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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 1d

Yesterday we unveiled a giant open letter in Paignton calling on the Health Secretary to visit Torbay Hospital, protect acute services, and release the £350m rebuild funding. Add your name: www.torbaylibdems.org.uk/campaigns/si... #TorbayNHS

Steve , members of the public and local Torbay Councillors with the big letter

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 1d

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 2d

Huge win for the Lib Dems in Kenn Valley (Teignbridge), gaining a seat in Mel Stride’s constituency. Second gain in months! Lib Dem: 50.4%, Con: 9.6% (-19). Devon voters clearly aren't buying the supposed Tory conference buzz. #LibDemWin #Teignbridge #KennValley #DevonPolitics

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 2d

Great to speak at the Devon Chamber of Commerce event at Torquay United Football Club. We had a really productive conversation about apprenticeships, the wide range of businesses in Torbay, and what makes our area such a fantastic place to live and work.

Steve speaking at the event at Torquay United.

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 2d

Great to meet staff at Torquay Jobcentre this week, including the District Operations Manager, Work Coach Managers and the Disability Employment Manager. We talked about how they support people into work across Torbay, from parents to prison leavers, and the vital role of community outreach.

Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 3d

The Conservative Party conference has ended — and it’s clear Badenoch’s Conservatives have abandoned the values they once stood for: tearing up rights, trashing climate protections, and chasing Farage’s divisive politics.

Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 3d

I’ve signed a letter opposing the abolition of Healthwatch. Independent patient advocacy is vital for safety, accountability, and trust in the NHS. We must protect the voices that hold our health system to account. #SaveHealthwatch #PatientVoice #NHS

A picture of the 2nd page of the letter.

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 3d

Just took Jennie to the K9 Grooming Parlour this afternoon. She's now looking pawsitively fabulous for her Westminster comeback next week. Fresh trim, shiny coat, and ready to charm the corridors of power 🐾✨

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 4d

Delighted to attend Imagine This: Powered By Youth at Torre Abbey. Young people led the way, sharing their voices on their terms. A brilliant first step in changing how we listen and act. Huge thanks to all involved! #ImagineThisTorbay #YouthVoice #TorbayEvents

Steve with Cllr Cordelia Law at the event.

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 4d

Pleased to add my name to the open letter calling on the Opposition to protect the Climate Change Act and uphold the UK’s net zero commitments.

Our future depends on clean energy, green jobs and a thriving environment. Scrapping climate targets would be a reckless step backwards.

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 4d

Sad to see the escalators still out of action and lifts closed at Fleet Walk.

We were told by the local Conservative Council this would be fixed by September, but once again they’ve let us down.

I will keep pushing alongside my Liberal Democrat colleagues on Torbay Council to get this sorted.

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 5d

Great to visit the Alzheimer’s Society stand at the recent Lib Dem Conference.

Social care reform must include dementia care. You can't fix one without the other.

Proud to keep championing this issue. With the Casey Commission now underway, it's vital we build a care system that works for everyone

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 5d

The Deafblind UK conference is free to attend and is the place to hear the latest thinking and developments from those working at the forefront of dual sensory loss.

I will be speaking in a packed agenda on 'Inspiring Change.'

Register here: deafblind.org.uk/get-involved...

A graphic that features a picture of Steve Darling MP and reads "I am speaking at the Deafblind UK conference"

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 5d

A quick round up of some of the things I was working on last week 👇

A graphic summarising some of the things Steve was working on last week.

Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 6d

Hospitality supports 8,000+ jobs in Torbay but faces rising costs and falling confidence. I met with UK Hospitality and local businesses to discuss urgent issues like VAT, NI, and business rates. Grateful for the input—I'll keep pushing for the support our sector needs. #Torbay #Hospitality

Steve with attendees at the event. They are holding a sign that reads "I Love Hospitality"

Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 6d

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Backing Better Access to NHS Dentistry

Welcome to this week’s newsletter. It’s been another busy week in Parliament, and there’s plenty to share.

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 6d

🩺 Have your say on health services in Torbay!

I’m running an online Health Survey to hear directly from you about your experiences with local healthcare—what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to change.

Share your views here: digitallibdems.typeform.com/to/RecQGoII

Steve Darling's Summer Health Survey 2025

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 7d

As Torbay’s MP, I hold regular surgeries in Torquay and Paignton to hear directly from residents. These conversations help me support you more effectively.

To book an appointment, email: [email protected]

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 8d

The latest edition of my weekly e-newsletter is landing very soon—packed with updates, campaigns, and community news you won’t want to miss!

Subscribe now to ensure you never miss a copy: www.torbaylibdems.org.uk/newsletter

Steve Darling MP Newsletter - Torbay Liberal Democrats

Sign up below for weekly email updates from Steve Darling MP. These updates include information on Steve's work for Torbay this week, local news, and other important local topics. Steve's newsletter…

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 9d

On Tuesday, I had the honour of being a baton bearer for the Baton of Hope in Torbay. As the only South West stop on the UK’s largest suicide prevention tour, it brought a powerful message of hope to our community. Huge thanks to all who made it happen. #BatonOfHope #Torbay

Steve with the baton during the Baton of Hope event

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 9d

Proud to back Lib Dem calls for urgent action to protect hospices like Rowcroft in Torbay. With rising demand and funding gaps, we need fair support now—so no one’s end-of-life care depends on where they live.

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 9d

Shocked and saddened by the attack outside Heaton Park Synagogue on Yom Kippur. My thoughts are with the victims and the Jewish community at this painful time.

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 10d

Delighted to visit Dementia UK’s stand at Lib Dem Conference. We discussed improving dementia care, expanding access to Admiral Nurses, and making sure the NHS 10-year plan delivers for families. I’ll keep championing better support for those affected by dementia.

A photo of Steve at the Dementia UK stand with a member of their team. They are holding a sign that reads "No one should face dementia alone"

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 10d

I’ve long campaigned for support for UK zoos and hospitality. I raised Paignton Zoo’s challenges with the PM, called for a national summit, and wrote to ministers demanding action. With the zoo now on the market, urgent government support is needed more than ever.

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Steve Darling MP @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social · 10d

The Chancellor may finally be waking up to reality: scrapping the unfair two-child benefit cap is the fastest way to tackle child poverty. Now the Government must act, no more delays, no more testing the waters. End the cap at the Autumn Budget.

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Rachel Reeves to lift two-child benefit cap in November budget

Exclusive: Officials exploring options to change rule that affected 1.7 million children in Great Britain last year

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