resilience. I’ll keep making that case for farmers in Mid Sussex and across the country. 012
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 10/09/2026📰 In my Mid Sussex Times column, I wrote about why housing growth must be fair for Mid Sussex. Growth must be sustainable, properly planned, and supported by the infrastructure residents need and environmental protections. www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world/p...sussexexpress.co.ukPolitical opinion with Alison Bennett MP: Housing growth must be fair for Mid SussexSee the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world 031
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 09/09/2026🚴 Great to be back at the Greater Haywards Heath Bike Ride on Sunday. Thanks to everyone who helped make the day possible. Take a look at some of the photos from the day below 👇 www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/...sussexexpress.co.ukIn photos – hundreds of cyclists take part in Greater Haywards Heath Bike Ride 2026Hundreds of cyclists took part in the Greater Haywards Heath Bike Ride 2026. 011
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 07/09/2026What on earth is going on with local government reorganisation? West Sussex was already waiting until October for a decision. Now the Government has paused plans elsewhere and launched a wider review. People in Mid Sussex deserve clarity, not more delay and confusion. 123
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 07/09/2026📰 Monday Mail is back after its summer break. This week, I reflect on raising West Sussex school funding in Parliament, food waste and recycling, and today’s District Plan consultation deadline. Read here: www.midsussexlibdems.org.uk/news/article...midsussexlibdems.org.ukAlison Bennett's Monday Mail: Guess Who's Back?Guess who’s back? 011
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 06/09/2026🎄 Calling all young artists across Mid Sussex! It might feel a little early to be thinking about Christmas, but my 2026 Christmas Card Competition has now launched. Schools across Mid Sussex will shortly be sharing details of the competition with pupils, good luck to everyone taking part! 🎨 021
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 03/09/2026📰 In my Mid Sussex Times column this week, I wrote about the final week of my summer tour. You can read my full column here: www.midsussexlibdems.org.uk/news/article...midsussexlibdems.org.ukPolitical Opinion with Alison Bennett MP: My end of summer roundupIn her weekly column, Alison Bennett, MP for Mid Sussex, discusses the last week of her Mid Sussex summer tour. 031
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 28/08/2026📰 In my Mid Sussex Times column, I wrote about my visit to Haywards Heath Foodbank and Baby Bank. Heather and the team provide vital support, from food parcels to baby essentials, with care and dignity. You can read my full column here: www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world/p...sussexexpress.co.ukPolitical Opinion with Alison Bennett MP: Supporting community at food and baby bankSee the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world 011
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 26/08/2026🐶 It’s International Dog Day, so it seems like the perfect excuse to introduce you to seven-month-old Rhubarb. Happy International Dog Day to all the dogs, and fellow dog lovers, across Mid Sussex! I’d love to see your dogs too, so feel free to share a photo in the comments. 🐾 140
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Earlier this week I visited Haywards Heath Foodbank and Baby Bank, where Heather and the team showed me the brilliant support they provide, from food parcels to baby clothes, toys and community groups. Thank you to all the volunteers for everything you do for our community. 022
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 20/08/2026📰 In my Mid Sussex Times column, I wrote about dangerous and antisocial driving in Mid Sussex. Residents should report incidents through Operation Crackdown where possible, and I will continue pressing Sussex Police for action. www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world/p...sussexexpress.co.ukPolitical Opinion with Alison Bennett MP: Making Our Roads Safer for EveryoneSee the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world 141
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 18/08/2026🛒 A lovely afternoon at Tesco in Burgess Hill for one of my pop-up surgeries! Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello, have a chat or raise an issue with me. If you weren’t able to catch me today, please do get in touch with my office, alison.bennett.mp@parliament.uk 052
Reposted by Alison BennettLiberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 18/08/2026Free local bus travel is a vital lifeline for many disabled people. After an almost two-year campaign the Government has finally listened to Liberal Democrat calls to stop restrictions to disabled bus passes. Disabilities don’t start at 9.30am. Neither should disabled bus passes. 56628
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Tom has campaigned tirelessly to end the time restrictions on disabled bus passes, so I am very pleased that the PM has made this announcement today. 052
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 13/08/2026In my Mid Sussex Times column, I wrote about another week of my summer tour, meeting residents, parish councillors, local organisations and care home residents across Mid Sussex. Read here: www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world/p...sussexexpress.co.ukPolitical opinion with Alison Bennett MP: Another week of my summer tourSee the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world 011
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 13/08/2026📚 A huge congratulations to everyone across Mid Sussex receiving their A level, T level and BTEC results today! Whatever comes next, I wish you the very best. And if things haven’t gone quite as hoped, UCAS is offering Results Day and Clearing support. Well done to all our students! 031
Reposted by Alison BennettLiberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 10/08/2026From Mid Staffordshire to Morecambe Bay, NHS scandals have shown the cost of concerns being ignored. Labour’s Health Bill will take an axe to vital patient safeguards. Andy Burnham must intervene and protect patients. @helenmorganlibdem.bsky.social 12614
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 10/08/2026It was lovely to be invited to The Goldbridge Care Home in Haywards Heath, where I met residents and the team and heard more about the wide range of care and support they provide. Thank you to everyone at Goldbridge for such a warm welcome. 032
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 09/08/2026I was delighted to be invited to Burgess Hill Town Football Club to hear more about the investment being made in the club and its future. Thank you to Dave, David and Vicky for showing me around and taking the time to speak with me. ⚽ 011
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 06/08/2026📰 In my Mid Sussex Times column this week, I wrote about being out and about across Mid Sussex during summer recess. You can read my full column here: www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world/p...sussexexpress.co.ukPolitical opinion with Alison Bennett MP: Out and about across Mid SussexSee the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world 023
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 03/08/2026🌿 Great to visit Nymans and hear how it is supporting people and nature across Mid Sussex, from free visits for local carers and social prescribing partnerships to volunteering and nature restoration. Volunteer at Nymans: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/sussex... 042
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 02/08/2026🧡 It was a pleasure to visit the Burgess Hill Pantry this week and see first hand the incredible difference it is making for people across our community. To find out more, email hello@bhlocalpantry.org, call 0800 987 1156 or visit their webpage: www.yourlocalpantry.co.uk/pantry-listi... 030
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 01/08/2026🛍️ Earlier this week, I had a great morning holding a pop-up surgery on Church Walk in Burgess Hill. Thank you to everyone who took the time to come and speak with me. I look forward to holding more pop-up surgeries across Mid Sussex during the summer recess. 041
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 31/07/2026Women and babies at Princess Royal Hospital deserve safe, timely care. The CQC praised its kind and professional maternity staff, but found they are tired and burnt out, while theatre problems delayed planned caesarean sections. The Trust must now act. 023
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 31/07/2026🏘️ This week, I met with representatives from parish and town councillors from Fulking, Pyecombe, Hassocks, Hurstpierpoint & Sayers Common and Burgess Hill. It was helpful to hear directly about the concerns affecting their towns and villages, and to discuss where I can support them as their MP. 021
Reposted by Alison BennettEd Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 30/07/2026This is the very sad reality of a broken system that is letting people down. We must fix this so that it never happens again. www.thetimes.com/uk/healthcar...thetimes.comMore than 30,000 died last year waiting for social care helpThe proportion of frail and elderly adults in England who get support has halved in 20 years and more than half of requests to local authorities are rejected 622465
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 30/07/2026📰 In my Mid Sussex Times column this week, I wrote about the start of summer recess and the work I will be doing across Mid Sussex over the coming weeks. Read here:sussexexpress.co.ukPolitical Opinion with Alison Bennett MP: Mid Sussex summer beginsSee the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world 022
Reposted by Alison BennettLiberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 29/07/2026'If we don't get social care right there are profound costs for to the rest of the economy' @AlisonEBennett.bsky.social 03516
Reposted by Alison BennettLiberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 29/07/2026After 22 failed attempts to sort the social care crisis. The 23rd must now deliver. It's time to put family carers first, guarantee free personal care, and end catastrophic care costs. @AlisonEBennett.bsky.social 14016
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 28/07/2026💧 Later this week, I will be meeting the new Chief Executive of South East Water. I want to make sure residents’ experiences are heard directly. 💬 Please comment below with any questions you would like me to raise, or email me privately at alison.bennett.mp@parliament.uk 044
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 28/07/2026📰 In this week’s Monday Mail, I share a summer edition before the newsletter takes a short August break, with reading and podcast recommendations, plus local events coming up in Mid Sussex. Read here: prod.cdn.everyaction.com/emails/van/L... 011
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 26/07/2026🎆 The Government has now launched a consultation on fireworks and pyrotechnics, including proposals to reduce the maximum noise level of fireworks sold to the public. I would encourage residents to share their views before the consultation closes on 7 October 2026 👇 www.gov.uk/government/c... 044
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 25/07/2026🚰 With a hosepipe ban in place and further outages affecting Burgess Hill and Hassocks, please check whether you or someone you care for should be on South East Water’s free Priority Services Register. Find out more and sign up: www.southeastwater.co.uk/help/priorit... 022
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 23/07/2026📰 In my Mid Sussex Times column, I wrote about fixing our water system. With a hosepipe ban now in Sussex, we need investment, oversight and water infrastructure that keeps pace with housing. Read: www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world/p...sussexexpress.co.ukPolitical opinion with Alison Bennett MP: Fix our waterSee the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world 011
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 22/07/2026Former Southern Water executives have been charged with conspiracy to defraud. If proven, this must be a turning point for tougher regulation, independent monitoring and a water industry that puts communities and the environment first. 📰 Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... 1106
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 21/07/2026📰 In this week’s Monday Mail, I reflect on raising Mid Sussex’s water supply concerns at PMQs, local government reorganisation delays, and scrutiny of the new Prime Minister. Read this week’s Monday Mail here: www.midsussexlibdems.org.uk/news/article...midsussexlibdems.org.ukAlison Bennett's Monday Mail: Bottling itStanding up for Mid Sussex on water and housing 032
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 21/07/2026Social care reform cannot wait. I’m joining Ed Davey in calling on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to work across parties and deliver: 🧡 Rights, respite and fair financial support for carers 🧡 Free personal care for everyone who needs it 🧡 Protection from devastating care costs 0104
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 19/07/2026👨👩👧👦 Earlier this week I joined Adoption UK and Kinship in Parliament to hear from families about adoption and kinship support. Their experiences echoed what families in Mid Sussex have told me: support must be consistent, specialist and shaped by those who rely on it. 043
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 18/07/2026Thank you to Group B Strep Support for another excellent parliamentary event. It was a pleasure to join Andy MacNae MP in raising awareness of group B Strep and the need for better testing, information and support for families in Mid Sussex and across the country. 010
Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 17/07/2026📍 Today I held one of my regular constituency surgeries in Haywards Heath, meeting with residents to discuss the issues they need support with. 📩 If you live in Mid Sussex and would like to speak to me or my team, please get in touch to arrange an appointment - alison.bennett.mp@parliament.uk. 052