Wera Hobhouse MP
@werahobhouse.org.uk
Lib Dem MP for Bath 🔶
Energy Security and Net Zero Select Committee Member 🌍
Championing women’s rights by helping to criminalise upskirting (2019) and make workplaces safer (2023)🧑⚖️
Published and promoted by Wera Hobhouse at 31 James St. West, BA1 2BT.
Energy Security and Net Zero Select Committee Member 🌍
Championing women’s rights by helping to criminalise upskirting (2019) and make workplaces safer (2023)🧑⚖️
Published and promoted by Wera Hobhouse at 31 James St. West, BA1 2BT.
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The National Emergency briefing is driving home that the pace of change continues to be far too slow.
Scientist have warned time and again about the dire consequences of uncontrolled temperature rises for food supplies, health, destruction of homes and infrastructure and global displacement.
Scientist have warned time and again about the dire consequences of uncontrolled temperature rises for food supplies, health, destruction of homes and infrastructure and global displacement.
I’ve signed the National Emergency Briefing's letter urging the Government & public broadcasters to hold a televised emergency briefing & launch a public campaign on the risks we all face from the climate crisis.
People deserve the truth. Disinformation is preventing the urgent action we need.
People deserve the truth. Disinformation is preventing the urgent action we need.
National Emergency Briefing
An unfiltered assessment of the latest threats to UK food supply, health and national security from eight leading experts to an invitation-only audience - also covering positive solutions.…
www.nebriefing.org
November 28, 2025 at 3:42 PM
I’ve signed the National Emergency Briefing's letter urging the Government & public broadcasters to hold a televised emergency briefing & launch a public campaign on the risks we all face from the climate crisis.
People deserve the truth. Disinformation is preventing the urgent action we need.
People deserve the truth. Disinformation is preventing the urgent action we need.
I'm proud so many love visiting Bath, but millions of tourists put real pressure on our city.
It's great the Government is giving mayors the power to introduce a tourist levy, which I had previously called for in Parliament.
But we must ensure the money raised benefits both residents and visitors.
It's great the Government is giving mayors the power to introduce a tourist levy, which I had previously called for in Parliament.
But we must ensure the money raised benefits both residents and visitors.
Welcome for tourist tax
[library image] Government proposals to allow English Regional Mayors the power to introduce a tourism levy has been welcomed by Councillor Kevin Guy, Leader of Bath & North East Somerset Counc…
bathnewseum.com
November 28, 2025 at 2:29 PM
I'm proud so many love visiting Bath, but millions of tourists put real pressure on our city.
It's great the Government is giving mayors the power to introduce a tourist levy, which I had previously called for in Parliament.
But we must ensure the money raised benefits both residents and visitors.
It's great the Government is giving mayors the power to introduce a tourist levy, which I had previously called for in Parliament.
But we must ensure the money raised benefits both residents and visitors.
Bath Christmas Market is here! ✨🎄
I loved exploring all the fantastic stalls by local businesses on opening night.
If you want to get into the festive spirit, or looking to buy that special gift, make sure to head on down. The market runs from 27 November to Sunday 14 December -don't miss it!❄️
I loved exploring all the fantastic stalls by local businesses on opening night.
If you want to get into the festive spirit, or looking to buy that special gift, make sure to head on down. The market runs from 27 November to Sunday 14 December -don't miss it!❄️
November 28, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Bath Christmas Market is here! ✨🎄
I loved exploring all the fantastic stalls by local businesses on opening night.
If you want to get into the festive spirit, or looking to buy that special gift, make sure to head on down. The market runs from 27 November to Sunday 14 December -don't miss it!❄️
I loved exploring all the fantastic stalls by local businesses on opening night.
If you want to get into the festive spirit, or looking to buy that special gift, make sure to head on down. The market runs from 27 November to Sunday 14 December -don't miss it!❄️
It’s vital we decarbonise home heating. Heat pumps are one great option, but not right for every home.
The Government must back other technologies, like Luthmore’s zero-emission boiler, with the same support like VAT exemption & grant funding.
We need a range of green technology to cut emissions.
The Government must back other technologies, like Luthmore’s zero-emission boiler, with the same support like VAT exemption & grant funding.
We need a range of green technology to cut emissions.
Government must level the playing field for the clean heat industry – or risk leaving UK homes out in the cold
The Warm Homes Plan is a crucial opportunity to make the most of a range of innovative, low-carbon technologies to decarbonise homes at scale, writes Lib Dem MP Wera Hobhouse
www.businessgreen.com
November 27, 2025 at 4:05 PM
It’s vital we decarbonise home heating. Heat pumps are one great option, but not right for every home.
The Government must back other technologies, like Luthmore’s zero-emission boiler, with the same support like VAT exemption & grant funding.
We need a range of green technology to cut emissions.
The Government must back other technologies, like Luthmore’s zero-emission boiler, with the same support like VAT exemption & grant funding.
We need a range of green technology to cut emissions.
Local authorities will be relieved the Government will cover special educational needs costs from 2028/29.
But this does not fix the deep-rooted problems that exist.
Councils still need a clear plan to address their existing deficits & children continue to be failed by a broken system.
But this does not fix the deep-rooted problems that exist.
Councils still need a clear plan to address their existing deficits & children continue to be failed by a broken system.
Government faces £6bn SEND shortfall once override ends
Spending watchdog warns 'no savings have been identified' to offset pressure on government coffers
schoolsweek.co.uk
November 27, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Local authorities will be relieved the Government will cover special educational needs costs from 2028/29.
But this does not fix the deep-rooted problems that exist.
Councils still need a clear plan to address their existing deficits & children continue to be failed by a broken system.
But this does not fix the deep-rooted problems that exist.
Councils still need a clear plan to address their existing deficits & children continue to be failed by a broken system.
Great to meet Sunsave's co-founder Ben Graves.
His company’s solar subscription model is doing fantastic work bringing rooftop solar to homes across the UK.
It was exciting to hear about their ambitions to bring cheap renewable energy to households nationwide.
His company’s solar subscription model is doing fantastic work bringing rooftop solar to homes across the UK.
It was exciting to hear about their ambitions to bring cheap renewable energy to households nationwide.
November 27, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Great to meet Sunsave's co-founder Ben Graves.
His company’s solar subscription model is doing fantastic work bringing rooftop solar to homes across the UK.
It was exciting to hear about their ambitions to bring cheap renewable energy to households nationwide.
His company’s solar subscription model is doing fantastic work bringing rooftop solar to homes across the UK.
It was exciting to hear about their ambitions to bring cheap renewable energy to households nationwide.
Many Hongkongers in my constituency are deeply concerned about potential changes to Indefinite Leave to Remain.
I welcome confirmation that BNO visa holders can secure permanent residency after 5 years, but income & language rules are still unresolved.
The Government must provide certainty.
I welcome confirmation that BNO visa holders can secure permanent residency after 5 years, but income & language rules are still unresolved.
The Government must provide certainty.
November 27, 2025 at 12:07 PM
Many Hongkongers in my constituency are deeply concerned about potential changes to Indefinite Leave to Remain.
I welcome confirmation that BNO visa holders can secure permanent residency after 5 years, but income & language rules are still unresolved.
The Government must provide certainty.
I welcome confirmation that BNO visa holders can secure permanent residency after 5 years, but income & language rules are still unresolved.
The Government must provide certainty.
We must stop burning fossil fuels - this message rang loud & clear at the National Emergency Briefing.
At a time when many want to abandon Net Zero, we @libdems.org.uk remain committed to this goal.
Now is the time to invest more in renewables to protect our planet & grow our economy.
At a time when many want to abandon Net Zero, we @libdems.org.uk remain committed to this goal.
Now is the time to invest more in renewables to protect our planet & grow our economy.
National Emergency Briefing
An unfiltered assessment of the latest threats to UK food supply, health and national security from eight leading experts to an invitation-only audience - also covering positive solutions. Westminster...
www.nebriefing.org
November 27, 2025 at 10:54 AM
We must stop burning fossil fuels - this message rang loud & clear at the National Emergency Briefing.
At a time when many want to abandon Net Zero, we @libdems.org.uk remain committed to this goal.
Now is the time to invest more in renewables to protect our planet & grow our economy.
At a time when many want to abandon Net Zero, we @libdems.org.uk remain committed to this goal.
Now is the time to invest more in renewables to protect our planet & grow our economy.
And here the starkest warning- Climate Change kills.
Mass mortality, mass displacement, severe economic contraction leading to global conflict.
We already know the solutions.
Without action these warnings become reality.
Mass mortality, mass displacement, severe economic contraction leading to global conflict.
We already know the solutions.
Without action these warnings become reality.
November 27, 2025 at 10:44 AM
And here the starkest warning- Climate Change kills.
Mass mortality, mass displacement, severe economic contraction leading to global conflict.
We already know the solutions.
Without action these warnings become reality.
Mass mortality, mass displacement, severe economic contraction leading to global conflict.
We already know the solutions.
Without action these warnings become reality.
The National Emergency briefing is driving home that the pace of change continues to be far too slow.
Scientist have warned time and again about the dire consequences of uncontrolled temperature rises for food supplies, health, destruction of homes and infrastructure and global displacement.
Scientist have warned time and again about the dire consequences of uncontrolled temperature rises for food supplies, health, destruction of homes and infrastructure and global displacement.
November 27, 2025 at 10:31 AM
The National Emergency briefing is driving home that the pace of change continues to be far too slow.
Scientist have warned time and again about the dire consequences of uncontrolled temperature rises for food supplies, health, destruction of homes and infrastructure and global displacement.
Scientist have warned time and again about the dire consequences of uncontrolled temperature rises for food supplies, health, destruction of homes and infrastructure and global displacement.
I'm at the National Emergency Briefing this morning, where the stark reality of our rapidly worsening climate & nature crises is being made clear.
Loss of nature is rapidly accelerating. We need urgent national & global action to reverse this - including combating rising climate misinformation. 🌎
Loss of nature is rapidly accelerating. We need urgent national & global action to reverse this - including combating rising climate misinformation. 🌎
November 27, 2025 at 9:47 AM
I'm at the National Emergency Briefing this morning, where the stark reality of our rapidly worsening climate & nature crises is being made clear.
Loss of nature is rapidly accelerating. We need urgent national & global action to reverse this - including combating rising climate misinformation. 🌎
Loss of nature is rapidly accelerating. We need urgent national & global action to reverse this - including combating rising climate misinformation. 🌎
Good to see the Government adopt another @libdems.org.uk policy by raising Remote Gaming Duty. This money must be used to tackle online gambling harms.
After hearing Bath Racecourse’s concerns I’m glad horse racing betting tax is staying unchanged to protect this beloved industry.
After hearing Bath Racecourse’s concerns I’m glad horse racing betting tax is staying unchanged to protect this beloved industry.
The Budget: Racing spared betting duty tax increase by Chancellor Rachel Reeves
Racing avoids tax hike as betting duty kept at 15 per cent in The Budget; Other gambling tax rises expected to raise £1bn by 2031 with Chancellor Rachel Reeves upping online sports betting levy to 25 ...
www.skysports.com
November 26, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Good to see the Government adopt another @libdems.org.uk policy by raising Remote Gaming Duty. This money must be used to tackle online gambling harms.
After hearing Bath Racecourse’s concerns I’m glad horse racing betting tax is staying unchanged to protect this beloved industry.
After hearing Bath Racecourse’s concerns I’m glad horse racing betting tax is staying unchanged to protect this beloved industry.
The Chancellor has spotted the problem but refused the obvious cure.
The fastest way to turbocharge economic growth is to fix our relationship with the EU & plug the £90billion Brexit blackhole.
Instead, all this Budget does is again fail to tackle the cost of living crisis & boost our economy.
The fastest way to turbocharge economic growth is to fix our relationship with the EU & plug the £90billion Brexit blackhole.
Instead, all this Budget does is again fail to tackle the cost of living crisis & boost our economy.
November 26, 2025 at 2:42 PM
The Chancellor has spotted the problem but refused the obvious cure.
The fastest way to turbocharge economic growth is to fix our relationship with the EU & plug the £90billion Brexit blackhole.
Instead, all this Budget does is again fail to tackle the cost of living crisis & boost our economy.
The fastest way to turbocharge economic growth is to fix our relationship with the EU & plug the £90billion Brexit blackhole.
Instead, all this Budget does is again fail to tackle the cost of living crisis & boost our economy.
Raising the Minimum Wage is welcome news to low paid workers but unless we also see real growth for businesses, we risk jobs disappearing.
The Government must revitalise our high streets with a VAT cut for hospitality until 2027 & secure a stronger deal with the EU to unleash growth.
The Government must revitalise our high streets with a VAT cut for hospitality until 2027 & secure a stronger deal with the EU to unleash growth.
Minimum wage to rise again from April to £12.71 for over-21s
The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 26, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Raising the Minimum Wage is welcome news to low paid workers but unless we also see real growth for businesses, we risk jobs disappearing.
The Government must revitalise our high streets with a VAT cut for hospitality until 2027 & secure a stronger deal with the EU to unleash growth.
The Government must revitalise our high streets with a VAT cut for hospitality until 2027 & secure a stronger deal with the EU to unleash growth.
After years of @libdems.org.uk pressure, the Government has frozen rail fares - but it’s too little, too late.
Bath commuters still pay thousands while almost a third of Bath Spa journeys are delayed or cancelled.
The Government must deliver a long-term plan for reliable, affordable rail now.
Bath commuters still pay thousands while almost a third of Bath Spa journeys are delayed or cancelled.
The Government must deliver a long-term plan for reliable, affordable rail now.
Rail fares to be frozen in England next year
Regulated fares, which include season tickets and off-peak returns, will not see annual price rises for the first time in 30 years, the government announces.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 26, 2025 at 10:04 AM
After years of @libdems.org.uk pressure, the Government has frozen rail fares - but it’s too little, too late.
Bath commuters still pay thousands while almost a third of Bath Spa journeys are delayed or cancelled.
The Government must deliver a long-term plan for reliable, affordable rail now.
Bath commuters still pay thousands while almost a third of Bath Spa journeys are delayed or cancelled.
The Government must deliver a long-term plan for reliable, affordable rail now.
The South West must be heard in this Budget.
That's why we South West @libdems.org.uk MPs went to the Treasury yesterday to outline what we want to see in this Budget to support our region.
The Government cannot ignore the serious issues we’re raising - it’s time they listen and deliver.
That's why we South West @libdems.org.uk MPs went to the Treasury yesterday to outline what we want to see in this Budget to support our region.
The Government cannot ignore the serious issues we’re raising - it’s time they listen and deliver.
November 25, 2025 at 5:53 PM
The South West must be heard in this Budget.
That's why we South West @libdems.org.uk MPs went to the Treasury yesterday to outline what we want to see in this Budget to support our region.
The Government cannot ignore the serious issues we’re raising - it’s time they listen and deliver.
That's why we South West @libdems.org.uk MPs went to the Treasury yesterday to outline what we want to see in this Budget to support our region.
The Government cannot ignore the serious issues we’re raising - it’s time they listen and deliver.
In the Chancellor's spending review in June, she barely mentioned the South West.
Our people & communities deserve to have their needs listened to.
This Budget must be different. We, South West @libdems.org.uk MPs, are fighting to ensure our region cannot be ignored again.
Our people & communities deserve to have their needs listened to.
This Budget must be different. We, South West @libdems.org.uk MPs, are fighting to ensure our region cannot be ignored again.
November 25, 2025 at 1:46 PM
In the Chancellor's spending review in June, she barely mentioned the South West.
Our people & communities deserve to have their needs listened to.
This Budget must be different. We, South West @libdems.org.uk MPs, are fighting to ensure our region cannot be ignored again.
Our people & communities deserve to have their needs listened to.
This Budget must be different. We, South West @libdems.org.uk MPs, are fighting to ensure our region cannot be ignored again.
Our hospitality sector is vital to Bath, loved by locals & visitors.
That’s why, alongside @bathnes.bsky.social, I’m calling for local authorities to be given the power to introduce a visitors’ levy in this Budget, with the funds raised going directly to supporting our local hospitality sector.
That’s why, alongside @bathnes.bsky.social, I’m calling for local authorities to be given the power to introduce a visitors’ levy in this Budget, with the funds raised going directly to supporting our local hospitality sector.
November 25, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Our hospitality sector is vital to Bath, loved by locals & visitors.
That’s why, alongside @bathnes.bsky.social, I’m calling for local authorities to be given the power to introduce a visitors’ levy in this Budget, with the funds raised going directly to supporting our local hospitality sector.
That’s why, alongside @bathnes.bsky.social, I’m calling for local authorities to be given the power to introduce a visitors’ levy in this Budget, with the funds raised going directly to supporting our local hospitality sector.
My fellow @libdems.org.uk MPs and I are demanding the South West gets the support it needs in this Budget. 🔶
For Bath, I’m calling for better SEND provision so no child is left without the support they need to learn and thrive.
The SEND system is collapsing; this Budget, the Government must act.
For Bath, I’m calling for better SEND provision so no child is left without the support they need to learn and thrive.
The SEND system is collapsing; this Budget, the Government must act.
November 25, 2025 at 11:24 AM
My fellow @libdems.org.uk MPs and I are demanding the South West gets the support it needs in this Budget. 🔶
For Bath, I’m calling for better SEND provision so no child is left without the support they need to learn and thrive.
The SEND system is collapsing; this Budget, the Government must act.
For Bath, I’m calling for better SEND provision so no child is left without the support they need to learn and thrive.
The SEND system is collapsing; this Budget, the Government must act.
1 woman or girl is killed every 10 minutes by a partner or family member.
This International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls, we must confront this horrendous reality.
Whether in the home, online or elsewhere, we must end this abuse.
This International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls, we must confront this horrendous reality.
Whether in the home, online or elsewhere, we must end this abuse.
November 25, 2025 at 10:27 AM
1 woman or girl is killed every 10 minutes by a partner or family member.
This International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls, we must confront this horrendous reality.
Whether in the home, online or elsewhere, we must end this abuse.
This International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls, we must confront this horrendous reality.
Whether in the home, online or elsewhere, we must end this abuse.
I've heard from hospitality businesses across Bath that they're struggling.
This Budget is the chance to give them the support they desperately need.
That's why the Government must listen to our @libdems.org.uk plan to slash VAT by 5%. It's the best way to protect jobs and revive our high streets.
This Budget is the chance to give them the support they desperately need.
That's why the Government must listen to our @libdems.org.uk plan to slash VAT by 5%. It's the best way to protect jobs and revive our high streets.
Help us survive – say Bath businesses
[Wera Hobhouse MP talking to Alex Peters, Director of Green Park Brasserie and the Bath Pizza Co.] With the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget next week in mind, Bath MP Wera Hobhouse has warned that the ‘…
bathnewseum.com
November 24, 2025 at 4:33 PM
I've heard from hospitality businesses across Bath that they're struggling.
This Budget is the chance to give them the support they desperately need.
That's why the Government must listen to our @libdems.org.uk plan to slash VAT by 5%. It's the best way to protect jobs and revive our high streets.
This Budget is the chance to give them the support they desperately need.
That's why the Government must listen to our @libdems.org.uk plan to slash VAT by 5%. It's the best way to protect jobs and revive our high streets.
It is unacceptable that the Child Maintenance Service is failing to take action over unpaid child support.
In Parliament, I raised my constituent’s case of being stuck in a cycle of receiving one-off payments followed by nothing.
The Government must ensure children & parents get what they're owed.
In Parliament, I raised my constituent’s case of being stuck in a cycle of receiving one-off payments followed by nothing.
The Government must ensure children & parents get what they're owed.
November 24, 2025 at 3:38 PM
It is unacceptable that the Child Maintenance Service is failing to take action over unpaid child support.
In Parliament, I raised my constituent’s case of being stuck in a cycle of receiving one-off payments followed by nothing.
The Government must ensure children & parents get what they're owed.
In Parliament, I raised my constituent’s case of being stuck in a cycle of receiving one-off payments followed by nothing.
The Government must ensure children & parents get what they're owed.
Richard Tice’s comments are irresponsible and shameful.
There is no "overdiagnosis crisis" of children with neurodiverse issues.
The real crisis is a SEND system on its knees, where parents fight for every scrap of support and children are left without the help they desperately need and deserve.
There is no "overdiagnosis crisis" of children with neurodiverse issues.
The real crisis is a SEND system on its knees, where parents fight for every scrap of support and children are left without the help they desperately need and deserve.
MP hits back at Richard Tice over ‘dangerous’ SEND diagnosis remarks
Adam Dance says Richard Tice’s remarks risk taking the country backwards on inclusion and neurodiversity support
www.somersetlive.co.uk
November 24, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Richard Tice’s comments are irresponsible and shameful.
There is no "overdiagnosis crisis" of children with neurodiverse issues.
The real crisis is a SEND system on its knees, where parents fight for every scrap of support and children are left without the help they desperately need and deserve.
There is no "overdiagnosis crisis" of children with neurodiverse issues.
The real crisis is a SEND system on its knees, where parents fight for every scrap of support and children are left without the help they desperately need and deserve.
Our SEND system faces collapse, yet private equity firms providing SEND education are raking in soaring profits.
I fully back @bathnes.bsky.social call for the Government to cap provider's profits at 8%.
Children with special needs must come first - not greedy companies cashing in on the crisis.
I fully back @bathnes.bsky.social call for the Government to cap provider's profits at 8%.
Children with special needs must come first - not greedy companies cashing in on the crisis.
democracy.bathnes.gov.uk
November 24, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Our SEND system faces collapse, yet private equity firms providing SEND education are raking in soaring profits.
I fully back @bathnes.bsky.social call for the Government to cap provider's profits at 8%.
Children with special needs must come first - not greedy companies cashing in on the crisis.
I fully back @bathnes.bsky.social call for the Government to cap provider's profits at 8%.
Children with special needs must come first - not greedy companies cashing in on the crisis.
Our maternity services are being pushed to the brink.
65% of units aren’t meeting “good” safety standards according to the Care Quality Commission. This is terrifying.
That's why I’ve signed Helen Morgan’s letter urging the Government to take immediate action.
65% of units aren’t meeting “good” safety standards according to the Care Quality Commission. This is terrifying.
That's why I’ve signed Helen Morgan’s letter urging the Government to take immediate action.
November 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Our maternity services are being pushed to the brink.
65% of units aren’t meeting “good” safety standards according to the Care Quality Commission. This is terrifying.
That's why I’ve signed Helen Morgan’s letter urging the Government to take immediate action.
65% of units aren’t meeting “good” safety standards according to the Care Quality Commission. This is terrifying.
That's why I’ve signed Helen Morgan’s letter urging the Government to take immediate action.