Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 1hThe geography of Liberal Democrat potential (LDN#214)markpack.org.ukThe geography of Liberal Democrat potential (LDN#214)Lib Dem Newswire #214 takes a look at the geography of Lib Dem support, includes advice on how to react to stories about hung Parliaments... 041
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 6hCould it be you? New vacancy listed on Lib Dem website: Campaign Organiser and Constituency Support Officer (Woking)buff.lyCampaign Organiser and Constituency Support Officer (Woking)Woking Liberal Democrats and Will Forster MP are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and self-motivated person for a full-time role combining campaign organisation with constituency support. 000
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 12hCould it be you? New vacancy listed on Lib Dem website: Campaigns Manager (Wales)buff.lyCampaigns Manager (Wales)Following recent elections in which the Liberal Democrats have begun rebuilding in Wales, we’re looking for a driven and strategic Campaigns Manager to turn these green shoots into sustained electoral... 021
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 14hCould it be you? New vacancy listed on Lib Dem website: Assistant Returning Officerbuff.lyAssistant Returning OfficerLocal Parties across the country need to choose their candidate now, not at the last minute and every selection needs a Returning Officer to make that happen. Without you, a Local Party simply can't get... 032
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Russia's spy agency opens criminal case against Lib Dem councillorbuff.ly 1103
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026After all Labour's previous dalliances with PR for the Commons, let's hope they see this through - first past the post cannot cope with the modern state of politics. 66620
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026It's notable how similar the seat tallies are in the latest MRP polls, and although there's quite a variation on the right, the Conservative plus Reform total is also similar across them all. More analysis here: theweekinpolls.substack.com/p/the-same-b... 010
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 27/09/2026There's bad news for one of the blocs in modern British politics when you look at the combined picture across the five (five!) MRPs recently released: buff.ly/6joHaYsbuff.lyThe same but also different: the picture from five MRPsFive MRPs have recently been published. What do they tell us, where do they agree and where do they disagree? 240
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 27/09/2026How Home Secretaries change immigration rules without telling Parliamentbuff.lyHow Home Secretaries change immigration rules without telling ParliamentThe Home Secretary has the power to alter rules over who is allowed into the country, and does this without even telling Parliament. 023
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026Christine Jardine will not be re-standing for Parliamentbuff.lyChristine Jardine will not be re-standing for ParliamentEdinburgh West Member of Parliament Christine Jardine is not going to be standing at the next Westminster general election. 371
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026Lib Dems most liked by political rivals, study findsbuff.lyLib Dems most liked by political rivals, study findsThe Lib Dems are the party most liked by their political rivals, according to research by the Policy Institute at King’s College London, 272
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026The Lives of Others: a powerful film about art and the Stasibuff.lyThe Lives of Others: a powerful film about art and the StasiMark and Cory discuss The Lives of Others, a modern classic about Stasi surveillance in 1980s East Germany. 010
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026I now have this lovely picture of people applying football tactics to their Scrabble playing. Looking forward to tips on how best to play the long letter. 240
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Lib Dems just miss out on another council by-election gain.buff.lyLib Dems just miss out on another council by-election gain.Following the Lib Dem council by-election gain on Wednesday, there was very nearly another Lib Dem gain on Thursday. 050
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Could it be you? New vacancy listed on Lib Dem website: Campaigns Officer (Hertfordshire)buff.lyCampaigns Officer (Hertfordshire)Do you want to make the world around you a better place to live? Do you want to see your values making a real difference in peoples’ lives? 000
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Nothing quite so reassuring as a sign telling you there is no risk of things falling on your head. 030
Reposted by Mark PackMark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026How Home Secretaries change immigration rules without telling Parliament buff.ly/XbRqCRjbuff.lyHow Home Secretaries change immigration rules without telling ParliamentThe Home Secretary has the power to alter rules over who is allowed into the country, and can exercise this power without even telling Parliament. 062
Reposted by Mark PackBen Williams @bpwilliams72.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Good stuff here from Mark. There is only a very narrow window in which substantive action can be taken and it's narrowing quickly. 154
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026How to fix the problem of money in our politics buff.ly/whrljadbuff.lyHow to fix the problem of money in our politicsWelcome to my latest update on work in the House of Lords. 073
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Hastings and Eastbourne MPs condemn abuse of RNLI volunteersbuff.lySussex MPs condemn 'disgusting' abuse of lifeboat volunteersHelena Dollimore, Labour and Co-operative MP for Hastings, and Josh Babarinde, Liberal Democrat MP for Eastbourne, issued the joint statement. 0186
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026How Home Secretaries change immigration rules without telling Parliament buff.ly/XbRqCRjbuff.lyHow Home Secretaries change immigration rules without telling ParliamentThe Home Secretary has the power to alter rules over who is allowed into the country, and can exercise this power without even telling Parliament. 062
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026From idealists to struggling sceptics: how Labour’s majority depends on five progressive voter types – in chartsbuff.lyFrom idealists to struggling sceptics: how Labour’s majority depends on five progressive voter types – in chartsAnalysis reveals five distinct groups with sharply contrasting priorities – and who has drifted the most from Labour towards Greens and Reform 042
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026After the expose of the Telegraph's role in mis-describing a JL Partners poll connected to Reform, welcome to see what may be the start of a new editorial policy on polling transparency in today's piece about another poll: www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/09... 3667
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026The Lives of Others: a powerful film about art and the Stasi buff.ly/1bvVXZcbuff.lyThe Lives of OthersMark and Cory discuss The Lives of Others, a modern classic about Stasi surveillance in 1980s East Germany. 140
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Extreme populism turns out to be ... not so popular. 2299
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026It is striking how vulnerable both Reform and the Conservatives are to any combination of slipping support and tactical voting: look in how very few seats this poll puts them 10%+ ahead in. (And note the very solid base for the Lib Dems from which to move forward.) 1155
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Lib Dems come from third to win by-election in Katie Lam’s constituencybuff.lyLib Dems come from third to win by-election in Katie Lam's constituencyWe had a rare Wednesday council by-election this week, in the constituency of high-profile Conservative MP Katie Lam. … Read the full post » 1328
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Second Lichfield councillor becomes independent member after being suspended by Reform UK: buff.ly/r49EIRb Yet more updates required to my list: buff.ly/n6U55tKbuff.lySecond Lichfield councillor becomes independent member after being suspended by Reform UKCllr Matthew Wallens had represented party at Staffordshire County Council. 171
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026The Hecklers: a great documentary about the 1966 electionbuff.lyThe Hecklers: a great documentary about the 1966 electionOscar-winning American director Joseph Strick made his mark on British politics with a film for the BBC on the 1966 election, The Hecklers. 063
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Big thanks to everyone involved in organising another Liberal Democrat conference, especially @nickdacosta.bsky.social who each day at conference fixes 47 problems behind the scenes so that we can all enjoy the event safely and securely. Thank you Nick, conference office team and everyone else! 0173
Reposted by Mark PackLib Dem Peers @libdempeers.bsky.social · 23/09/2026The fight of our lives, and Lib Dem peers are ready for it. Ed Davey called for a global treaty to pause super-intelligent AI and safe maternity care for every mother. Peers have been raising both in the Lords and will push to deliver them. 21310
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026🎧 Sneak peak: there's a new party podcast on the way, and it was soft launched over conference with short pieces about the event. Take a listen and subscribe here - open.spotify.com/show/4YSbP7k...open.spotify.comConference ConversationsPodcast · Liberal Democrats · Conversations from the Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference in Brighton. 110
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026We are in the fight of our lives: Ed Daveybuff.lyWe are in the fight of our lives: Ed Davey"If there was any doubt before, there can’t be now. We are in the fight of our lives. And it is a fight we must win" - Ed Davey 163
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Halt super-intelligent AI with non-proliferation treaty, Ed Davey to saybuff.lyHalt super-intelligent AI with non-proliferation treaty, Ed Davey to sayAt Lib Dems’ conference in Brighton, leader will accuse Andy Burnham of relying on Donald Trump and ‘tech bros’ to solve problem 1111
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Lib Dems propose big tech levy to fund £250m online crime agencybuff.lyLib Dems propose big tech levy to fund £250m online crime agencyProposal one of many at conference responding to concern voters unaware of party’s policies or what it stands for 0188
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Feeling ‘forced out’ by Badenoch? Lib Dems conference welcomes young Tory defectorsbuff.lyFeeling ‘forced out’ by Badenoch? Lib Dems conference welcomes young Tory defectorsSelf-described moderates say Ed Davey’s party offers them a home as Conservatives shift further right 073
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Why politicians should pay more attention to the polls (reprise) buff.ly/TlmbooSbuff.lyWhy politicians should pay more attention to the polls (reprise)Here's the evidence which shows us why politicians should spend more time reading the polls. 020
Reposted by Mark PackAngry People in Local Newspapers @apiln.bsky.social · 21/09/2026"I have become increasingly convinced that we are heading for a disastrous confrontation and that the 21st century will be remembered for a terrible war between mankind and goats" 2217351
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Ed Davey condemns 'groups of thugs in black shirts' for intimidating RNLI volunteersbuff.ly 0154
Reposted by Mark PackLiberal Jimocrat @liberaljimocrat.bsky.social · 21/09/2026If @markpackuk.bsky.social gives any more plugs for More or Less at this fringe, @timharford.ft.com will be able to open an electrical supply shop 051
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Daisy Cooper Keynote Speech | Autumn Conference 2026buff.lyDaisy Cooper Keynote Speech | Autumn Conference 2026Daisy Cooper, Liberal Democrat Treasury Spokesperson, makes her Key... 043
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Conference Conversations - a new Lib Dem podcastbuff.lyConference ConversationsPodcast · Liberal Democrats · Conversations from the Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference in Brighton. 021
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 20/09/2026‘Flip the table and rise up’: Lib Dems’ president in combative mood as party gathers in Brightonbuff.ly‘Flip the table and rise up’: Lib Dems’ president in combative mood as party gathers in BrightonJosh Babarinde wants to target big tech and crypto billionaires while giving power and cash back to the public 0124
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Ed Davey takes aim at Reform and Elon Musk as Lib Dem conference beginsbuff.lyEd Davey takes aim at Reform and Elon Musk as Lib Dem conference beginsLeader says party ‘won’t give up the fight’ to defeat ‘nasty populism’ in first-day speech to delegates in Brighton 0111
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 20/09/2026This isn't just about "non-election" periods. Currently there's no national limit in place for most local elections (the ones that aren't close to a general election) - which means posted mailshots from party leaders don't count against any limit and can swamp the capped stuff. 0147
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Notable how little the Green leaflet mentions green issues. Even the point where in the text it gets to briefly mentioning the environment, it them immediately pivots away to a different topic. 3156
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Brexit backers want stronger UK defence ties with Europe, new polling showsbuff.lyBrexit backers want stronger UK defence ties with EuropeNew polling by Savanta reveals that half of UK voters and four in ten Brexit supporters want to prioritise stronger defence ties with European allies over the United States. 073
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Lib Dems have ‘moral responsibility’ to block Reform, says Ed Davey as party gears up for snap electionbuff.lyLib Dems have ‘moral responsibility’ to block Reform, says Ed Davey as party gears up for snap electionExclusive: Lib Dem leader bullish ahead of party conference despite static poll ratings and MPs’ frustrations 1193
Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 19/09/2026Four in 10 Brexit backers want UK to strengthen defence ties with Europe, new poll showsbuff.lyFour in 10 Brexit backers want UK to strengthen defence ties with EuropeExclusive: Impact of Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump on global security means Andy Burnham’s Brexit ‘red lines’ are putting the UK at risk, Lib Dems say on the first day of their annual conference... 183
Reposted by Mark PackLib Dem Peers @libdempeers.bsky.social · 19/09/2026"Marriage equality was a Lib Dem achievement, we should never forget that." At conference, Lynne Featherstone, Lib Dem peer, joined Wendy Chamberlain MP and Jo Swinson to discuss equality. @lynnefeatherstone.bsky.social @wendychambld.bsky.social @joswinson.bsky.social 0227