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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 9h

Previously, only a few residents have been in touch about fines incorrectly issued at Stepping Hill. This article suggests it may be a wider issue. If you need support, or have experienced similar issues, let us know. We're can work with Stepping Hill to help resolve any issues. buff.ly/63C0LZG

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'It's farcical. They are just fining people for the sake of it'

Drivers using the car park to visit loved ones at Stepping Hill Hospital have hit out after receiving 'farcical' fines

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

One of our brilliant young campaigners, Heather, spoke at the Lib Dem Conference this weekend about the results of pollution in the River Goyt on her family and friends. We must change the way the water industry is run in this country. Sign up at buff.ly/Bc0iSNE if you agree.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Constituency news The Fight of our Lives Full story: buff.ly/DvY4Nl4

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

This summer, in response to local wildfires, the current rules on support meant that GM was forced to bid against Wales to get air support. That system is wrong. My colleague Mark Roberts spoke on the impact this has on Stockport residents, as the Lib Dems' announced new policy to change this.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I told BBC Politics NW this week that Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) has been a mess. We need to have more power shared out from Westminster. Instead, we're seeing planning powers being taken away in a patchwork mess of devolution that won't work for everyone. It's not good enough.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

When I was a councillor, I drove forward improvements to enable proper challenge to the Mayor's decisions. With the Government rolling out more mayoralities, we need to make sure they aren't being given the keys to the car without someone checking they are driving safely.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I was at Conference with the excellent Mark Roberts, and one of the issue we were tackling was the way the UK tackles wildfires. Climate change is putting is at ever more threat, and we should not be being forced to bid against other areas for emergency support. Let's fix our wildfire response.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I was on BBC Politics NW this weekend, talking about the Government's terrible handing of local government elections. Our country is the most centralized in the world, and too much power sits at Westminster. That has to change. Local communities have so much to offer. We need to empower them.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I spoke to Calum MacDonald on Times Radio about how we're setting out an economic vision for the country.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Lib Dem Conference is vital, and different. It's the only party conference which is about setting policy, letting every member have the opportunity to set the goals for our party, and to set a vision for our country.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I have written to the home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, urging her to create a “Westminster Crime Unit” within the National Crime Agency, to investigate political finance. The legislation in the Representation of the People Bill does not go far enough. We need a fair playing field. buff.ly/dNK1h35

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I spent time talking to some of the exhibitors in tha conference hall yesterday, particularly ones where residents have reached out to me and asked me to speak to them. It's a privilege to represent the people in the constituency, and that means learning and listening to the things that concern you.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I led the debate in the conference hall on candidate safety. I want everyone who wants to go into public service to have the confidence that they will face fair challenge, but not unfair abuse. That’s how we get the best people making the best decisions for our country.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I’m on top of the world, ma! On the roof of the Conference centre at Brighton for the morning press. It feels very high up.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Matthew Wright on LBC asked me about coalitions – whether that's the Conservatives and Reform or other parties. It's vital that politicians are grown up about working together on key issues. That's why we'll work constructively and push for the priorities that we feel will help our country the most.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

I spoke to Matthew Wright on LBC this morning. Clearly, £72 million could be a way for Nigel Farage to get to Number 10, but so could Kemi Badenoch opening the door for him. It's our job to stop that coalition creating a Government that would terrify so many people.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

We want to empower our communities to fix problems in our healthcare system, in education. It's a positive vision of how we can build the United Kingdom. That is how we can offer an alternative to Reform and the Conservatives teaming up to put Nigel Farage in power. #LisaSmart

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

It’s vital that we defend our democracy from the threats of huge wealth influencing our democracy, ensuring transparency about where money is being spent, and having a dedicated crime unit to root out corruption and criminal behaviour in our politics. Fix our politics, to fix our country.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Constituency news Liberal Democrats Mean Business Full story: buff.ly/JiHDaFQ

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

I talked to BBC Breakfast this morning about what the Lib Dems are going to be doing to fix the UK's politics, so that we can really deliver for local communities and local people. #LisaSmartMP #HazelGrove #Westminster #Parliament

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

We are taking the fight to the Conservatives and Reform. Farage has two routes to No.10: Crypto billionaires buying his way in or Kemi Badenoch handing him the keys. We’re determined to stop him. @lisasmartmp.bsky.social

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

We’ve commandeered the podcast booth at the Lib Dem Conference to speak to BBC Politics for Sunday’s Politics North West. Talking about being back at Parliament, local government reorganisation, why Andy Burnham isn’t reaching rural areas … and subtle branding! buff.ly/zOXVvu6

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

“This House expresses alarm at the exposure of UK democracy to the undue influence of an ultra-wealthy minority …” I have put down an Early Day Motion to raise further the justified concerns that mega donations are undermining the integrity of our democracy. buff.ly/ancVs3l

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I've been pushing for stronger rules on political funding throughout my time in Westminster. Reform are proving why it is so important. buff.ly/krgNg84

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Constituency news £200 million announcement leaves Stepping Hill with unclear share and questions over new money Full story: buff.ly/cXE2TBC

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The Government is not doing enough to make sure people are aware of changes to the Highway Code – as they acknowledge – and I'm pushing them to do more on this, and all aspects of road safety. buff.ly/DYkCRu8

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

It is vital that the Government properly addresses the backlog of repairs (£138 million) that is needed at Stepping Hill. The new pathology building that has been in the works is very welcome – but far more is needed buff.ly/WUJF6wb

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Stepping Hill to receive share of £200m in government funding - but more money needed for repairs, MPs say

Stepping Hill Hospital will receive funding for its new pathology building, but local Lib Dem MPs have warned more is needed to cover the repairs backlog

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

The North West doesn't have enough Local Access Forums – which lets the public get involved in making improvements to public access for outdoor recreation and sustainable travel. DEFRA should be doing more to promote these. buff.ly/VoW9ii9

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Drivers with disabilities who can demonstrate that the mileage limits are too low for essential healthcare, education or employment journeys may be eligible for additional mileage support, although that “may” is doing a lot of heavy lifting. buff.ly/U0uskPQ

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

The best way to stop those who seek to exert undue influence on our democracy through big money is to put a cap on overseas donations. #LisaSmartMP #HazelGrove #Westminster #Parliament #democracy

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

I challenged the Government to do more on lobbying rules. When MPs are being paid more than their salary by a social media platform that incentivises divisive content, something has to change. #LisaSmartMP #HazelGrove #Westminster #Parliament #Democracy

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Some really helpful information on alcohol treatment services signposting mutual aid organisations supporting families in the answer to this written question. You can find out more about Al-Anon Family groups here: buff.ly/jDp2D1t Full answer: buff.ly/e93Z5Vv

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The Liberal Democrat's Cabinet Office spokeswoman Lisa Smart said: "Every Reform MP urgently needs to state whether they or their campaigns have benefited from any foreign money." Full story: buff.ly/CSWomTP

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Lib Dem Cabinet Office spokesperson Lisa Smart said: “We welcome the Met Police’s criminal inquiry into Reform’s finances, and if proven, Nigel Farage and his cronies should face the full force of the law … buff.ly/ri6YSWS

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

After issues have been raised with me by local residents, I have been pushing the Foreign Office to make it easier for UK residents to report crimes committed against them overseas. #LisaSmartMP #HazelGrove #Westminster #Parliament buff.ly/88fT4ph

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Constituency news Smart keeps up pressure to fill gaps in dental care Full story: buff.ly/8yXDMjM

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Thank you to Ruby's Law who I met with to discuss how abusers can cause harm to family pets, use pets to coerce and control their human victims, and prevent victims from leaving abusive environments; and how they are aiming to change the law to tackle this. #LisaSmartMP #HazelGrove #Westminster

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Constituency news The Global Fight for Liberal Values Full story: buff.ly/uOK6ohj

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

We were debating the issue of how trusted media is promoted in the UK, and in particular I wanted to discuss how young people consume their media, particularly when we are looking to bring the voting age down to 16 before the next general election. Full debate: buff.ly/QSuHv1a

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Any new money for Stepping Hill is a positive thing, and I welcome a new pathology building. The Gov't keeps ducking the £138 million repair backlog. We need a clear coherent plan towards a new, additional hospital site, to deal with the failing buildings that are older than the NHS itself.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Yesterday's debate on online safety was incredibly important, This is an issue which demands action to protect children. I asked what the Government was doing to tackle the difficult issue of children who are perpetrators of abuse, not just victims. #LisaSmartMP Full debate: buff.ly/JhWgmyo

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Thanks to Channel 4‘s investigation we all saw with our own eyes Farage‘s true colours. The stench of corruption around Reform’s inner circle is repellent. We welcome the Police’s criminal inquiry into their finances and, if proven, Farage and his cronies should face the full force of the law.

We welcome the Met Police's criminal inquiry into their finances, and if proven, Nigel Farage and his cronies should face the full force of the law.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

With Parliament back in session, we can get on with putting pressure on ministers to deal with specific tailored issues, such as this one on neurological conditions: buff.ly/8jx6AFD I've used this route to bring up hundreds of individual cases with Ministers, and will keep putting pressure on.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Constituency news Stockport Liberal Democrats message to Andy Burnham: Back brownfield-first Full story: buff.ly/y3ibrMW

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

You can back the campaign to make everyone's vote count, at buff.ly/p3wDJiA

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 03/09/2026

This is serious. If Reform blatantly, intentionally and knowingly broke election law, they should be held fully accountable. Liberal Democrats have asked the Police and the Electoral Commission to investigate.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Is it too much for the public to know who funds British politics? The Lib Dems know voters deserve better and it's time to say enough is enough.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The Lib Dems stand against dodgy politics - it's not right that MPs can stand down to avoid scrutiny and then waste taxpayers' money to walk right back in. We need accountability and we need it now.

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Lisa Smart MP @lisasmartmp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

We need an electoral system that works for people. That's why I put pressure on the new Prime Minister to push for electoral reform as soon as I had the opportunity. I wish I could say I got a positive answer – you can read his response here if you want to: buff.ly/Mji0kC6

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