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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 1d

My message to the millions of One Nation conservatives who reject the divisive politics of Badenoch and Farage is this:

Come and join us. Help us save our country. Come and win with us.

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · 3d

I’m delighted to confirm that I’ve held well over 100 ‘surgeries’ across Wells and Mendip Hills constituency since the election last year.

From community cafes, to pubs and coffee shops, I love meeting you in such welcoming venues. Thank you if you’ve come to talk to me.

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Daniel Mumby @danielmumbyldr.bsky.social · Sep 5

#Somerset MPs Sir Ashley Fox (@conservatives.bsky.social, #Bridgwater) and @tessamunt.bsky.social (@libdems.org.uk, #Wells and Mendip Hills) have called for a debate on flood prevention in light of planned EA maintenance cuts: www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/2544441... #LDReporter

Somerset MPs call for parliamentary debate over planned flood prevention cuts

Somerset MPs have called for a debate in parliament on proposed cuts to flood prevention and maintenance work across the county.

www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk

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

Britain can’t afford Elon’s next power trip.

Today I’ve written to the Energy Secretary urging him to block Musk’s electricity supply licence. The government should be putting the national interest first, not worrying about upsetting Elon Musk.

Letter from Ed Davey MP to Ed Miliband, Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, urging him to block Elon Musk’s bid for a UK electricity supply licence.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Aug 15

“Peaceful protest is a fundamental pillar of any liberal democracy, and this legislation is denying people that right.”

@lisasmartmp.bsky.social writes to the Home Secretary to challenge the Terrorism Act 2000 - after terrorism powers were against peaceful protesters supporting Palestine Action. ⬇️

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Aug 8

Yes, on #SevereMEDay, thinking of all those affected directly or indirectly.

We must see the weak commitments in the government’s Final Delivery Plan turned into meaningful reality.

You’re not alone💙.

Action for ME @actionforme.bsky.social · Aug 8

Today is #SevereMEDay 💙

Around 1 in 4 people with ME are severely affected by the condition.

They experience extreme physical, cognitive and sensory dysfunction that leaves them bed or housebound.

Graphic created by the World ME Alliance for Severe ME Day, on August 8th. Dark background with small photo of a person in bed. Text in circles surround it, each describing the impact of Severe ME.

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Aug 4

Good points. 🙏🏽. This is the Final version. It builds upon an Interim plan and ‘completed’ refers to actions in that. Monitoring implementation and impact will be critical. Disappointing that the Plan is just a series of actions rather than having outcomes describing real differences made for #pwME.

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Aug 4

It’s August, time for the wonderful Somerset tradition of ‘harvest home’ as communities celebrate our fantastic rural way of life. This Saturday we had over 700 people come together for Hewish, Puxton & Wick St Lawrence Harvest Home.
#HarvestHome #Somerset #NorthSomerset

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 22

That’s a really good question! I’ll see what I can do. Thank you!

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 22

At last….

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 22

Delighted that the Final Delivery Plan is finally available 👇🏽

Now to read the detail… 🤔

Thanks to all those who have been an encouragement on our long journey.

www.gov.uk/government/p...

Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS): the final delivery plan

www.gov.uk

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 22

Sadly, the long wait for the Final ME Delivery Plan has continued…The Times and campaign groups were able to publish details of the Plan at midnight, but it wasn’t available to the rest of us at midday. 🙏🏽 to Minister Ashley Dalton for coming to reiterate this isn’t how it should be. Fresh start?

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 22

I know 🤷🏼‍♂️.

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 22

And now there’s been a Ministerial Statement. Hopefully the Plan will be available soon(ish). 👇🏽

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Written statements - Written questions, answers and statements - UK Parliament

Information from UK Parliament on written questions & answers, written statements and daily reports.

questions-statements.parliament.uk

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 21

Thanks for a helpful summary of the Final ME Delivery Plan @actionforme.bsky.social 👇🏽

Action for ME @actionforme.bsky.social · Jul 21

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❗️ DHSC publishes the Final Delivery Plan on ME/CFS

The Department of Health & Social Care has published the Final Delivery Plan on #MECFS

We have issued a detailed statement on our website 👇

www.actionforme.org.uk/dhsc-publish...

#pwME #MyalgicE #MyalgicEncephalomyelitis #FundThePlan

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 21

June 30 + 22…
🥳 I’m hugely relieved that DHSC is apparently publishing the Final Delivery Plan today. But it’s contemptuous that it is only being released as the long Summer Recess starts, depriving MPs of the opportunity for proper scrutiny.

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Boost in support for patients with chronic fatigue syndrome or ME

Better care for patients living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, with plans to invest in research and offer closer to home.

tinyurl.com

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 21

I recently spoke in a Westminster Hall debate to highlight that ADHD is significantly overrepresented in our prisons, negatively impacting on rehabilitation and reoffending. Time to investigate why and what can be done to help - good for people with ADHD, good to reduce numbers in prison. 👍🏾👍🏾

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 15

June 30 + 10… and with still no sign of the ME Delivery Plan, last Thursday I again asked the Leader of the House, @LucyMPowell, if she could help bring an end to the delay which is so disrespectful for #pwME. I’m grateful for her acknowledgement and commitment to follow up. 👍🏾

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 9

June 30 + 9……no ME Delivery Plan.

Grateful to HelenMorganLibDem.bsky.social LibDem Health Spokesperson for writing to rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social asking that the Plan be published very soon.

We owe it to #pwME to recognise the urgency of the challenge and take immediate action to address it.

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 8

‘People affected by ME have already suffered too much, for far too long. We owe it to them to recognise the urgency of the challenge and take immediate action to address it.’

#PublishThePlan

#pwME

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 8

June 30 + 8… still no Delivery Plan on ME.

Grateful to helenmorganlibdem.bsky.social, LibDem Health Spokesperson for writing to rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social asking that the Plan be published very shortly.

We want people with ME, and their carers, to know that the LibDems are on their side.

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 7

I'm honoured to have served the residents of Wells and Mendip Hills as their MP for the past 12 months.

I'll always try to help if I can. To reach me call 01934 440639 or message me on [email protected]

Thank you for entrusting me with this privilege.

Tessa

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 5

Wonderful to take part in the commemorative photocall of all women MPs, marking 97 years since women gained the right to vote on equal terms with men. Each MP received a personalised sash from @centenary.bsky.social made by Re:make Newport, marking our place in the history of #WomenInParliament.

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Tessa Munt MP 🔶 @tessamunt.bsky.social · Jul 4

Big congrats @dannychambers.bsky.social! A wonderful achievement! Such a great example one year on of the @libdems.org.uk contribution to Parliament as the constructive opposition. 👍🏾

British Veterinary Association @britishvets.bsky.social · Jul 4

Huge win for #AnimalWelfare! After years of campaigning by BVA & others, we're delighted that the #PuppySmugglingBill has got the MPs' vote.

It now heads to @houseoflords.parliament.uk -once passed, it'll help end puppy smuggling & import of pets with harmful mutilations. @dannychambers.bsky.social

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ThereForME @thereforme.bsky.social · Jul 1

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Campaign Update #22: Seeds of hope

We're chasing seeds of hope today despite some frustrating Delivery Plan news

www.thereforme.uk

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