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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 11h

Landlines are changing, and the UK’s telephone network is going digital by January 2027.
BT is raising awareness of what the switch means for people and those who support them.

Learn more and get prepared: buff.ly/69GSalL

#BTConnectedTogether #DigitalVoice

Connected Together - All-IP - About BT | BT Plc

How to support friends and family with the digital landline switchover

www.bt.com

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 17h

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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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 17h

It was wonderful to be joined by @eddavey.libdems.org.uk at Cairnie Fruit Farm’s pumpkin patch yesterday, where we met with the incredible team and young people from Fife Young Carers 🎃

It’s vital that we continue to make sure that young carers have the support they deserve 🧡

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 1d

Had a lovely time visiting Elie Kirk yesterday - you can find out more about the Kirk here: e-voice.org.uk/ekcel/

Home - Elie Kirk Community Enterprise Limited

view of elie church

e-voice.org.uk

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 1d

It was lovely to pop by The Cheesy Toast Shack in St Andrews yesterday and pick up one of their special Breast Cancer Awareness Month biscuits 💗🍪

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 1d

It was lovely visiting HC-One Scotland’s Balnacarron Care Home with @willierennie.bsky.social yesterday. We really enjoyed meeting residents and staff, and hearing more about the fantastic services they provide.

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 5d

Check out my latest newsletter - inside you’ll find highlights from Lib Dem Conference, updates on what I’ve been doing locally this week, and how I’m pushing for change on issues that matter to North East Fife.

Read it here: wendychamberlain.scot/so/f8Pc5P_2b...

Weekly Newsletter

Welcome to my weekly newsletter - thank you for subscribing!

wendychamberlain.scot

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 5d

📬 Our local Post Offices in North East Fife are essential community lifelines.

I’ve called on constituents to take part in the UK Government’s consultation before it ends on Monday. Let’s make sure the value of our branches is heard loud and clear.

Read more: buff.ly/QrV1PGh

Political Opinion: Lib Dem MP urges local people to “speak up” for North East Fife’s Post Offices

Liberal Democrat MP for North East Fife, Wendy Chamberlain MP, is urging local constituents to make their voices heard as part of a consultation on Post Office services. People are being urged to…

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 5d

My Senior Parliamentary Researcher has written a great blog about her time accompanying me at Lib Dem Autumn Conference - from the people she met to the organisations she engaged with.

You can read it here: www.wendychamberlain.scot/post/lib-dem...

Lib Dem Autumn Conference

Guest blog written by Kathryn, Wendy’s Senior Parliamentary Researcher. On 20th September Liberal Democrat MPs, their staff, party members, journalists and various sector representatives descended…

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 6d

Scottish Gas customers in North East Fife could be eligible for up to £2,000 support with energy bills this winter.

➡️ Grants are available for those with energy debt, and further help is open to all energy customers.

Apply here: britishgasenergytrust.org.uk/grants-avail...

Grants Available - British Gas Energy Trust

Apply to the British Gas Energy Trust for grants to clear domestic gas & electricity debts. You must get money advice before applying.

britishgasenergytrust.org.uk

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 6d

Devastated by this attack on such an important day for the Jewish community.

My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families and everyone affected in the community.

Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 6d

Horrified and appalled by the attack outside Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.

My thoughts are with the victims, our brave emergency services and the entire Jewish community.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 8d

Unlike Farage, we're proud of Britain.

Britain has problems that need fixing, but we must never forget our strengths, our people and our values.

They are what make this country special.🇬🇧

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 7d

⚠️ Storm Amy is due Friday, bringing heavy rain and strong winds.

Be prepared:

🔌 Call 105 for power cuts
🔦 Keep a torch handy
📱 Charge your power bank
🛏️ Have blankets ready
💧 Don’t touch electrics in flood water

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 7d

Very glad to see that internet has been restored in Afghanistan. We must find out how this happened and ensure it doesn't happen again. www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...

Internet and cell phone resume in Afghanistan

Cell phone and internet services were restored in Afghanistan on Wednesday, local residents said, some 48 hours after diplomatic and industry sources said connectivity was abruptly cut on the orders of the Taliban administration.

www.reuters.com

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 7d

I've written to the UK Govt urging immediate action to address the Taliban’s internet blackout in Afghanistan.

Connectivity is a lifeline for aid, medical care, education & families. Cutting it off risks lives.

Read my letter below ⬇️

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 7d

I’ve written to Stagecoach about their decision to reduce the 65 service between St Andrews and Perth via Newburgh.

I’ve urged Stagecoach to rethink this decision and work with partners to protect reliable public transport for our communities.

Read my letter here ⬇️

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 7d

Fundraiser for Ukraine in Pittenweem 💙💛

Coastline Community Church are holding a special concert with Carpe Diem Choir to fundraise for Ukraine.

🕒 Saturday 11th October, 3pm
📍 Coastline Community Church, Pittenweem
🎟 Tickets available here: ticketsource.co.uk/coastline-community-church

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 7d

Labour’s plans for mandatory Digital ID cards are nothing more than an expensive gimmick. They risk excluding older people, disabled people, and those without digital access - while costing taxpayers billions.

You can read my blog on why I’m opposing these plans here: buff.ly/4CksNAM

Opposing Labour’s Plans for Digital ID Cards

This week, I joined my Liberal Democrat colleagues in launching a national petition against the Labour Government’s plans to introduce mandatory Digital ID cards. You can sign the petition here:…

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 8d

As we reach the end of September, here is a roundup of all the casework my team and I have done this month, as well as some of the topics mentioned to us the most.

Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 8d

👏 Huge congratulations to Ben Langlands of Anstruther Fish Bar for being named in the Top 14 Drywite Young Fish Frier category at the National Fish and Chip Awards 2026!

This is a fantastic achievement and a real testament to Ben’s hard work and dedication. 🍟🐟

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 8d

A reminder that the Wee Day Oot takes place this Saturday as part of the Fife Climate Festival!

Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 27d

🌍 The Fife Climate Festival 2025 programme is live!

📅 20 Sept-19 Oct, the festival will feature 60+ community-led events across Fife.

🎉 Headline event – A Wee Day Oot at Lochore Meadows on 4 Oct: a free, family-friendly day full of activities and inspiration.

Find out more here: buff.ly/zQc7CrH

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 8d

Last weekend would have been Dr Susan Michaelis’ 63rd birthday. Together with her husband, she founded the Lobular Moon Shot Project, driving vital research into lobular breast cancer.

I’m proud to support this important work and to honour Susan’s legacy 🧡

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 8d

It was a privilege to write a tribute to Lord Campbell, who inspired so many with his dedication, kindness, and leadership. His legacy will live on, and it was an honour to reflect on his life and contribution.

Read my tribute here: www.wendychamberlain.scot/post/in-memo...

In Memory of Lord Campbell

Last week, we, in North East Fife, the University of St Andrews, and both the Scottish and Federal Liberal Democrats lost one of our great parliamentarians and representatives, Lord Campbell of…

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 8d

🌍 Fairtrade Fortnight is here - a moment to stand up for fairer trade and better futures for farmers and workers across the globe.

Let’s use our consumer choices to push for an economic system that supports people and the planet.

Learn more and get involved here: www.fairtrade.net/uk-en/get-in...

Fairtrade Fortnight

We want to build a world where everyone benefits from quality products, and enjoys quality of life. But this can not be done in a silo.

www.fairtrade.net

Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 9d

Work is underway to improve the quality of Bathing Water at Lower Largo Bay ahead of the 2026 bathing season.

Scottish Water are holding a community drop in event where residents can get more information.

📅 Durham Hall, Lower Largo on Tuesday 4 November, 4–7pm.