Reinier van Mierlo
@rvanmierlo.bsky.social
Retired physiotherapist trauma in particular hip fractures. Research: frailty, deprivation & multi-morbidity. Husband of a city councillor & father of a MP. Liberal Democrat 🇪🇺🔶 Cyclist
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An FOI has revealed Homes England £25.5 MILLION into the hare-brained Chalgrove Airfield scheme. This madness needs to end. I've demanded a meeting with Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook to seek an explanation.
December 10, 2025 at 12:46 PM
An FOI has revealed Homes England £25.5 MILLION into the hare-brained Chalgrove Airfield scheme. This madness needs to end. I've demanded a meeting with Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook to seek an explanation.
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Today in the Commons, MPs voted on Al Pinkerton’s Customs Union Bill — proposing that the UK begin negotiations with the EU to form a Customs Union.
This could support economic growth, help UK businesses, and strengthen the revenue that funds our public services.
This could support economic growth, help UK businesses, and strengthen the revenue that funds our public services.
December 9, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Today in the Commons, MPs voted on Al Pinkerton’s Customs Union Bill — proposing that the UK begin negotiations with the EU to form a Customs Union.
This could support economic growth, help UK businesses, and strengthen the revenue that funds our public services.
This could support economic growth, help UK businesses, and strengthen the revenue that funds our public services.
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🚴♂️ Yesterday I cycled from Thame to Haddenham with local councillors, the Mayor of Thame and campaigners to show support for the Thame–Haddenham Greenway. Great momentum behind a safe, green route linking our communities. 🌿
December 6, 2025 at 11:04 AM
🚴♂️ Yesterday I cycled from Thame to Haddenham with local councillors, the Mayor of Thame and campaigners to show support for the Thame–Haddenham Greenway. Great momentum behind a safe, green route linking our communities. 🌿
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I’ve written to the Water Minister urging the Government to speed up long-promised reforms to protect the Thames.
Key protections for swimmers, rowers + paddleboarders are being delayed to 2027, while local events face sewage + E. coli warnings. Henley Swim has already shut down after 20 years
Key protections for swimmers, rowers + paddleboarders are being delayed to 2027, while local events face sewage + E. coli warnings. Henley Swim has already shut down after 20 years
December 5, 2025 at 6:01 PM
I’ve written to the Water Minister urging the Government to speed up long-promised reforms to protect the Thames.
Key protections for swimmers, rowers + paddleboarders are being delayed to 2027, while local events face sewage + E. coli warnings. Henley Swim has already shut down after 20 years
Key protections for swimmers, rowers + paddleboarders are being delayed to 2027, while local events face sewage + E. coli warnings. Henley Swim has already shut down after 20 years
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Great to meet CAE, a key local employer providing helicopter training simulators for the RAF, RN, Army, police and air ambulance. Simulator training saves Govt money and boosts UK readiness. I even flew the PUMA sim from RAF Benson to Sonning Common!
December 4, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Great to meet CAE, a key local employer providing helicopter training simulators for the RAF, RN, Army, police and air ambulance. Simulator training saves Govt money and boosts UK readiness. I even flew the PUMA sim from RAF Benson to Sonning Common!
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A look back at last month 🌿
It’s been a meaningful few weeks in Parliament and around our community. I’m grateful to everyone I’ve met and spoken with. As ever, if there’s anything you’d like to raise, please do get in touch
It’s been a meaningful few weeks in Parliament and around our community. I’m grateful to everyone I’ve met and spoken with. As ever, if there’s anything you’d like to raise, please do get in touch
December 1, 2025 at 6:14 PM
A look back at last month 🌿
It’s been a meaningful few weeks in Parliament and around our community. I’m grateful to everyone I’ve met and spoken with. As ever, if there’s anything you’d like to raise, please do get in touch
It’s been a meaningful few weeks in Parliament and around our community. I’m grateful to everyone I’ve met and spoken with. As ever, if there’s anything you’d like to raise, please do get in touch
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I spoke with BBC berks this morning to discuss the postcode lottery in IVF. Our area has among the most restrictive criteria in the country. The cost to families is tens of thousands of £ (if they can afford private care). Others lose their dream of a family forever.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Buckinghamshire IVF access left woman, 35, feeling 'robbed'
Kelly-Marie Madden-Giles says she felt like she was
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November 25, 2025 at 7:19 AM
I spoke with BBC berks this morning to discuss the postcode lottery in IVF. Our area has among the most restrictive criteria in the country. The cost to families is tens of thousands of £ (if they can afford private care). Others lose their dream of a family forever.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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I support the White Ribbon campaign to end violence against women and girls!
As a society, we must address the attitudes and behaviours that contribute to the fear of violence women experience in their day to day lives
As a society, we must address the attitudes and behaviours that contribute to the fear of violence women experience in their day to day lives
November 25, 2025 at 1:47 PM
I support the White Ribbon campaign to end violence against women and girls!
As a society, we must address the attitudes and behaviours that contribute to the fear of violence women experience in their day to day lives
As a society, we must address the attitudes and behaviours that contribute to the fear of violence women experience in their day to day lives
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I had my first outing last week on the Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee.
On digital ID, I asked if the minister (Ian Murray) was aware of data breaches in other countries.
He said, 'government data is pretty secure'.
Convinced? Me neither!
On digital ID, I asked if the minister (Ian Murray) was aware of data breaches in other countries.
He said, 'government data is pretty secure'.
Convinced? Me neither!
November 25, 2025 at 2:04 PM
I had my first outing last week on the Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee.
On digital ID, I asked if the minister (Ian Murray) was aware of data breaches in other countries.
He said, 'government data is pretty secure'.
Convinced? Me neither!
On digital ID, I asked if the minister (Ian Murray) was aware of data breaches in other countries.
He said, 'government data is pretty secure'.
Convinced? Me neither!
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Last week it was great to attend an All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) meeting on babies. Lots of great insights shared from clinicians and civil society organisations attending, including the importance of embedding better knowledge of childhood development in society
November 23, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Last week it was great to attend an All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) meeting on babies. Lots of great insights shared from clinicians and civil society organisations attending, including the importance of embedding better knowledge of childhood development in society
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It was great to celebrate International Men’s Day with a Dad Joke. But 2 weeks paternity leave is the REAL joke
November 23, 2025 at 11:04 AM
It was great to celebrate International Men’s Day with a Dad Joke. But 2 weeks paternity leave is the REAL joke
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On International Men’s Day, we’re highlighting positive male role models and raising awareness of men’s wellbeing. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Men and Boys,” is a chance to recognise the value they bring to our communities.
November 19, 2025 at 9:26 PM
On International Men’s Day, we’re highlighting positive male role models and raising awareness of men’s wellbeing. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Men and Boys,” is a chance to recognise the value they bring to our communities.
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Politicians across Oxfordshire have been petitioning the government to urgently act on the illegal dump in Kidlington.
Bicester & Woodstock MP Calum Miller, on Monday, raised an Urgent Question to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2025...
Bicester & Woodstock MP Calum Miller, on Monday, raised an Urgent Question to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2025...
November 19, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Politicians across Oxfordshire have been petitioning the government to urgently act on the illegal dump in Kidlington.
Bicester & Woodstock MP Calum Miller, on Monday, raised an Urgent Question to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2025...
Bicester & Woodstock MP Calum Miller, on Monday, raised an Urgent Question to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2025...
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Donald Trump is gunning for the BBC, and Farage is cheering him on. Want to know why? Follow the money…
November 19, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Donald Trump is gunning for the BBC, and Farage is cheering him on. Want to know why? Follow the money…
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Great to see Vicky the cow again - now all grown up and in Westminster! David Passmore, local farmer, is doing a fantastic job flying the flag for the farming community and I’m delighted to support him.
November 18, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Great to see Vicky the cow again - now all grown up and in Westminster! David Passmore, local farmer, is doing a fantastic job flying the flag for the farming community and I’m delighted to support him.
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Join Sue Ryder on 7 December, 4pm at The Barn, Purley on Thames for Celebrate a Life Thames Valley — a warm, supportive event to remember loved ones with readings, music and personal dedications. Spaces are limited. Find out more at sueryder.org/grief.
November 15, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Join Sue Ryder on 7 December, 4pm at The Barn, Purley on Thames for Celebrate a Life Thames Valley — a warm, supportive event to remember loved ones with readings, music and personal dedications. Spaces are limited. Find out more at sueryder.org/grief.
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I’m pleased to have joined the Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee.
Looking forward to getting started and contributing to its important work.
Looking forward to getting started and contributing to its important work.
November 13, 2025 at 6:54 PM
I’m pleased to have joined the Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee.
Looking forward to getting started and contributing to its important work.
Looking forward to getting started and contributing to its important work.
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Greener Henley’s Learn to Love Weeds campaign is a great example of local action on climate and nature - they need your support too to scale up impact!
www.henleyherald.com/2025/11/10/m...
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MP Freddie's Thank You pollinator feast - Henley Herald
Local MP, Freddie Van Mierlo received a Thank You planted pot from Diana Barnett of Greener Henley in recognition of the work he has been doing to support their Learn to Love The Weeds pledge for the ...
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November 13, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Greener Henley’s Learn to Love Weeds campaign is a great example of local action on climate and nature - they need your support too to scale up impact!
www.henleyherald.com/2025/11/10/m...
www.henleyherald.com/2025/11/10/m...
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Here at Goring we took Freddie along our part of the Royal Chilterns Way a few weeks ago, in order to point out the crazy diversion the route takes at South Stoke due to a short length where bikes are banned.
October 31, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Here at Goring we took Freddie along our part of the Royal Chilterns Way a few weeks ago, in order to point out the crazy diversion the route takes at South Stoke due to a short length where bikes are banned.
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We recently joined Freddie van Mierlo MP and Cllr Ben Higgins for a ride along our new Royal Chilterns Way route 🚴♂️🌳 Showing how great routes boost local economies & connect communities.
We’re pushing for safer, better-funded cycling for all.
🔗 https://www.cyclinguk.org/pedalling-rcw
We’re pushing for safer, better-funded cycling for all.
🔗 https://www.cyclinguk.org/pedalling-rcw
October 31, 2025 at 4:15 PM
We recently joined Freddie van Mierlo MP and Cllr Ben Higgins for a ride along our new Royal Chilterns Way route 🚴♂️🌳 Showing how great routes boost local economies & connect communities.
We’re pushing for safer, better-funded cycling for all.
🔗 https://www.cyclinguk.org/pedalling-rcw
We’re pushing for safer, better-funded cycling for all.
🔗 https://www.cyclinguk.org/pedalling-rcw
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I brought local farmers together in Watlington with the CLA & NFU to discuss the future of British farming — from fair funding to environmental schemes. I’ll keep standing up for Oxfordshire’s farmers in Parliament
November 11, 2025 at 5:59 PM
I brought local farmers together in Watlington with the CLA & NFU to discuss the future of British farming — from fair funding to environmental schemes. I’ll keep standing up for Oxfordshire’s farmers in Parliament
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Dexter Gordon Quartet
"Serenade In Blue"
Beautiful Ballad!
youtu.be/AlmyWyv0EYQ?...
#Jazz #JazzSky #JazzMusic #Music #NowPlaying
"Serenade In Blue"
Beautiful Ballad!
youtu.be/AlmyWyv0EYQ?...
#Jazz #JazzSky #JazzMusic #Music #NowPlaying
November 10, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Dexter Gordon Quartet
"Serenade In Blue"
Beautiful Ballad!
youtu.be/AlmyWyv0EYQ?...
#Jazz #JazzSky #JazzMusic #Music #NowPlaying
"Serenade In Blue"
Beautiful Ballad!
youtu.be/AlmyWyv0EYQ?...
#Jazz #JazzSky #JazzMusic #Music #NowPlaying
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At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them.
November 11, 2025 at 12:59 PM
At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them.
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💛 10,000 Cases Handled – Thank You for Your Trust
Since being elected, I’ve had the privilege of supporting over 10,000 cases for constituents across Henley and Thame.
Since being elected, I’ve had the privilege of supporting over 10,000 cases for constituents across Henley and Thame.
November 10, 2025 at 9:02 AM
💛 10,000 Cases Handled – Thank You for Your Trust
Since being elected, I’ve had the privilege of supporting over 10,000 cases for constituents across Henley and Thame.
Since being elected, I’ve had the privilege of supporting over 10,000 cases for constituents across Henley and Thame.
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This is why OFWAT needs to be scrapped. They don’t even understand that the ONLY real source of income for water companies is bill payers
November 8, 2025 at 8:35 PM
This is why OFWAT needs to be scrapped. They don’t even understand that the ONLY real source of income for water companies is bill payers