Newton Abbot Liberal Democrats

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Local Lib Dem News and Views

2026: Week 44 - Remembrance, Water leaks and GP funding

This week marked Remembrance Sunday, the time of year we remember our armed forces and those we have lost.

12 Nov 2026

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2026: Week 43 - Budget, Water and Cats

This week saw the Chancellor, John Healey, announce his first budget.

5 Nov 2026

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Photo of the National Curry Award presentation

2026: Week 42 - National Curry Awards and Ukraine

I started the week with an invitation to the National Curry Awards ceremony, which was being held at the House of Lords. These awards were established in 2019 to shine a spotlight on the accomplishments of the UK’s curry industry and celebrate its success

29 Oct 2026

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2026: Week 41 - Drought, Goats and U3A

It was announced last week that parts of Devon and Cornwall, including our area, are now classed as being in a severe drought status.

22 Oct 2026

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2026: Week 40 - All things local

This week I’ve been focusing on all things local and discovering that we have more fantastic businesses and individuals right here in the constituency!

15 Oct 2026

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2026: Week 39 - Palantir and South West Water

As conference season continues I’ve been working hard in the constituency and keeping an eye on what Andy Burnham is saying.

8 Oct 2026

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2026: Week 38 - Conference and Water Ownership

The last weekend saw the Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference, well attended by MPs, local councillors and many members of the party.

1 Oct 2026

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2026: Week 37: South West Water and Remembering 9/11

Although the debates in Parliament have slowed down due to conference season, I have still had a hugely busy week.

24 Sep 2026

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2026: Week 36 - Health bill and LGR pause....

This week the Government’s Health Bill was debated in Parliament. I had the opportunity to speak a number of times during the debate, with my focus being on data security of such sensitive information.

17 Sep 2026

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