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Runnymede Liberal Democrats

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Campaigning for a better Runnymede. Promoted and published by M Smith on behalf of Runnymede Liberal Democrat candidates for West Surrey Council, all at 169 Almners Road, Lyne, Surrey KT16 0BL

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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
🎥 Three chances to see the People's Emergency Briefing (from @nebriefing.bsky.social) near you: Virginia Water (Fri 28 Aug), Englefield Green (Tue 22 Sept), St John's Eco Church, Egham (Mon 21 Sept). Rational, hopeful, and worth the evening. 🌱 #RunnymedeAndWeybridge
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Worried about climate change? The people’s emergency briefing helps explain the gravity of what we’re dealing with
The climate and nature crisis can feel overwhelming, but a short film doing the rounds locally manages something rare: it sets out the scale of the problem clearly and outlines just how the climate cr...
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Meet Chelsea Whyte, our great parliamentary Candidate for Runnymede & Weybridge
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
I was amazed but maybe not surprised that the 7AM #Radio4 news this morning had no mention that it's 10 years since the UK voted for #Brexit. It has contributed greatly to the divided Britain we have today & removed opportunities for so many. www.runnymedelibdems.org.uk/news/article...
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10 Years On: My EU Story
Chelsea Whyte reflects on the 10 years since the EU referendum.
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Sylvia Whyte 🔶 @libdemsylvia.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
It's 4 years since I brought a motion to Runnymede Council to ask for support for The Great Big Green Week. And it's happening again this week right across the country. Have a look and see how you can get involved. www.runnymedelibdems.org.uk/news/article...
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It’s Great Big Green Week!
Runnymede Lib Dems welcome the return of Great Big Green Week. This was an initiative spearheaded by Councillor Sylvia Whyte in 2022, and is an important annual celebration of community engagement in ...
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Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Can we just freeze this table now please?
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
I'm backing the Liberal Democrats' campaign for Fair Votes. Our current electoral system robs millions of voters of a voice. It is time for proportional representation - making seats won match votes cast. Add your name: www.libdems.org.uk/fairvotes
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Fair Votes Now
Support proportional representation so everyone's voice counts.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
In the last 10 years, world leader Denmark has gone from 47% of electricity generated from fossil fuels to 84% generated from renewables. That's impressive.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
While Runnymede's pubs, restaurants and cafés struggle, Lib Dems are fighting for real solutions. Our £12bn plan would cut hospitality VAT from 20% to 15%, saving local families £270 and protecting jobs across Egham, Addlestone and Chertsey. Fully-costed policies for real people.
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From Egham to Addlestone: How Lib Dems would support our High Streets
While families across Runnymede struggle to afford basic pleasures and treasured local pubs face closure, the Liberal Democrats are putting forward concrete solutions to help real people and businesse...
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 15/11/2025
Great news for our community! The Runnymede Council Alliance has secured £3.2 million for St Peter's Hospital, delivering life-saving upgrades to cardiac care and neonatal intensive care. Liberal Democrat values in action - investing in our NHS when families need it most. #LibDems #GettingThingsDone
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Runnymede Alliance champions Lib Dem commitment to NHS with £3.2 million hospital boost
The Runnymede Council Alliance has secured a major £3.2 million investment in vital healthcare services at St Peter's Hospital in Chertsey, bringing life-saving improvements to cardiac care and neonat...
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Police and Crime Commissioners will be scrapped in 2028 - a policy Liberal Democrats have championed for years. Runnymede Lib Dem councillors led locally, passing a motion in February 2024 calling for abolition. The £100m savings will fund 320 more police officers on our streets.
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Labour Adopts Lib Dem Policy: Police and Crime Commissioners to be Abolished
The Labour government has announced it will abolish Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) in England and Wales, bringing an end to what Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood called "a failed experiment" intr...
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
'It's about time that we held them to account!' 👏
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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 13/08/2025
We are a caring country, not a country of thuggery. A nation of laws and decency, not hate and lawlessness. And we must ensure that is who we remain. You can read the full text of my letter here: www.libdems.org.uk/news/fightin...
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Standing Together Against Racism and Hatred
Letter from Ed Davey to Together with Refugees and co-signatories
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Sylvia Whyte 🔶 @libdemsylvia.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
#SurreyCC are now taking bookings for you to dump your rubbish at Lyne tip (Chertsey) from next Monday 11th. I still can't see the logic as there are never queues so, if you agree that they should Bin the Booking, please sign our petition. www.runnymedelibdems.org.uk/bin-the-book...
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Bin the Booking
Sign our petition today!
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Sylvia Whyte 🔶 @libdemsylvia.bsky.social · 13/07/2025
We have been made aware of plans by Surrey County Council to introduce a booking system at Lyne & Camberley tip. We are very opposed to this and believe it will result in more fly-tipping. Please sign our petition to get Surrey to Bin The Booking system. www.runnymedelibdems.org.uk/bin-the-book...
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Bin the Booking
Sign our petition today!
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
🏛️ It's official: Runnymede Borough Council will cease to exist from 2027. The debate now is whether Surrey will have 2 or 3 new unitary councils. Our Lib Dem team is fighting to keep decision-making close to our communities. Find out more in our latest article. #LibDems #LocalDemocracy #Runnymede
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Runnymede Council supports 3 Unitaries for Surrey in reorganisation plans
The Government has prioritised a major shake-up of local government in Surrey that would see Runnymede Borough Council and Surrey County Council replaced by new "unitary authorities."
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
Lib Dems demand emergency legislation to seize £25bn of frozen Russian assets in UK to support Ukraine. Ed Davey: "Time is of the essence. Failure to act now would be unforgivable." #StandWithUkraine #LibDems #UKPolitics
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"Failure to act would be unforgivable" - Lib Dems push for Ukraine support
Lib Dems call for emergency legislation on Monday to seize Russian assets and support Ukraine
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
Victory! Lib Dem peers have secured an amendment to the Great British Energy Bill giving communities a voice in local energy projects. "This shows what can be achieved when we put communities first," says Don Whyte, Lib Dem Co-Leader of Runnymede Council. #LocalDemocracy #ClimateAction
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Energy companies must now collaborate with local communities on energy initiatives
The Liberal Democrats have secured an important victory for local communities in their fight for a greater voice in renewable energy projects.
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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 28/02/2025
We stand with Ukraine. 🇺🇦
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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 05/02/2025
The delay of so many local elections is a disgraceful stitch-up between Labour and the Conservatives. Where elections are still happening, the Liberal Democrats will campaign hard to build on last year’s historic election wins and give communities the strong voice they deserve.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
The decision to CANCEL the local elections, scheduled for this May in order for Surrey to be one of the first wave of Councils undergoing local government reform, is profoundly undemocratic. SIGN OUR PETITION to reverse this decision. www.runnymedelibdems.org.uk/let-surrey-v...
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Important news for Runnymede residents: The Government has approved Surrey Conservatives' request to cancel the 2025 County Council elections. As Co-Leader of Runnymede Council, I strongly oppose this attack on local democracy. Don Whyte Co-Leader, Runnymede Council
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Calum Miller @calummillerld.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Donald Trump’s proposal for Gaza is bizarre but also dangerous. It shows casual disregard for the rights and aspirations of Palestinians and threatens the basis for peace at this fragile moment. The UK cannot be silent - we must make clear that this proposal is damaging, wrong and would amount to a severe breach of international law. 

Now is the moment for the UK to immediately recognise Palestine as a state, to make clear our commitment to a two-state solution based on 1967 borders.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
🚨 Labour won't even look at Brexit's economic impact while businesses suffer 💼 We need real solutions, not silence 🇪🇺 Time to rebuild trust with our European partners 🤝 Let's get practical about trade & growth #Brexit #UKPolitics #EconomicGrowth #LibDems
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Starmer accused of having head in the sand over cost of Brexit
Exclusive: PM urged to undertake a radical rethink of Brexit to boost economic growth as it’s revealed government won’t calculate loss of the UK’s biggest market
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
✈️ Labour's shocking U-turn on Heathrow expansion threatens our local communities! The Lib Dems are standing firm - fighting to protect our environment and local quality of life. 🌳 #NoThirdRunway #Heathrow #Surrey #ClimateAction #LibDems
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Runnymede communities under threat from Labour's Heathrow plans
The Liberal Democrats have reaffirmed their opposition to Heathrow's third runway following Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves' surprising announcement supporting the expansion.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
🚨 Surrey's SEND system is failing our children! Our Lib Dem candidates Chelsea Whyte (Woodham and New Haw) and Karin Rowsell (Thorpe, Longcross and Ottershaw) are fighting for: ✅ Faster assessments ✅ Better support in schools Time for change in Surrey! #SurreyCC #SEND #LibDems #education
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Somerset MP calls for more funding to help children with additional needs
She called for a clearer and more "straightforward" path for parents to access the necessary support.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
The Tories really don't care about Special Educational Needs (SEND) as evidenced by the fact only one attended this debate in Parliament yesterday (and she was obliged to be there). #SEND #Education
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
Lib Dem MP @JamesMacCleary introduces bill to let 18-30 year olds live & work in EU again! 60% of voters back our plan for a Youth Mobility Scheme. Time to restore opportunities the Conservatives took away from young people. #LibDems #Europe
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Lib Dems Push to Restore Youth Opportunities with Europe
The Liberal Democrats are leading efforts to restore opportunities for young British people to live, work and study in Europe through a new parliamentary bill introduced this week.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
With Trump's return to office, we must strengthen EU ties to protect UK interests. @LibDems are calling for a new customs union by 2030 to boost trade, cut red tape & enhance security cooperation. Britain is stronger working with our European neighbours. #StrongerTogether
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Trump-proof Britain's Trade
Liberal Democrats want to turbocharge our economy by forming a Customs Union with the EU, tearing down the trade barriers and red tape holding us back.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
Lib Dem leader Ed Davey will today call for the UK to seek a new customs union with the EU, aiming to boost economic ties and ease trade barriers. He sees see this as essential for restoring stability and supporting businesses. What are your thoughts? 🌍🤝 #UKPolitics #Trade #CustomsUnion #Brexit
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UK needs to rejoin EU customs union, says Lib Dem leader Ed Davey
Sir Ed also called for Donald Trump to be given a state visit to the UK, but only if he delivered support for Ukraine.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 12/01/2025
First Action Day of 2025. It may have been minus temperature outside but the mood in our hearts was very positive as we campaign towards the Surrey County Council elections in May. #ChelseaWhyte #SurreyCountyCouncilElections #WoodhamAndNewHaw
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Chelsea Whyte @chelseawhyte.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
-4° but still great to be out on the doors in Woodham and New Haw this morning. Chilly weather but warm reception! Hoping the Conservatives in Surrey don't cancel the elections and rob us of our democratic right!
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
We ask that the government rejects #Surrey County Council’s undemocratic proposals, allowing Surrey’s residents to have their say on Surrey’s future in May 2025, as planned. chng.it/Sp9ts6mjqT
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Let Surrey residents VOTE in May 2025
Can you spare a minute to help this campaign?
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Fantastic campaign from the team in #Runnymede supporting #RonanMcCaughey for #Ottershaw, #Surrey. Great increase in vote share.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 07/12/2024
Great canvassing, great conversations but not-so-great weather today around Ottershaw Ward where our candidate is Ronan McCaughey. Thanks to @ellzsummary.bsky.social, @chelseawhyte.bsky.social, @libdemsylvia.bsky.social, @martingammon.bsky.social, Guy Russo and Ronan. #Ottershaw #ByElection #LibDems
Ellen Nicholson and Ronan McCaughey canvassing in Ottershaw Ward By-ElectionEllen Nicholson canvassing for Ronan McCaughey in Ottershaw Ward By-Election
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Have 10 minutes to discover more about Lib Dem Deputy Leader Daisy Cooper? During a tour of St Albans, she talks with Dan Walker from 5 News about herself, Ed Davey and her near-fatal experience with Crohn's Disease #crohnsdisease #politics #LiberalDemocrats
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Lib Dem deputy leader Daisy Cooper on Ed Davey's 'stunts' and her battle with Crohn's disease
YouTube video by 5 News
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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 03/12/2024
MPs have backed Sarah Olney’s bill on proportional representation. This is a historic moment in the campaign for a fairer voting system. 

Today, as we have done for a century, Liberal Democrats are leading the fight for fair votes and making sure that no one can be ignored in our democracy.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Team of nine out at the weekend for the Ottershaw by-election. Candidate Ronan McCaughey is making a real impression on the doorstep. #LibDems #ByElection #Ottershaw
Group of eight Lib Dem campaigners during the Ottershaw by-election
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
🏠 Great news! The Runnymede Council Alliance is investing £2.5m to make council homes warmer and cut energy bills. Solar panels and improved insulation will help residents save hundreds each year while tackling climate change. 🌞 Real action delivering real results for local people 💚
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Runnymede Council's £2.5 Million Energy Efficiency Drive
Runnymede Borough Council is pleased to announce the start of a £2.5 million energy efficiency initiative targeting over 160 council-owned homes.
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Chelsea Whyte @chelseawhyte.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
Even storm Bert won't keep us from campaigning for Runnymede #LibDems, Ronan McCaughey, in the Ottershaw by-election!
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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 25/11/2024
“One change was tackling the scandal of the Carers Allowance overpayment penalties. The government would not have acted if it wasn't for Ed Davey’s and the Lib Dems campaigning.” Daisy Cooper on how the Lib Dems remain the party of carers.
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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 24/11/2024
The Government must urgently start cross-party talks on social care before it is too late. We know the problems. It's time to get all parties round the table and agree the solutions.
Graphic of an elderly woman and a young boy embracing, overlaid with 'It's time for a cross-party approach to social care."
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 23/11/2024
Plot twist: Thurrock Council sets its legal crosshairs on a local authority association claiming its members are liable for "negligent" valuations on a disastrous investment that Thurrock itself made. JJ Jackson unpacks the legal battle and its potentially devastating impact on councils nationwide.
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Thurrock’s startling bid to recover money from failed investment
Luton and Hertfordshire councils are among 23 councils that face legal action brought by Thurrock
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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 23/11/2024
The government must exempt dentists from their tax increase, or risk huge cuts in NHS services and staff numbers.
A quote by Helen Morgan MP reading: NHS dentists and other health and care providers must be exempted from the Chancellor's tax increase. 

Without reversing the hike, the government's plan to rescue our health service is a plan in name only.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
Want to know more about our candidate in the #Ottershaw by-election? ✖️ Read more about 🔶Ronan McCaughey🔶 www.runnymedelibdems.org.uk/news/article...
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Meet Your Local Lib Dem Candidate for Ottershaw
Hello! I'm Ronan McCaughey, and like many of you, I fell in love with our wonderful Ottershaw community when I moved here 10 years ago.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
Want to know more about our candidate in the #Ottershaw by-election? ✖️ Read more about 🔶Ronan McCaughey🔶 www.runnymedelibdems.org.uk/news/article...
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Meet Your Local Lib Dem Candidate for Ottershaw
Hello! I'm Ronan McCaughey, and like many of you, I fell in love with our wonderful Ottershaw community when I moved here 10 years ago.
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
TWO days earlier this year. That's not good. #EqualPayDay
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Joshua Reynolds MP @joshuareynoldssl6.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Great to join the @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social at their AGM last night
Joshua Reynolds MP stood with Lib Dem members from the Runnymede Local Party
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Runnymede Liberal Democrats @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Thank you @joshuareynoldssl6.bsky.social for such an inspirational talk at the #Runnymede LibDem AGM last night in #Chertsey
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Martin Gammon @martingammon.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Sadly the Lib Dem Lords reform amendment was defeated recently. The unelected chamber remains just that - unelected. We'll keep pushing for a proper democratic mandate. I wrote about this recently for @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social #UKPolitics #Democracy
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Time for root and branch House of Lords reform
This week’s vote on the Bill to remove the remaining 92 hereditary peers from the House of Lords is a step in the right direction. But we need to go further.
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Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
We need a real plan for social care
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We need a real plan for social care
Ed Davey speaks to Laura K about the need to go further on cross-party discussions to get a real settlement for the social care crisis.
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