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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · Nov 14

As your local MP, I am here to help. Here's how you can get in touch:
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Honiton
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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 5h

National Grid and Localgiving have opened applications for their Community Matters Fund. Charitable organisations have until 24th October to apply for a grant to support their work in addressing fuel poverty locally. customer.nationalgrid.co.uk/your-neighbo...

National Grid - Community Matters Fund

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 8h

I was very impressed by 22 year old Shaun Rowcliffe when I visited the new Isembard factory near Cullompton. Ambitious young people like Shaun can lead the way in advanced manufacturing - and in business more broadly. www.midweekherald.co.uk/news/2552858...

MP pays visit to young gun of manufacturing

Richard Foord, MP for Honiton and Sidmouth, this week made a high-profile visit to the Exeter facility of Isembard, a software-led manufacturer of…

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 1d

I take pride in the Union flag and the values it represents. Yet the everyday actions people take in their communities are to me most indicative of those values. As ever, think global, act local. www.midweekherald.co.uk/news/2552279...

'I love Union flags, but I prefer quiet patriotism and community spirit'

It offered an escape to other places in the world.

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 1d

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Renewables overtake coal as world's biggest source of electricity

Developing countries lead the historic clean energy charge but the US and EU rely more on fossil fuels than before, a think tank study shows.

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 1d

Yesterday we heard renewables overtook coal as the world's largest source of electricity generation. We should celebrate this milestone, yet the Conservatives want to put that progress into reverse. @libdems.org.uk will always support clean energy: for people, for the country, and for the planet.

The first page of a letter from Ed Davey and Pippa Heylings to Kemi Badenoch regarding the Climate Change Act

The second page of a letter from Ed Davey and Pippa Heylings to Kemi Badenoch regarding the Climate Change Act

The final page of a letter from Ed Davey and Pippa Heylings to Kemi Badenoch regarding the Climate Change Act, and signed by Liberal Democrat MPs

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 1d

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Renewables overtake coal as world's biggest source of electricity

Developing countries lead the historic clean energy charge but the US and EU rely more on fossil fuels than before, a think tank study shows.

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 1d

Michael Gove finally admitting what we already knew: the Conservatives' trade deal with Australia failed British farmers. Any future deal must be given proper scrutiny by Parliament so that farmers, consumers, and our environment don't lose out again. www.fwi.co.uk/news/gove-ad...

Gove admits Tory trade deals failed to protect UK farmers - Farmers Weekly

Former Defra secretary Michael Gove has admitted for the first time that the Australian trade deal negotiated by the previous Conservative government did

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 2d

There are people right across our country, who have voted Conservative all their lives, but are now switching to the Liberal Democrats.

YouGov Poll - Liberal Democrats draw level with the Conservatives - both parties on 17%.

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 2d

Today marks two years since the heinous attacks by Hamas on Israeli people. We need the hostages released - and for a sustainable solution to this conflict that recognises the security needs of Israelis and Palestinians alike.

A statement from Ed Davey reading:

"Two years ago, we watched in horror those appalling scenes of Hamas's evil terrorist attack on Israel. 1,200 innocent people brutally slain, including hundreds of young people at a music festival. Others raped, sexually assaulted and mutilated. 251 people taken hostage, ripped away from their families.

"Those terror attacks also triggered a shocking rise in antisemitism here in the UK - a terrible scourge that took the lives of Adrian Daulby and Melvin Cravitz at their synagogue last week.

"We stand in solidarity with British Jews, the people of Israel and Jewish communities around the world against terrorism and against antisemitism in all its forms.

"This cycle of violence has gone on far too long, caused far too much suffering, and claimed too many innocent lives.

"With new peace talks under way, we desperately hope that they will finally see the hostages returned home to their families, a lasting bilateral ceasefire, Hamas out of power in Gaza for good - and set us on the path to a two-state solution that offers both Israelis and Palestinians the peace and security they deserve."

ED DAVEY

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 3d

I am horrified by the images of a mosque in Peacehaven burning after a suspected arson attack.

Everyone should be able to worship free from fear and terror.

Islamophobia is totally unacceptable. Those who spread hatred and incite violence against Muslim communities must stop.

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 5d

I am concerned about some of the branches of Jhoots pharmacy. Rural Devon already has issues with over-stretched pharmacies; this may exacerbate worries about obtaining prescriptions www.midweekherald.co.uk/news/2551137...

MP slams Jhoots Pharmacy over closures and unpaid wages

Sidmouth MP Richard Foord has slammed crisis-hit chain Jhoots Pharmacies over the “unacceptable way” the company does business amid multiple…

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 6d

I walked back across the footbridge. It may have taken longer than we wanted, but it's great to have a solid, well-constructed bridge back in place. Great work, Ottery St Mary Town Council, DCC Councillor Jess Bailey, and all who helped make it happen.

A photo of the new Coleridge footbridge over the River Otter. The bridge itself has dark railings and solid paving

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 6d

Clark at Ottery Men's Shed showed me the design for the Tipton St John Community notice board, which looks great. There was a great atmosphere at the Shed this afternoon - and plenty of sawdust!

A selfie taken by Richard Foord (Right) with another man who is looking to the camera and holding a piece of woodworking equipment. They are sat in a room by a large piece of wood to be made into a sign

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 6d

I am very pleased to see @amcarmichaelmp.bsky.social recognised as @farmersweeklyuk.bsky.social Farming Champion of the Year. His advocacy for rural communities has a real impact for farming families across the country - not least here in Devon. www.fwi.co.uk/events/award...

Farmers Weekly Awards 2025: Farming Champion of the Year - Farmers Weekly

The MP Alistair Carmichael has been named the Farmers Weekly 2025 Farming Champion for his work on behalf of crofters, farmers and rural communities, both

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 6d

"On this painful morning, my thoughts are with the families of Adrian Daulby and Melvin Cravitz and the whole Jewish community who have been the target of a vicious attack on their holiest day."

"Those who preach antisemitic hatred must be stopped. It is never acceptable."
@EdDavey.LibDems.org.uk

On this painful morning, my thoughts are with the families of Adrian Daulby and Melvin Cravitz – the two men tragically killed outside their synagogue yesterday – and with the whole Jewish community who have been the target of a vicious attack on their holiest day.
Antisemitism, terrorism and hatred can be defeated. But only if we all stand united against them. This attack didn’t happen in a vacuum. Antisemitism is rife on Britain’s streets. British Jews have been living in fear, especially since Hamas’s horrific terror attacks of October 7th.
That must end now. We all must come together to make sure our Jewish friends and neighbours feel safe walking on their streets and worshipping at their synagogues.
Those who preach antisemitic hatred, those who incite violence against Jews – whether online, on marches or anywhere else – must be stopped. It is never acceptable.
I know that, together, we can make sure that our British values of decency, tolerance and respect will prevail.
Ed Davey

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 7d

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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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 8d

Rail chaos means that people from East Devon are being crammed into carriages and are repeatedly late for work, school or college. It cannot continue.

South Western Railway must tell passengers when a normal service will resume.

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MP: "Shambolic" East Devon rail service needs urgent upgrades

Last week, trains from Honiton were cancelled due to “slippery rails”. Leaves on the line, perhaps? Maybe – you know it is Autumn when you…

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 9d

Research by Go.Compare found that nearly half (46%) of Devon's B and C roads are in "red" or "amber" condition. People here can rarely choose to hop on a train - particularly at the moment. www.gocompare.com/motoring/new... 2/2

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 9d

Tell us something we didn't know! Devon's class B & C roads have been ranked second-worst in the whole country. For the safety of road users, Whitehall needs to take better account of rural road networks when it doles out money to local authorities. www.midweekherald.co.uk/news/2549187... 1/2

Devon second worst county in England for road conditions

A recent study by Go.Compare motorbike insurance revealed that 10 per cent of the county’s B and C roads are in "red" condition.

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 11d

I can recommend dipping into David Lewis' book Occupied: Russian Rule in South-Eastern Ukraine. I joined a panel with David on Friday for a book launch at the University of Exeter. His research illustrates what life is like for those whose freedom has been snuffed out in Ukraine.

A photo of Richard Foord and David Lewis (right and left, respectively). Richard is holding a copy of David’s book

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 13d

Libraries Unlimited are providing us with so much more than books. This morning, Kerry and Rachel - together with the charity Action East Devon - showed me around an exhibition of photos curated by young people in relation to mental health.

A photo of three people standing in a library, with Richard Foord in the middle and all three smiling toward the camera

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 13d

The surgery that I held at Axminster Guildhall yesterday enabled me to talk with local people about a range of national issues, ranging from dentistry to recognition for carers. The examples that people bring are so very helpful at shining a light on policy shortcomings.

A photo of Richard Foord sat at a table in a hall opposite another man who he is speaking to. There are two chairs free - one on each side of the table. On the table are some papers and a laptop. To the right of the image are posters for various events happening at the hall.

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 13d

Ahead of the Iraq War, Ming Campbell spoke for many of us. Including many of us in uniform who could not speak out. He was someone who I looked up to - and even though he is so sadly no longer with us, I will continue to be inspired by him.

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 15d

But we saw what selling off the silver did for the Conservatives - it kept them afloat for another year or two, but meant the loss of assets for generations to come. 2/2

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Richard Foord MP @richardfoordld.bsky.social · 15d

Despite all our campaigning over the past two years and the thousands of petition signatures that we gathered, the views of the community appear to have been deliberately ignored 1/2

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‘Scandalous betrayal’ over Devon hospital locals helped pay for

Campaigners fighting for its future

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