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Dr Hannah Fluck @hannahfluck.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

This thread explains some helpful facts re historic tree cover. We don't need to perpetuate inaccuracy to justify increasing tree cover now. Current & future environments & needs are different. Better to explain why than keep pretending we can return to some halcyon days to fix the mess we've made.

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Sunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

This is a really inadequate Home Office statement in these circumstancds It empathises with this protest as expressing legitimate concerns, singles out violence against police, and simply fails to say "violence threatening asylum seekers, migrants & other minorities is shocking + wrong"

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Paul Pettinger @paulpettinger.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Are you called Ben; do you know a Ben; or have you ever admired one or simply believe they deserve support? If so, the Council of Bens is for you. I accidentally stumbled across the @thecouncilofbens.bsky.social today and found a thoroughly lovely group & excellent ambassadors for Bens everywhere

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James MacCleary MP @jamesmaccleary.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

"Drill baby drill' say the Tories while Europe burns. A natural disaster on our doorstep. The climate emergency means every summer will have intense heat leading to devastating fires. It's time to speed up our transition to renewables, not slow it down. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Wildfire now nine miles away from French city of Bordeaux, mayor warns

Thomas Cazenave says they are preparing if further evacuations are issued, as the mayor of a nearby town called the situation "catastrophic".

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

This is an excellent explanation as to why the government’s proposed changes to the rules on migrant settlement are such a bad idea.

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Richard Corbett CBE @richardcorbett.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Which part of UK has outperformed the rest since Brexit? Northern Ireland of course, as it has effectively stayed in the EU’s single market!

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 23/06/2026

10 years on, the very same politicians who caused the Brexit mess say nobody can dare try to fix it. We say enough. It's time for a bold new deal with Europe to make Britain safer, richer and stronger. Watch our new film here ⬇️ youtu.be/ihdhBLT6YYM

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It's time for a bold new deal with Europe.

10 years on, the very same politicians who caused the Brexit mess say nobody can dare try to fix it. We say enough. It's time for a bold new deal with Europe to make Britain safer, richer and…

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Ten years is long enough to know that Brexit was a mistake.

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Danny Chambers MP 🔶 @dannychambers.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

I signed a motion calling for World Heritage Site designation for English chalk streams, like the Itchen and Meon. It would formally recognise them as sites of outstanding universal value, strengthen protections, and help unlock funding, research and public engagement to support their recovery.

Danny Chambers smiling to camera standing by a part of the Meon River in Hampshire. The river and trees can be seen in the background.

"I've signed a parliamentary motion calling for UNESCO World Heritage Status for chalk streams."

That this House recognises that chalk streams are among the rarest freshwater habitats on Earth, with around 200 known globally and approximately 85% found in England; notes that these unique rivers support exceptional biodiversity, including Atlantic salmon, water vole, brown trout, southern damselfly and white-clawed crayfish; further notes the internationally significant chalk streams flowing through South Cambridgeshire, including the River Cam, River Rhee, River Granta and Bourn Brook; acknowledges the profound environmental, cultural and scientific importance of these globally rare ecosystems and the growing pressures they face from pollution, over-abstraction, sewage discharges and unsustainable development; welcomes the introduction of the Chalk Streams (UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site) Bill on 25 February 2026; further recognises the tireless work of local communities, conservation organisations and chalk stream groups working to protect these fragile habitats; and calls on the Government to begin the formal process of nominating England’s chalk streams as a serial UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site, strengthen planning and environmental protections for chalk streams, tackle over-abstraction and pollution, and ensure that fines levied on water companies for environmental damage are reinvested directly into restoring and protecting these irreplaceable rivers.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 05/05/2026

Liberal Democrats are proud to serve their community. We don’t sow division; we fix potholes and church roofs, and we always sweat the small things.   🔶 Vote Liberal Democrat this Thursday to elect a local champion for your community. 🗳️

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Ed’s been here in Sussex campaigning for the county elections. In both East and West Sussex it’s the Lib Dems who have shown we can beat both the Conservatives and Reform. Come and join us!

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Adam Bienkov @adambienkov.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Such judgement

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 03/01/2026

Two social media posts.

The first is from Keir Starmer and reads: “The UK has long supported a transition of power in Venezuela. We regarded Maduro as an illegitimate President and we shed no tears about the end of his regime. I reiterated my support for international law this morning. The UK government will discuss the evolving situation with US counterparts in the days ahead as we seek a safe and peaceful transition to a legitimate government that reflects the will of the Venezuelan people.”

Below it is a post from Ed Davey that reads: “This cop out isn’t good enough. Standing up for international law means condemning leaders when they break it, whether that’s Vladimir Putin or Donald Trump.”

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

This is a democratic farce. The government is essentially asking Conservative council leaders if they would like to grant themselves an extra year in power. It is like a teacher asking a student if they’d prefer to skip their exams because they aren’t ready. news.sky.com/story/millio...

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Millions could see county council elections delayed again

The government is expected to argue that the delay is needed because councils need more time to complete a reorganisation process.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

This delay is another example of the govt’s shambolic indecision Sussex is being denied the chance to vote for Lib Dems’ positive vision for the future We’ll keep working for a prosperous, tolerant and green Sussex, starting with the county council elections in May www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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New mayoral elections to be delayed in four areas of England

The new mayoralties in Greater Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk, Hampshire and the Solent, and Sussex and Brighton will now be contested in 2028.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

It's Lib Dems or Reform for Sussex Mayor. The choice is clear: I will fight to protect our environment. I'll deliver better public transport, and champion a stronger local economy for everyone. We are the positive alternative. We can win this. Help me win 👇 www.southeastlibdems.org.uk/volunteer

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

The Chancellor missed a lot of opportunities to turn the corner in today's budget. Freezing tax thresholds will hurt families already struggling, Sussex businesses should have been backed, and crucially Brexit damage is still being ignored. My reaction to the budget👇

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

GOVERNMENT SAYS SUSSEX WILL HAVE COUNCIL ELECTIONS IN MAY 2026 Elections have already been postponed once, and James MacCleary MP has been pushing to make sure Conservative-run county councils will face voters in May. It’s time for Sussex to have its say, and for a fresh start. Watch James, below

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

If you’re in Ashdown & Conquest division of Hastings, vote for Martin Griffiths tomorrow! #VoteLibDem #Hastings #Sussex

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

The government say there needs to be strong justification for delaying Sussec council elections again. I hope they will tell Sussex Tories that wanting to cling onto power isn’t that. It’s time for elections, it’s time for change in Sussex. Read their reply to my call for votes to go ahead 👇

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Great to be in Brighton today and listen to ideas for supporting businesses here. I want to draw Sussex together and make it a place to do business. Got a business based in Sussex? I'd love to hear how we could support you and grow our economy. Email me at: ben.dempsey@sussexlibdems.org.uk

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

We have to stand up for our British institutions like the BBC. There is a reason people like President Trump and Nigel Farage want to bring the BBC down. That would make it easier for them to spread their misinformation unchallenged.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Shocking to see this plastic pollution at Camber Sands caused by Southern Water. We need stronger enforcement to hold water companies to account for their ongoing pollution of our rivers and seas. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Southern Water sorry after pellets pollute Camber Sands beach

Millions of pellets, thought to have come from the Eastbourne treatment works, have been washed up at Camber Sands.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

Sussex is brilliant, and people here deserve a positive plan for what's next. We need a Mayor who gets our communities and will fight hard to make this amazing county even better. Great to listen and chat with residents in Maidenbower (Crawley), Broadbridge Heath, and Horsham this weekend.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

Today I’m remembering those who sacrificed themselves for us, those who continue to serve, and all those around the world who continue to be affected by war and conflict. We must always work for peace.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

After two more Lib Dem gains yesterday, it’s an increasingly clear picture… Lib Dems are holding the line against Reform while Conservatives and Labour collapse.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Great to join Jess Brown-Fuller MP in Chichester. She's delivering for West Sussex on fighting to stop sewage dumps, the local hospital, and the cost of living. With five Lib Dem MPs working hard in their communities, we have the positive momentum to stop Reform UK's divisive politics across Sussex

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Luke Tryl @luketryl.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

Still other way of looking at it is that Labour in Wales is being monstered by a similar pincer movement to what is crushing the Tories in the south east. In this case Plaid-Reform in latter Reform-Lib Dem.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Liberal Democrats stand for unity, not division.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Consultations are open for the Sussex Local Nature Recovery Strategies. As Mayor I’d put these strategies at the heart of decision-making, esp on planning. Have your say here. West Sussex: yourvoice.westsussex.gov.uk/lnrs-west East Sussex + Brighton & Hove: www.eastsussex.gov.uk/environment/...

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West Sussex LNRS - Help shape your Local Nature Recovery Strategy

A new strategy to help nature in West Sussex The first Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) for West Sussex has now been drafted. Informed by the views and expertise of more than 1,000 local people a...

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

I’ve lived in Sussex almost my whole life. The Sussex I know doesn’t want division, it wants someone who can bring us together. Join our campaign! www.facebook.com/share/v/1D9v...

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Sunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

"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.” - @eddavey.libdems.org.uk on Conservative proposals to strip people of indefinite leave to remain & deport them www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

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Tory MP criticised after demanding legally settled families be deported

Katie Lam said move would make UK ‘culturally coherent’ and that a large number of people ‘need to go home’

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

Lovely day in #Chichester today with @jessbrownfullermp.bsky.social and team. Heard from residents about transport, anti-social behaviour and the environment, and discussed how the #MayorofSussex can help improve the county.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

This is an interesting thread and is what we’re seeing in Sussex too, where increasingly it’s Lib Dem vs Reform. #Sussex #MayorofSussex

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

This is so important. We can deliver sustainable homes that people need, but the government has to stop seeing nature as the enemy. In Sussex I will work with nature, not against it.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Great to be out meeting people in Haywards Heath over the weekend, supporting our fantastic town council candidate, Caroline Ward. I listened to residents’ views on transport, the town centre and other issues.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

We need more homes in Sussex (of the right kind, esp social housing), but the Government’s attitude to nature is appalling. Some more coverage here: www.theargus.co.uk/news/2553864...

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Residents react after 21,000 new homes announced for Sussex

Residents have shared their reaction after a new water agreement has enabled thousands of new homes to be built in Sussex

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Lib Dems stand for giving everyone better access to nature and the outdoors. As Mayor of Sussex, I will put the environment at the heart of decision-making, benefiting all our health and well-being. #MayorofSussex @timfarron.bsky.social

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Sussex Wildlife Trust @sussexwildlife.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Watch our Director of Conservation, Henri Brocklebank, on BBC South East news at 6:30pm tonight, talking about why nature is not the barrier to growth.

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Lewes LibDems @leweslibdems.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Today’s the day. If you haven’t voted by post, get down to the polling station and vote LibDem, vote Sarah Hale for a better future for Newhaven.

Sarah Hale with a bunch of cheerful LibDems and LibDem posters.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

I am horrified by the attack on the mosque in Peacehaven last night. My thoughts are with those affected and the whole Muslim community, both here in Sussex and nationally. The vast majority of people reject political and religious violence, and want to build a peaceful future together.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

I want a prosperous, sustainable future for Sussex. As Mayor I will oppose any attempts by Reform to lift the ban on fracking, which would threaten our environment and worsen the climate crisis. www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/politic...

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Liberal Democrats in Sussex to oppose any plans to lift fracking ban

Liberal Democrats in Sussex say they will oppose any plans to lift the ban on fracking, which would threaten sites across the Sussex Weald.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

I’m shocked by the horrific attack in Manchester. Thinking of those involved and the whole Jewish community.

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

This makes me sad and angry. Refusing to tackle the greatest challenge of our time and invest in clean tech, shows the Conservatives are no longer a responsible party. As #MayorofSussex I would put protecting our environment at the heart of decision-making. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

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Kemi Badenoch vows to repeal Climate Change Act

Tory leader says she would replace it with ‘cheap energy’ strategy, ending decades-long consensus on climate

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

“For Davey, Britishness isn’t about who shouts loudest or waves the biggest flag. It’s about decency, care and community – the small moments of looking after one another.” This is the politics I want in Sussex - tolerant, kind and delivering for our communities. metro.co.uk/2025/09/24/e...

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Ed Davey's strategy of spreading joy could be Liberal Democrats' secret weapon

In a system addicted to anger, Ed Davey’s insistence on absurd joy feels alien

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🔶 Ben (Lib)Dempsey 🔶 @benedictdempsey.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

It was great to be out in Newhaven today, meeting people and listening to their concerns.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 23/09/2025

If you are fed up with the two old parties letting you down. If you are scared of the rise of racism and extremism. If you believe in decency, tolerance and the rule of law. Join us. Because we believe in the British people. We love our country. And together, we can change it for good.

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