Matt J. McLaren
@mattjmclaren.com
Global Entrepreneur & British Political Campaigner | Managing Director @mgssassociates.com | Convenor @winchmoreliberals.uk | Creator @liberalbritain.uk 🔶️
Promoted by M.J.McLaren (Liberal Democrats) at MGSS, 3 Lloyd's Ave, London EC3N 3DS, UK
Promoted by M.J.McLaren (Liberal Democrats) at MGSS, 3 Lloyd's Ave, London EC3N 3DS, UK
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One reason I've been so bearish on the Tories over the past few years is I don't see a route out for them. They can't beat Reform on the right and they've lost their liberal vote.
So - I think Kemi Badenoch is *right* that the conditions for a centre-right party are worse now than they were in, say, 2019. The territory that Reform and she are scrapping over is electorally fertile. I just don't think it is territory the Conservative party, specifically, can win on:
January 29, 2026 at 10:30 AM
One reason I've been so bearish on the Tories over the past few years is I don't see a route out for them. They can't beat Reform on the right and they've lost their liberal vote.
I just signed the campaign calling to save our swifts, by calling for the UK Government to follow Scotland's lead and make it the law for all new houses to be built with "swift bricks" - safe places for these birds to nest. Will you join me? 38d.gs/sb_ps_ot
#UKnature
#UKnature
Save our swifts: include swift bricks in every new house
I just signed the campaign calling to save our swifts, by calling for the UK Government to follow Scotland's lead and make it the law for all new houses to be built with "swift bricks" - safe places f...
38d.gs
January 29, 2026 at 7:02 PM
I just signed the campaign calling to save our swifts, by calling for the UK Government to follow Scotland's lead and make it the law for all new houses to be built with "swift bricks" - safe places for these birds to nest. Will you join me? 38d.gs/sb_ps_ot
#UKnature
#UKnature
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The United Kingdom is at its best when we’re true to our values: tolerance, decency, respect for individual freedom and the rule of law.
We can't let Nigel Farage throw that all away by turning Britain into Trump’s America.
Choose a brighter future with the Liberal Democrats.
We can't let Nigel Farage throw that all away by turning Britain into Trump’s America.
Choose a brighter future with the Liberal Democrats.
January 28, 2026 at 5:31 PM
The United Kingdom is at its best when we’re true to our values: tolerance, decency, respect for individual freedom and the rule of law.
We can't let Nigel Farage throw that all away by turning Britain into Trump’s America.
Choose a brighter future with the Liberal Democrats.
We can't let Nigel Farage throw that all away by turning Britain into Trump’s America.
Choose a brighter future with the Liberal Democrats.
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Congrats to the Lib Dems for their successful local elections campaign.
January 28, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Congrats to the Lib Dems for their successful local elections campaign.
The #Conservatives haven't been a party for centrist & moderate voters for a v long time and - despite recent efforts from the likes of Andy Street & Ruth Davidson - Kemi Badenoch has just made it absolutely clear that they will be continuing down the road of being Reform-lite... [1/2]
#UKpolitics
#UKpolitics
Centrist ideas no longer wanted in Conservative party, says Kemi Badenoch | Matt McLaren
I rarely post political content here on LinkedIn, but I very much feel duty bound to share this message with fellow business owners/managers in the United Kingdom.
The fact is that the Conservatives ...
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January 28, 2026 at 6:23 PM
The #Conservatives haven't been a party for centrist & moderate voters for a v long time and - despite recent efforts from the likes of Andy Street & Ruth Davidson - Kemi Badenoch has just made it absolutely clear that they will be continuing down the road of being Reform-lite... [1/2]
#UKpolitics
#UKpolitics
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Jenrick saying he's "put aside personal ambition" too join Reform is the single most shameless statement I've ever heard.
If he "put aside personal ambition" he'd disappear. That's all there is.
If he "put aside personal ambition" he'd disappear. That's all there is.
January 15, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Jenrick saying he's "put aside personal ambition" too join Reform is the single most shameless statement I've ever heard.
If he "put aside personal ambition" he'd disappear. That's all there is.
If he "put aside personal ambition" he'd disappear. That's all there is.
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As Robert Jenrick jumps ship, Reform’s “new politics” looks more like a spin cycle for the same people behind 14 years of decline.
January 15, 2026 at 5:32 PM
As Robert Jenrick jumps ship, Reform’s “new politics” looks more like a spin cycle for the same people behind 14 years of decline.
If you have any doubt / confusion about what @libdems.org.uk stand for in this age of divisiveness & anger, watch this short 3 minute video. It's mostly made up of what other people, not Lib Dems, are saying about @eddavey.libdems.org.uk and his party...
youtu.be/tqZ5MuCJ48Q?...
#LibDems #NewYear
youtu.be/tqZ5MuCJ48Q?...
#LibDems #NewYear
Ed Davey's New Year Message
YouTube video by Liberal Democrats
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December 31, 2025 at 3:53 PM
If you have any doubt / confusion about what @libdems.org.uk stand for in this age of divisiveness & anger, watch this short 3 minute video. It's mostly made up of what other people, not Lib Dems, are saying about @eddavey.libdems.org.uk and his party...
youtu.be/tqZ5MuCJ48Q?...
#LibDems #NewYear
youtu.be/tqZ5MuCJ48Q?...
#LibDems #NewYear
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More than a dozen Labour MPs defied their party whips & voted with @libdems.org.uk in favour of UK rejoining a #CustomsUnion with EU.
As a result, the #LibDems Ten-Minute Rule Bill passed the House of Commons with a majority of one, after the Deputy Speaker cast the deciding vote in its favour.
As a result, the #LibDems Ten-Minute Rule Bill passed the House of Commons with a majority of one, after the Deputy Speaker cast the deciding vote in its favour.
🚨BREAKING🚨
MPs have voted to PASS our bill to establish a UK-EU customs union.
The Prime Minister must now listen to his own MPs, drop his self-imposed red lines and finally go for proper growth through an ambitious trade deal with the EU.
MPs have voted to PASS our bill to establish a UK-EU customs union.
The Prime Minister must now listen to his own MPs, drop his self-imposed red lines and finally go for proper growth through an ambitious trade deal with the EU.
December 10, 2025 at 12:02 PM
More than a dozen Labour MPs defied their party whips & voted with @libdems.org.uk in favour of UK rejoining a #CustomsUnion with EU.
As a result, the #LibDems Ten-Minute Rule Bill passed the House of Commons with a majority of one, after the Deputy Speaker cast the deciding vote in its favour.
As a result, the #LibDems Ten-Minute Rule Bill passed the House of Commons with a majority of one, after the Deputy Speaker cast the deciding vote in its favour.
I've just written to local MP for #WinchmoreHill Kate Osamor asking her to support the backbench motion on reducing noise disruption on domestic fireworks up for debate on Wednesday - posting my email to Ms Osamor on Nextdoor here...
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#Fireworks #NoiseNuisance #Pets
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#Fireworks #NoiseNuisance #Pets
This week in Parliament a backbench bill will be presented that would limit the noise nuisance caused by fireworks sold for home use.
Join Nextdoor, an app for neighbourhoods where you can get local tips, buy and sell items, and more
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November 30, 2025 at 9:14 PM
I've just written to local MP for #WinchmoreHill Kate Osamor asking her to support the backbench motion on reducing noise disruption on domestic fireworks up for debate on Wednesday - posting my email to Ms Osamor on Nextdoor here...
nextdoor.co.uk/p/QJkDpcHRpY...
#Fireworks #NoiseNuisance #Pets
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#Fireworks #NoiseNuisance #Pets
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Welcome to our latest London Lib Dem councillor - the former Labour Mayor of Lambeth and councillor for Stockwell East, Tina Valcarcel!
She joins former Labour voters who are disappointed with the government and joining us across London everyday
She joins former Labour voters who are disappointed with the government and joining us across London everyday
November 9, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Welcome to our latest London Lib Dem councillor - the former Labour Mayor of Lambeth and councillor for Stockwell East, Tina Valcarcel!
She joins former Labour voters who are disappointed with the government and joining us across London everyday
She joins former Labour voters who are disappointed with the government and joining us across London everyday
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Updated with another Lib Dem gain.
For third time since May, Greens don't put up anyone to defend one of their own seats.
Yet another Lib Dem gain in Mel Stride’s seat, this time from the Greens
November 7, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Updated with another Lib Dem gain.
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At tonight’s full council meeting, we have reiterated our commitment to defending the values of modern, diverse and welcoming Sutton against those who seek to divide us.
Cllr Barry Lewis opened the debate with a vision for his grandchildren.
At tonight’s full council meeting, we have reiterated our commitment to defending the values of modern, diverse and welcoming Sutton against those who seek to divide us.
Cllr Barry Lewis opened the debate with a vision for his grandchildren.
November 3, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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At tonight’s full council meeting, we have reiterated our commitment to defending the values of modern, diverse and welcoming Sutton against those who seek to divide us.
Cllr Barry Lewis opened the debate with a vision for his grandchildren.
At tonight’s full council meeting, we have reiterated our commitment to defending the values of modern, diverse and welcoming Sutton against those who seek to divide us.
Cllr Barry Lewis opened the debate with a vision for his grandchildren.
Best. Pumpkin. Ever!!! #AlienFranchise
November 2, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Best. Pumpkin. Ever!!! #AlienFranchise
Am not sure what #LibDems position on this would be if Govt went ahead in #UKbudget. But given it's small step towards rationalisation of UK property taxes & would likely create downward pressure on house prices whilst raising billions for the Exchequer, I'm hoping we'd be in favour of such a move.
Reeves plans tax raid on owners of expensive homes ft.trib.al/ZBQjlqo
Reeves plans tax raid on owners of expensive homes
Chancellor predicted to plump for ‘least worst option’ of creating higher council tax bands
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October 31, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Good to see @eddavey.libdems.org.uk quoted in @nytimes.com
It's highly commendable that Sir Ed led efforts in Parliament to apply pressure - aiding the King & HM Govt to evict Andrew - doing so without turning serious affair & its victims into a political football.
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/31/w...
It's highly commendable that Sir Ed led efforts in Parliament to apply pressure - aiding the King & HM Govt to evict Andrew - doing so without turning serious affair & its victims into a political football.
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/31/w...
Will the Unmaking of a Prince Be the Making of a King?
www.nytimes.com
October 31, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Good to see @eddavey.libdems.org.uk quoted in @nytimes.com
It's highly commendable that Sir Ed led efforts in Parliament to apply pressure - aiding the King & HM Govt to evict Andrew - doing so without turning serious affair & its victims into a political football.
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/31/w...
It's highly commendable that Sir Ed led efforts in Parliament to apply pressure - aiding the King & HM Govt to evict Andrew - doing so without turning serious affair & its victims into a political football.
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/31/w...
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Moseley (Birmingham) Council By-Election Result:
🔶 LDM: 34.7% (-11.9)
🌹 LAB: 24.4% (-14.1)
🙋 Ind: 19.6% (New)
🌍 GRN: 10.1% (+1.5)
➡️ RFM: 7.3% (New)
🌳 CON: 2.4% (-4.1)
🙋 Ind: 1.7% (New)
Liberal Democrat GAIN from Labour.
Changes w/ 2022.
🔶 LDM: 34.7% (-11.9)
🌹 LAB: 24.4% (-14.1)
🙋 Ind: 19.6% (New)
🌍 GRN: 10.1% (+1.5)
➡️ RFM: 7.3% (New)
🌳 CON: 2.4% (-4.1)
🙋 Ind: 1.7% (New)
Liberal Democrat GAIN from Labour.
Changes w/ 2022.
October 24, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Moseley (Birmingham) Council By-Election Result:
🔶 LDM: 34.7% (-11.9)
🌹 LAB: 24.4% (-14.1)
🙋 Ind: 19.6% (New)
🌍 GRN: 10.1% (+1.5)
➡️ RFM: 7.3% (New)
🌳 CON: 2.4% (-4.1)
🙋 Ind: 1.7% (New)
Liberal Democrat GAIN from Labour.
Changes w/ 2022.
🔶 LDM: 34.7% (-11.9)
🌹 LAB: 24.4% (-14.1)
🙋 Ind: 19.6% (New)
🌍 GRN: 10.1% (+1.5)
➡️ RFM: 7.3% (New)
🌳 CON: 2.4% (-4.1)
🙋 Ind: 1.7% (New)
Liberal Democrat GAIN from Labour.
Changes w/ 2022.
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Caerphilly, Senedd constituency by-election result:
PC: 47.4% (+19.0)
REF: 36.0% (+34.2)
LAB: 11.0% (-34.9)
CON: 2.0% (-15.3)
GRN: 1.5% (+1.5)
LDEM: 1.5% (-1.2)
GWL: 0.3% (+0.3)
UKIP: 0.2% (+0.2)
Plaid Cymru GAIN from Labour.
PC: 47.4% (+19.0)
REF: 36.0% (+34.2)
LAB: 11.0% (-34.9)
CON: 2.0% (-15.3)
GRN: 1.5% (+1.5)
LDEM: 1.5% (-1.2)
GWL: 0.3% (+0.3)
UKIP: 0.2% (+0.2)
Plaid Cymru GAIN from Labour.
October 24, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Caerphilly, Senedd constituency by-election result:
PC: 47.4% (+19.0)
REF: 36.0% (+34.2)
LAB: 11.0% (-34.9)
CON: 2.0% (-15.3)
GRN: 1.5% (+1.5)
LDEM: 1.5% (-1.2)
GWL: 0.3% (+0.3)
UKIP: 0.2% (+0.2)
Plaid Cymru GAIN from Labour.
PC: 47.4% (+19.0)
REF: 36.0% (+34.2)
LAB: 11.0% (-34.9)
CON: 2.0% (-15.3)
GRN: 1.5% (+1.5)
LDEM: 1.5% (-1.2)
GWL: 0.3% (+0.3)
UKIP: 0.2% (+0.2)
Plaid Cymru GAIN from Labour.
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Sexual offences are very hard for the police to investigate well - so they need experienced officers.
Yet the Mayor and government undermine this by focusing on police numbers rather than retaining skilled police officers.
Yet the Mayor and government undermine this by focusing on police numbers rather than retaining skilled police officers.
There's a huge amount in there, so I'm spreading it out for you with a chart a day for the next few weeks! For now, 3 key messages. 1) Major problem in policing is officer inexperience. Police work is getting more complex with more domestic abuse & sexual violence and forces lack skills to handle it
October 23, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Sexual offences are very hard for the police to investigate well - so they need experienced officers.
Yet the Mayor and government undermine this by focusing on police numbers rather than retaining skilled police officers.
Yet the Mayor and government undermine this by focusing on police numbers rather than retaining skilled police officers.
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This is tragic. The Conservatives let Britain's health & care services fall apart, and the Labour Government is moving far too slowly! As anyone with close family with care needs already knows, we are at crisis point now - and only the Liberal Democrats have a credible plan to rescue care.
Our hospices have been pushed to the brink.
Hundreds of beds lie empty because there is not enough funding or staff.
Liberal Democrats have a plan to save our hospices.
Hundreds of beds lie empty because there is not enough funding or staff.
Liberal Democrats have a plan to save our hospices.
October 14, 2025 at 5:22 PM
This is tragic. The Conservatives let Britain's health & care services fall apart, and the Labour Government is moving far too slowly! As anyone with close family with care needs already knows, we are at crisis point now - and only the Liberal Democrats have a credible plan to rescue care.
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Read our plan and back our campaign today: www.libdems.org.uk/hospices
Save Our Hospices
Back our campaign to protect hospice services and ensure they always have the funding and staff to care for anyone who needs their support.
www.libdems.org.uk
October 14, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Read our plan and back our campaign today: www.libdems.org.uk/hospices
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Liberal Democrats get things done in their local areas! #VoteLibDem
Last month I visited Yeovil and heard about the difficulties faced by parents because of the closure of the local maternity unit.
Thanks to the tireless work of @AdamJamesDance.bsky.social and campaigners, it's reopening.
Thanks to the tireless work of @AdamJamesDance.bsky.social and campaigners, it's reopening.
October 14, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Liberal Democrats get things done in their local areas! #VoteLibDem
It's heartening to see how accepted gay men are in professional rugby, even at the very top of the English game. Professional football in England really needs to catch up!
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First gay England star now lives a very different life after getting married - Ruck
Former England star says marrying long-term partner Laurence Hicks surrounded by loved ones made for an “incredibly emotional” day.
www.ruck.co.uk
October 14, 2025 at 4:49 PM
It's heartening to see how accepted gay men are in professional rugby, even at the very top of the English game. Professional football in England really needs to catch up!
www.ruck.co.uk/first-gay-en...
www.ruck.co.uk/first-gay-en...