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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 5h

📣 Calling local business owners! Next week I am holding two Round Tables ahead of the Autumn Budget: ➡️ October 6th in Wimborne at 2.30pm ➡️ October 7th in Wareham at 10am Register your interest by clicking 👇 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... Or email 👉 vikki.slade.mp@parliament.uk

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Indeed - we have fought for this for years now, every lever pulled has inched us forward and it is within touching distance. Let’s get this over the line

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

On National Poetry Day, I’m celebrating Dorset’s own Thomas Hardy, whose poetry and novels were inspired by the landscapes of our county. One of my favourites is Weathers, where Hardy contrasts the fresh optimism of spring with the soft, rain-soaked transition into winter.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

If true this is fantastic news - there are few people more equipped for this role

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Such a dignified woman who will not be forgotten We will continue to champion the right to choose in her name and in that of others who have campaigned so hard for this Separately, I remember her incredible work for Childline which will have supported and potentially saved so many young lives

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

So proud to be reselected as LD candidate, the hard work continues! Love this part -"Vikki has handled more than 15,000 cases from residents, and asked more than three times as many written parliamentary questions as her predecessor (who was MP for 9 years) in just 26 months." tinyurl.com/3spvz6tm

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Vikki Slade reselected as Mid Dorset and North Poole Liberal Democrat candidate

Vikki Slade MP has been resoundingly reselected for the Liberal Democrats in Mid Dorset and North Poole at the next general election.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Loved having a chat in the podcast studio🎙️ We covered everything from standing to be MP four different times, to what challenges young people are facing up and down the country. I also spoke about the surprise phone call I once received from former Liberal Democrat Leader, Paddy Ashdown.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

It’s a huge privilege to have been reselected as the Liberal Democrat candidate for Mid Dorset and North Poole! Cost of living, equality and pride in our community are my absolute priorities and I look forward to continuing to fight for Dorset.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

From completing my summer tour to visiting a rare local chalk stream in need of protection, here's a round up of what I got up to last week!

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

I was thrilled to then go down to the other end of this precious chalk stream to see the juvenile Atlantic Salmon that have spawned!! And watch a heron stalking the shallows

Vikki with James and a colleague from RSPB at Walford Mill watching the salmon

Vikki viewing them through the telescope

The heron approaching from under the bridge

The grey heron among the plants at the side of the river

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Is there a better way to spend a morning than nature spotting at a chalk stream? Our local River Allen is a rare sanctuary for all sorts of unique species, and more must be done to protect it - I'm so grateful to Mary and James for sharing their wealth of natural knowledge with me.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

A wonderful evening at @nationaltrust.org.uk Kingston Lacy for the Wimborne Community Play - immersive theatre in the grounds, storytelling of the people through time. Wonderful. A few tickets remain for tomorrow - recommended ⬇️⬇️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/belonging-...

Characters from the Wimborne community play including William John Bankes in foreground at sunset

Characters from the medieval scene lot but lights in the trees at dusk

Musical interlude under the trees. Ow in the dark

Promenade towards Kingston lacy house for the finale

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Wareham should not be without a Post Office. Following the sudden closure of the branch on 8th September, I've met with Post Office representatives to demand answers and push for a solution. I've requested an Access to Cash Review and will continue to press for urgent action.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

A round up of what I got up to last week 👇️

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The crisis in NHS dentistry continues to affect families across Dorset. It's incredibly difficult to find somewhere accepting new NHS patients, many people are missing vital check-ups, and others are forced to travel significant distances for care.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Please support the efforts of Ali and Judy, who are concerned about the quality of roads and paths between Merley and Wimborne and have created a survey to find out more from local residents. Please only complete this questionnaire if you have used the route described. tinyurl.com/4kcpch6k

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Travelling between Merley and Wimborne Survey (for both children and adults)

This route is used by approximately 13,000 vehicles every day, as well as by people walking, cycling, using public transport, and travelling with mobility aids. As local residents who also use this…

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Communities like Wimborne, Merley, Bearwood and Purbeck have seen huge growth, but the infrastructure hasn't kept pace. No new roads. No new water treatment plants. No new GP services. Housing targets must be based on local need, with infrastructure delivered first.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

⭐⭐⭐ Come and meet Josh Babarinde MP! ⭐⭐⭐ Join me and Josh, the party's president, at my annual dinner on 16th October at Bulbury Woods Golf Course. Three course meal and wine included. Get your ticket here 👇 events.libdems.org.uk/events/97017...

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I am so glad to have seen this new Government recognise the State of Palestine and take action to support Palestine. Now it's time for them to reconsider the proscription of the group associated with the very same words.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Government have not committed to funding Youth Parliament beyond this year. Losing it would be a huge mistake, damaging youth voice and participation at a time when we should be empowering the next generation to engage in democracy.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🔥Fundraising Firefighters!🔥 Please join me in supporting the Grand Fire Ride, as Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service staff take on an incredible 760km journey to raise money for two fantastic charities.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Great to be at Lib Dem Conference catching up with campaigners from across the UK, sharing ideas, and discussing how we can create positive change together. So much enthusiasm here to drive us forward!

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

What a great start to the Lib Dem conference in Brighton ☀️ Yesterday I joined a panel to discuss Fair Futures for Young Carers hosted by the Carers Trust. If you haven't yet signed my petition to Appoint a Young Carers Champion in every school, there is still time 👉 www.change.org/p/appoint-a-...

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Thank you for the warm reception Wareham Men's Shed - a productive community group where men socialise and team up in the workshop to make wooden items to benefit the community. They're on a quest to raise funds for a new community workshop in the grounds of Swanage and Wareham RFC.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Today my son joined the graduate cohort As a parent I never knew their interest started racking up yrs before they were allowed to repay. The constant terms changing would not be allowed in any other financial product Like them, I was sold “just like a mobile phone contract” - so far from truth

Picture of back of student in the collonade at Chichester university during graduation

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

This week, when I haven’t been in Parliament, I’ve been out holding drop-in sessions and chatting with residents face-to-face. We've covered everything from access to dentistry, to student loans, to overgrown hedges, and I've come away with plenty of ideas to take forward in my work as your MP.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

This is beyond disgusting & leads somewhere very dark indeed. Are they going to stop firefighters rescuing people from a burning building? Paramedics from saving the life of someone bleeding to death? Reform and the right wing are dangerous. Emergency services don’t discriminate

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Graduates are being ripped off. The student loan system is unfair and unsustainable. I'm proud to sponsor this Bill led by my colleague @tomgordonld.bsky.social that will require the government to review how student loans are repaid in England.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The decision on the Canford Incinerator is due any day now. Though it does not address any local need and is not in the public interest, I am concerned that it may be given approval. Earlier this month I wrote to the Secretary of State to request that if this was the case...

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

The weather is starting to cool, and we will all need to use more power over the winter. The Government must do more to lower energy bills, starting with a full decoupling of electricity bills from the wholesale price of gas.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

It was such a joy to host @dannychambers.bsky.social this weekend as we held two different animal welfare events here in Dorset. Our public Q&A was particularly brilliant with 40+ of you who came to join us in a discussion that ranged from ending animal testing, to dog breeding, to climate change.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Parliament is back, and it's been a busy start. I've hit the ground running, championing the RNLI, speaking up on the issues that matter most and holding the Government to account. Here's a snapshot of what I've been up to over the past couple of weeks 👇

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

💈 Today is the first reading of my Presentation Bill seeking mandatory registration for all hairdressers and barbershops in England. The Bill has genuine cross-party support and was developed on the back of an excellent Parliamentary event, co-hosted by local barber Mike Taylor...

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The abuse that RNLI staff and volunteers have endured is absolutely shameful. Over the last week I have spoken out about this on national news, radio and twice in Parliament, to advocate for the brilliant people involved in this remarkable charity.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

In Dorset we have lost 44 dentists in the last 5 years despite increasing need. With funding failing to reach frontline dental services urgent action is needed to ensure that money allocated for dentistry is spent only on dentistry. Petition link in comments below 👇

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

It was lovely to chat with some of the Margaret Green Animal Rescue team to discuss animal welfare and rehoming animals in need. Their charity shop aspire to become even more community-focused, including hosting pop-up sessions to support and educate people about responsible pet ownership

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

I've just recorded a piece with the BBC for the lunchtime news about the targeted abuse towards our RNLI volunteers and staff. Those who cause disruption should be held to account. No one should have to make that horrendous crossing; we need a safe, secure and consistent asylum system.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Twice this week I have spoken in Parliament to raise my concerns about the targeted attacks, both in person and online, on the brave RNLI volunteers. The volunteers rescue those at sea without fear or favour. Shockingly no arrests were made despite serious intimidation and criminal damage.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

our own former leader described us as “cockroaches” based on our ability to survive despite failure of media to reflect the reality of our success When a party with a fraction of our MPs get much more coverage-when their leader can’t even be bothered to turn up in Parliament we face an uphill battle

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

So many young carers go unnoticed or unsupported at school. Young carers are more than twice as likely to be suspended, and they are 40% less likely to complete further education than their peers. Not because those children don’t want to learn...

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

The attacks on social media on these incredible volunteers is despicable … let’s hope we can show our thanks by boosting their donations

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

The scale of dentists handing back their NHS contracts and going private is higher than ever before. The current NHS contract leaves practices making a loss when treating more complex patients, and has driven an exodus of dentists to the private sector. The numbers just don't add up any more.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Mental health services deserve modern facilities that put patients first. It was a real privilege to visit St Ann’s in Sandbanks, including the new purpose-built facilities at Chaddesley House and Seastone, and to see first-hand how investment is helping to transform mental health care in Dorset.

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

And don’t forget … 4) watches on whilst his members physically assault women at his conference 5) describes legitimate concerns about his finances as “boring” 6) sells merch “made in china” whilst condemning goods from china

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Shocking to see. Those who attacked her in the crowd & the security who dragged her out - it looked horrific & being on camera should provide efficient evidence

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Vikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

I'm so proud to be working with MYTIME Young Carers on our campaign to appoint a Young Carers Champion in every school in England. Somewhere in a school near you, there is a child doing something remarkable.

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