Oli Henman
@olihenman.bsky.social
Taking action for people and planet, environmental campaigner, Councillor in Bath & N E Somerset
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Trump Press Secretary’s Spin Implodes as Fresh Boat Bombing Horrors Rattle GOP
As Karoline Leavitt struggles to defend awful new revelations about the bombings, The Contrarian’s Jennifer Rubin explains why even Republicans are shaken—and why this will only get worse for Trump.
As Karoline Leavitt struggles to defend awful new revelations about the bombings, The Contrarian’s Jennifer Rubin explains why even Republicans are shaken—and why this will only get worse for Trump.
Trump Press Sec Spin Implodes as Fresh Boat Bombing Horrors Rattle GOP
As Karoline Leavitt struggles to defend awful new revelations about the bombings, The Contrarian’s Jennifer Rubin explains why even Republicans are shaken—and why this will only get worse for Trump.
newrepublic.com
December 2, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Trump Press Secretary’s Spin Implodes as Fresh Boat Bombing Horrors Rattle GOP
As Karoline Leavitt struggles to defend awful new revelations about the bombings, The Contrarian’s Jennifer Rubin explains why even Republicans are shaken—and why this will only get worse for Trump.
As Karoline Leavitt struggles to defend awful new revelations about the bombings, The Contrarian’s Jennifer Rubin explains why even Republicans are shaken—and why this will only get worse for Trump.
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Brexit robbed young people of countless opportunities - rejoining Erasmus is the right step to undo some of the damage.
https://www.theguardian.com/education/2025/dec/01/uk-agreement-rejoin-erasmus-eu-student-exchange-scheme-brexit?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
https://www.theguardian.com/education/2025/dec/01/uk-agreement-rejoin-erasmus-eu-student-exchange-scheme-brexit?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
UK aims to secure agreement to rejoin Erasmus student exchange scheme
Britain quit EU programme after Brexit, when Boris Johnson claimed it did not offer good value for money
www.theguardian.com
December 2, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Brexit robbed young people of countless opportunities - rejoining Erasmus is the right step to undo some of the damage.
https://www.theguardian.com/education/2025/dec/01/uk-agreement-rejoin-erasmus-eu-student-exchange-scheme-brexit?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
https://www.theguardian.com/education/2025/dec/01/uk-agreement-rejoin-erasmus-eu-student-exchange-scheme-brexit?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
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The economic damage Brexit has caused is undeniable - even Brexiteers are now admitting it.
https://www.thetimes.com/business/economics/article/we-brexiteers-must-acknowledge-the-costs-of-leaving-europe-p3mhqd66f
https://www.thetimes.com/business/economics/article/we-brexiteers-must-acknowledge-the-costs-of-leaving-europe-p3mhqd66f
We Brexiteers must acknowledge the costs of leaving Europe
Breaking free from the EU has undoubtedly deepened the UK’s malaise, and it’s no use denying it
www.thetimes.com
November 30, 2025 at 8:13 AM
The economic damage Brexit has caused is undeniable - even Brexiteers are now admitting it.
https://www.thetimes.com/business/economics/article/we-brexiteers-must-acknowledge-the-costs-of-leaving-europe-p3mhqd66f
https://www.thetimes.com/business/economics/article/we-brexiteers-must-acknowledge-the-costs-of-leaving-europe-p3mhqd66f
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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.
Great to pop into the #ClimateHub in #Bath today- I was glad to help to get the space set up and it’s exciting to see how much this local network has grown in 1 year- keep going to share practical information and advice on ways to decarbonise our lives!
November 28, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Great to pop into the #ClimateHub in #Bath today- I was glad to help to get the space set up and it’s exciting to see how much this local network has grown in 1 year- keep going to share practical information and advice on ways to decarbonise our lives!
Great to hear Areeba Hamid from @greenpeaceuk.bsky.social at #WildSummit highlighting that the costs of damage which is already happening due to climate change are greater than costs of transition- we must move faster to respond and deliver change!
September 11, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Great to hear Areeba Hamid from @greenpeaceuk.bsky.social at #WildSummit highlighting that the costs of damage which is already happening due to climate change are greater than costs of transition- we must move faster to respond and deliver change!
Great to be at the national #wildsummit in Bristol, at the opening Richard Benwell calls for UK to ‘build, build, build for biodiversity!’
September 11, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Great to be at the national #wildsummit in Bristol, at the opening Richard Benwell calls for UK to ‘build, build, build for biodiversity!’
Thanks to everyone who voted for me in the West of England Mayor election. I’m delighted that I came top in the Bath & NE Somerset part of the poll and I congratulate Helen Godwin on her win!
www.somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-n...
www.somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-n...
How your area voted for West of England Mayor and who won where
A different candidate came top in each different area
www.somersetlive.co.uk
May 2, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Thanks to everyone who voted for me in the West of England Mayor election. I’m delighted that I came top in the Bath & NE Somerset part of the poll and I congratulate Helen Godwin on her win!
www.somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-n...
www.somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-n...
Getting the vote out in #Bath today with @werahobhouse.bsky.social, we need an accountable West of England Mayor who will work for residents!
May 1, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Getting the vote out in #Bath today with @werahobhouse.bsky.social, we need an accountable West of England Mayor who will work for residents!
Polls are open! It’s been a dynamic campaign- thanks for all the support. Today is your chance to vote for a West of England Mayor who will listen, connect and deliver better services for our region! Get out and vote #Oli4WECA
May 1, 2025 at 7:47 AM
Polls are open! It’s been a dynamic campaign- thanks for all the support. Today is your chance to vote for a West of England Mayor who will listen, connect and deliver better services for our region! Get out and vote #Oli4WECA
Out and about in the sun in #Bath, lots of support for my plans for better transport, jobs and housing. Vote #LibDem tomorrow for a brighter future! @werahobhouse.bsky.social @bristollibdems.bsky.social
April 30, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Out and about in the sun in #Bath, lots of support for my plans for better transport, jobs and housing. Vote #LibDem tomorrow for a brighter future! @werahobhouse.bsky.social @bristollibdems.bsky.social
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Voters in Canada have shown that it is liberals who are standing up to Trump and Putin's hate fuelled politics.
Those of us in the West of England have the chance to send a similar message on Thursday - by electing Liberal Democrat champion @olihenman.bsky.social to stand up for our community🔶💪
Those of us in the West of England have the chance to send a similar message on Thursday - by electing Liberal Democrat champion @olihenman.bsky.social to stand up for our community🔶💪
Canada election live: Mark Carney vows ‘Trump will never break us’ after election win
In a remarkable victory in the Canadian election, the Liberals are projected to win more seats than Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative party - but it isn't clear yet if they will secure an outright majo...
www.independent.co.uk
April 29, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Voters in Canada have shown that it is liberals who are standing up to Trump and Putin's hate fuelled politics.
Those of us in the West of England have the chance to send a similar message on Thursday - by electing Liberal Democrat champion @olihenman.bsky.social to stand up for our community🔶💪
Those of us in the West of England have the chance to send a similar message on Thursday - by electing Liberal Democrat champion @olihenman.bsky.social to stand up for our community🔶💪
Another great turnout in #Bath today, pushing towards the #WECA election- this election is looking very tight, every vote will count! Vote for a brighter future- #Oli4WECA #LibDems @werahobhouse.bsky.social @bristollibdems.bsky.social
April 27, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Another great turnout in #Bath today, pushing towards the #WECA election- this election is looking very tight, every vote will count! Vote for a brighter future- #Oli4WECA #LibDems @werahobhouse.bsky.social @bristollibdems.bsky.social
Teams out all over the region for the final weekend on the #WECA campaign- morning in Brislington, afternoon in Thornbury! Thanks for all the support! #Oli4WECA #LibDems @claireyoungmp.bsky.social @bristollibdems.bsky.social
April 26, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Teams out all over the region for the final weekend on the #WECA campaign- morning in Brislington, afternoon in Thornbury! Thanks for all the support! #Oli4WECA #LibDems @claireyoungmp.bsky.social @bristollibdems.bsky.social
Well now- @stephenkb.bsky.social Stephen Bush of the @FT is predicting that we will win #WECA! It’s a tight 4 or 5 way race so every vote will matter! #Oli4WECA #LibDems
April 23, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Well now- @stephenkb.bsky.social Stephen Bush of the @FT is predicting that we will win #WECA! It’s a tight 4 or 5 way race so every vote will matter! #Oli4WECA #LibDems
Another great evening talking to local residents in #Keynsham- thanks for the useful suggestions on ways to improve the buses and expand our local rail network! #Oli4WECA @bristollibdems.bsky.social
April 17, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Another great evening talking to local residents in #Keynsham- thanks for the useful suggestions on ways to improve the buses and expand our local rail network! #Oli4WECA @bristollibdems.bsky.social
Time for change in the West of England! @bristollibdems.bsky.social @werahobhouse.bsky.social #WECA #LibDems www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/...
West of England mayor candidates: Oli Henman
www.bbc.co.uk
April 11, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Time for change in the West of England! @bristollibdems.bsky.social @werahobhouse.bsky.social #WECA #LibDems www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/...
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Thanks to everyone getting our message out over this sunny weekend- we’ve had teams out across the region! Great to be joined by Bath MP, @werahobhouse.bsky.social!
Together, we’re pushing for a better future, joined up transport and new opportunities for the West of England-
Together, we’re pushing for a better future, joined up transport and new opportunities for the West of England-
April 6, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Thanks to everyone getting our message out over this sunny weekend- we’ve had teams out across the region! Great to be joined by Bath MP, @werahobhouse.bsky.social!
Together, we’re pushing for a better future, joined up transport and new opportunities for the West of England-
Together, we’re pushing for a better future, joined up transport and new opportunities for the West of England-
Busy day in the sunshine in #Keynsham today- very positive chats on the doors. People are looking for change and they can see the Lib Dem team delivering locally!
April 5, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Busy day in the sunshine in #Keynsham today- very positive chats on the doors. People are looking for change and they can see the Lib Dem team delivering locally!
Great to join the Transport #Hustings for #WECA last night at @wshed.bsky.social Thanks to @beardedjourno.bsky.social for hosting- lively questions and debate!
April 3, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Great to join the Transport #Hustings for #WECA last night at @wshed.bsky.social Thanks to @beardedjourno.bsky.social for hosting- lively questions and debate!
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🚨 BREAKING: Trump imposes 10% tariffs on UK imports.
“If there was any doubt, Trump is no friend of Britain and his unprovoked trade war will be felt by ordinary people across the UK in their pocket and in cuts to public spending." @pimlicat.bsky.social
www.bestforbritain.org/trump_hits_u...
“If there was any doubt, Trump is no friend of Britain and his unprovoked trade war will be felt by ordinary people across the UK in their pocket and in cuts to public spending." @pimlicat.bsky.social
www.bestforbritain.org/trump_hits_u...
Trump hits UK with new tariffs
The new tariffs were confirmed despite the UK Government's best efforts to secure an exemption for the UK.
www.bestforbritain.org
April 2, 2025 at 9:10 PM
🚨 BREAKING: Trump imposes 10% tariffs on UK imports.
“If there was any doubt, Trump is no friend of Britain and his unprovoked trade war will be felt by ordinary people across the UK in their pocket and in cuts to public spending." @pimlicat.bsky.social
www.bestforbritain.org/trump_hits_u...
“If there was any doubt, Trump is no friend of Britain and his unprovoked trade war will be felt by ordinary people across the UK in their pocket and in cuts to public spending." @pimlicat.bsky.social
www.bestforbritain.org/trump_hits_u...
Nomination papers are in- I’m now officially a candidate for West of England Mayor! #WECA We can deliver a fairer, greener, brighter future- get in touch if you want to help bring change @bristollibdems.bsky.social @libdems.org.uk
March 30, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Nomination papers are in- I’m now officially a candidate for West of England Mayor! #WECA We can deliver a fairer, greener, brighter future- get in touch if you want to help bring change @bristollibdems.bsky.social @libdems.org.uk