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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · 5d

When others look away, Lib Dems lead the conversation. Farnham talk hears defence expert’s stark warning on Trump, Putin, and global instability. 🇬🇧💛
#LibDems #Farnham #GlobalRisks #DemocracyMatters #UKPolitics

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WATCH: Farnham defence expert warns of risks in the age of Trump and Putin

At an event in Liphook, retired Brigadier Gerhard Wheeler discussed terrorism, cyberattacks and the future of NATO. Hugo Berger went along to hear his analysis of the dangers facing our communities.

www.farnhamherald.com

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · 7d

With the Conservative leader having made absolutely no mention of the NHS in her opening conference speech yesterday, the Liberal Democrats 🔶 continue to champion NHS care as a pressing, urgent priority 👇

Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 8d

Emergency care is in crisis.

@HelenMorganLibDem.bsky.social explains the Lib Dems plan to end the chaos of corridor care and restore our healthcare services.

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · 10d

🧡 Latest polling suggests Godalming & Ash and Farnham & Bordon could swing to the Liberal Democrats! 🧡
But nothing is ever taken for granted and your local Lib Dem councillors will keep working hard every day for all Waverley residents, no matter how you vote 💪 www.farnhamherald.com/news/farnham...

Farnham and Bordon may swing to Liberal Democats, poll indicates

Two local parliamentary seats - including Farnham and Bordon - could switch to the Lib Dems if an election was held today, a new survey has found.

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · 10d

Survey on Aaron’s Hill Skatepark in Godalming open until 26th October click link for survey: orlo.uk/Unz6l

Skateboarder in air doing trick at skate park

Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · 11d

No Councillor. No Voice. Sign the Petition & Demand a By-Election in Western Villages.

www.waverleylibdems.org.uk/news/article...

Teacher from film “Ferris Bueller’s day off” asking repeatedly for Councillor Staunton.

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · 18d

'The warning signs are plain. Woking collapsed under £1.2 billion of Conservative debt after years of reckless decisions. Surrey’s Conservative leadership insists it is “resilient” despite criticism from its own auditors... the parallels are hard to ignore.' 😐

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Cllr Mark Merryweather: Is Surrey reorganising - or passing the buck?

Surrey County Council has been playing a dangerous game with its finances — and local residents could be left to pay the price.

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · 19d

Nigel Farage being pushed into a dangerous corner by Donald Trump... dangerous for our whole country 😬

Alex Partridge @alexpartridge87.bsky.social · 19d

Bit of a Reform/Lib Dems row this morning. Nigel Farage asked about Donald Trump's unproven comments on the drug Tylenol and pregnancy on LBC:

"I have no idea ... you know, we were told thalidomide was a very safe drug and it wasn't. Who knows, Nick, I don't know."

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · 20d

'In his conference speech, Sir Ed will argue that the UK should be "stepping into the vacuum left by Trump's anti-science agenda - leading the world in the fight against cancer".' 👏

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Ed Davey urges US cancer scientists to come to UK

The Lib Dem leader will use his party conference speech to attack Donald Trump's

www.bbc.co.uk

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · 22d

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 22d

There’s a real buzz in Bournemouth as day 2 of Lib Dem Conference gets underway 🐝

Ed Davey in a beekeeping suit holding a hive frame full of bees.

Ed Davey, Vikki Slade and others chatting and smiling in beekeeping suits.

Ed Davey and Vikki Slade in beekeeping suits looking at a hive frame with bees.

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · 27d

£1 million in Fines: Conservative-led Surrey County Council Pays the Price for Failing SEND Families

Heartbreaking how let down SEND children have been by the council, which has also amounted eye-watering fines for failures in providing legally-entitled support
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Surrey Council's £1m fines for education failings revealed

Surrey County Council’s failings have cost the authority more than £1 million in fines and redress payments over the past two years – that vast majority within its education services newly published f...

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · Sep 11

Tired of wall-to-wall coverage every time Nigel Farage sneezes?

Here’s the reality:
🔸 Lib Dem MPs = 72
🔸 Reform MPs = 4

Yet the BBC still gives them endless airtime.

👉 Help us push for fairer coverage – sign our petition today:
www.libdems.org.uk/bbc?fbclid=I...

Balance the BBC

The BBC is our national broadcaster, people expect and deserve balanced news coverage.

www.libdems.org.uk

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · Sep 10

Gibraltar is British and belongs to its people, with a right to self-determination. END

#Gibraltar #NationalDay

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · Sep 10

And local delicacies are always on the menu! 😋

The political rally at Casemates Square is hosted by HM Gibraltar Government & includes guests from overseas - this year MP Edward Morello represented the @libdems.org.uk as part of the invited cross-party delegation. 3

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · Sep 10

Gibraltarians celebrate in different ways, but most commonly they will dress in red and white, or red white and blue, and gather at Casemates Square before moving on to a variety of activities across Gibraltar, some might opt for a more chilled out gathering at the beach with family & friends. 2

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · Sep 10

🇬🇮 Happy National Day Gibraltar 🇬🇮

The British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar celebrates its National Day annually on 10th September, marking the anniversary of the 1967 sovereignty referendum where Gibraltarians voted overwhelmingly to remain under British Sovereignty and form its own government. 1

Photo of Casemates Square in Gibraltar dressed up in Gibraltar and Union flags and red and white bunting. Thousands of Gibraltarians gather there dressed primarily in red and white, the colours of their flag.

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · Sep 9

Tone deaf comments from the MP whose party has decimated SEND services in #Surrey

Lib Dem councillors work hard to support those navigating SEND issues and want to help more. Get in touch and please remember the views of the Godalming & Ash MP at the ballot box.
www.theguardian.com/education/20...

Overdiagnosis of children overlooks that growing up is ‘messy and uneven’, says Jeremy Hunt

Former health secretary wants to see an overhaul of special educational needs and disabilities system in England

www.theguardian.com

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · Sep 3

Conservative MPs jeered when I urged the Prime Minister to help end the starvation and suffering in Gaza. Sickening, but they won’t stop me raising this.

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · Aug 26

If you share the Lib Dem values of liberty, equality and community, why not reach out to our friendly team here in #Waverley?
www.waverleylibdems.org.uk/get-involved

Get involved with Waverley Lib Dems

We're a volunteer and member-led organisation with lots of ways to get involved to support your local community.

www.waverleylibdems.org.uk

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · Aug 26

Liberal Democrats will always stand up for a safe and strong democracy in this country 🙏 🔶

Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · Aug 26

As we've seen across history, the populist playbook used by Farage is ugly, powerful and incredibly destructive.

We know where it will lead if we don't stop it.

- YouTube

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

youtu.be

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · Aug 22

😊 🔶 #Surrey

Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Aug 22

It’s Always Sunny in Surrey ☀️

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · Aug 13

Hundreds of charities have written to all party leaders urging us to take a strong stand against racism and hatred.

I strongly agree – here’s my reply👇

Letter from Ed Davey to Together with Refugees and co-signatories committing to stand together against racism and hatred. Full letter text available at link below.

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · Aug 13

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · Aug 13

We are a caring country, not a country of thuggery.

A nation of laws and decency, not hate and lawlessness.

And we must ensure that is who we remain.

You can read the full text of my letter here: www.libdems.org.uk/news/fightin...

Standing Together Against Racism and Hatred

Letter from Ed Davey to Together with Refugees and co-signatories

www.libdems.org.uk

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Waverley Liberal Democrats @waverleylibdems.bsky.social · Aug 10

Thank you to all those in Waverley who support the Lib Dems locally 🔶 🙏 We will always work hard to fight for everyone in our wonderful community. To find out more, please visit: www.waverleylibdems.org.uk/news

Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Aug 10

More and more people are turning to the Liberal Democrats for the constructive opposition they deserve, from the NHS and social care to standing up for Britain on the world stage.

We will always fight for the Fair Deal that you, your family, and your community deserve.

"The New Statesman'' article graphic with the headline saying: The Lib Dems' stealthy advance.

Ed Davey's Party is winning more Labour voters than any of it's rival.

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · Aug 8

Netanyahu’s plan to occupy Gaza is abhorrent and it's increasingly clear that his goal is ethnic cleansing.

The UK can't just sit on its hands. The Prime Minister must stop all arms exports to Israel and sanction Netanyahu and his cabinet.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Jul 28

It’s outrageous that water company executives are pocketing excessive bonuses while families face soaring bills and our rivers are choked with pollution.

Liberal Democrats will keep fighting for a stronger regulator with teeth that puts the public and environment first.

A newspaper article graphic from the Financial Times with the headline saying: Thames Water boss keeps bonus despite missing target after restatement.

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