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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 7h

On Wednesday, I was thrilled to attend the Hurstpierpoint and District Agricultural Association's annual dinner.

Thanks to Nick and his team for organising a lovely evening.

Farmers play a crucial role in our food supply and environmental care. We must continue to support them.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 2d

📰 In this week’s newsletter, I reflect on how our communities are feeling fragile following the tragic events of last week, and the power of looking away from social media to focus on what's good - and worth cherishing - in our communities.

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The normal and the good

There are two versions of today’s Monday Mail that I could write. The first is the ‘what I have been doing’ version. In it I would share the various events that I went to last week around Mid…

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 2d

Three big Lib Dem wins in this week's by-elections.

Last night in Mel Stride's Devon constituency, Liberal Democrats GAINED a seat from the Conservatives - the Conservatives dropped to just 10% of the vote.

And two great wins by our teams in Bath and Hampshire.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 6d

Local artist, Kate Harries, and I have chosen the winning entries in my first ever Christmas card competition. I now need your help! Check out my Facebook page tomorrow to vote for the overall winner whose picture will go on the front of my card.

Alison and Kate looking through Christmas card competition entries

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 7d

On a recent visit to Arlington Reservoir, South East Water told me that climate change and an ageing pipe network makes Sussex's tap water supply less resilient.

I questioned them about rising bills and the persistence of the hosepipe ban, and will keep pressing water companies for answers.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 7d

🚜I enjoyed the Hurstpierpoint Ploughing Match, exploring stalls and learning about the history of ploughing.

I also spoke with local farmers about the current challenges they are facing due to environmental pressures and government policy. It's crucial to support our farmers.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 7d

At Conference, I brought in a new hospices policy that would reverse Labour's punishing NICs rises and end the current palliative care postcode lottery

More must urgently be done so later this month I am bringing a debate to the Commons on children's hospices to get answers from the government

Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 7d

Hospice care is vital, but right now, it’s a postcode lottery.

@AlisonEBennett.bsky.social explains the Lib Dems’ new policy to guarantee fair funding and make sure hospices have what they need to give everyone the care they deserve.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 8d

🏃‍♀️ In Bournemouth last week, I did a conference Park Run special, organised in collaboration with Sky.

It was great to run along the seafront in the good weather, and get the chance to chat to those involved.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 8d

📰 In this week's Middy column, I reflect on the government's decision to introduce mandatory digital ID cards.

Have a read here: www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/politic...

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 10d

Such awful news today. My thoughts are with the victims, their families and the whole Jewish community.

Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 10d

Horrified and appalled by the attack outside Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.

My thoughts are with the victims, our brave emergency services and the entire Jewish community.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 10d

Last week, I had a lovely morning at Beech Hill in Haywards Heath, meeting residents Mark and Catherine, and dedicated staff like Agnieska and Anna.

Care workers are unsung heroes deserving more recognition and pay. I will keep fighting for better governmental support for them.

A group of six adults stand closely together outdoors in a garden, smiling at the camera. They are casually dressed, with greenery, a wooden fence, and a patio visible in the background. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 10d

The approval of a second runway at Gatwick by Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander will harm nearby communities, including Mid Sussex.

The government ignored our concerns, with financial, environmental, and health costs being too high.

Read more here: www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/politic...

Political opinion: Mid Sussex MP says Gatwick second runway plan "disastrous" for communities

Alison Bennett, Liberal Democrat Member of Parliament for Mid Sussex, has spoken out against the decision by Transport Secretary, Heidi Alexander, to expand Gatwick Airport. Alison says that a…

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 11d

Unlike Farage, we're proud of Britain.

Britain has problems that need fixing, but we must never forget our strengths, our people and our values.

They are what make this country special.🇬🇧

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 11d

Care workers deserve fair pay, but funding it through council tax hikes won’t solve the crisis.

The government must deliver a long term plan for social care.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 10d

I am honoured to be reappointed Lib Dem spokesperson for Care and Carers.

Carers, both paid and unpaid, are our society's unsung heroes and deserve better. I will continue to fight for them and advocate for a social care system that works for and supports those who need it.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 11d

In this week's Monday Mail, I talk about trains, planes, and automobiles (and digital ID cards too!)

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Trains, planes and ID cards?

Thoughts on ID cards, a visit to Hassocks for Railway 200, and the challenges to transport posed by Gatwick airport expansion in this week's Monday Mail

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 13d

📰 In last week's Middy column, I discussed St Peter and St James Hospice's 50th anniversary tea party, and the importance of protecting palliative care and ending the hospice postcode lottery.

Have a read here: www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/opinion...

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 14d

🏖️ In last week's Monday Mail, I wrote from Lib Dem Conference in sunny Bournemouth, covering hospice care, swimming with Surfers Against Sewage, as well as a recent debate on Special Educational Needs.

Take a look: tinyurl.com/alison-benne...

A group of swimmers on the beach holding a banner that reads #EndSewagePollution

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 15d

Today, Hassocks station is celebrating 200 years of the modern railway as part of Railway 200 railway200.co.uk

Pop down to the ticket office until 5:00pm today to see an exhibition about the station's history, a model railway and kids' activities.

A board up with information about the beginning of the railway in Hassocks

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 15d

Back our campaign and say no to Labour’s Digital ID plans www.libdems.org.uk/nodigitalid

No to Digital ID Cards!

Keir Starmer says everyone in the UK will be required to have mandatory digital ID. That’s not the kind of country we want to be. Back our petition to say no to digital ID cards.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 15d

Keir Starmer wants to force everyone to have a digital ID.

But the Liberal Democrats say that’s not the kind of country we should be. Instead, the government should focus on fixing real problems like the NHS and social care.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 15d

Great support in Haywards Heath, but real concern being voiced about Starmer's plans to bring in Digital ID

If you don't want to live in a country where people are forced to turn over their private data just to go about their daily lives, sign here www.midsussexlibdems.org.uk/nodigitalid

Alison with other Lib Dems out canvassing.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 17d

Enjoyed catching up with so many brilliant organisations and charities down in Bournemouth, finding out how their work can make people's lives in Mid Sussex better.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 18d

Great to join @carersuk @carerstrust and @centreforcare at each of their events at @LiberalDemocrat Party Conference in Bournemouth.

Carers provide a remarkable and often unsung service to our nation.

They and those they care for deserve a better and fairer system, let's make it happen.

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Alison Bennett @alisonebennett.bsky.social · 18d

The Transport Secretary, Heidi Alexander, has given Gatwick expansion the green light.

I am hugely disappointed in the decision, and think the damage will far outweigh any benefits.

So I spoke to the BBC's Charlotte Wright down in Bournemouth to explain why.

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