I’ve been speaking up for local maternity services since before I was elected as Cheltenham’s MP. Today, I asked the Prime Minister for reassurance that a temporary downgrade of the Aveta Birth Centre in 2022 under a Conservative government will not become permanent under Labour. 1/2

I asked business ministers for their views on the future of Cavendish House. It’s not right that outside investors sit on valuable property while our high streets are crying out for regeneration and investment. I’m pleased ministers agreed with me that sites should not be left vacant.

I run the Cheltenham MP and Business Forum to ensure I have an open channel with local businesses. Yesterday, I raised an urgent concern with ministers on behalf of Rendesco, in the hope of securing contracts to make our area more prosperous. 1/2

Violence against women & girls is a stain on society. Misogyny online continues to spread, all while Nigel Farage publicly describes Andrew Tate as an "important voice" for men. I asked the Home Secretary what steps she and the Minister are taking to progress halving violence against women & girls.

There’s been too much pre-budget speculation. That’s bad for business. I raised the concerns of Cheltenham businesses with the Chief Secretary to the Treasury in Parliament.

It’s time to end the Peter Mandelson charade. The government should boot him out of the House of Lords for good. I asked the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister to bring forward legislation to do just that.

Experts left and right have warned about the impact rapidly decreasing net migration will have on our economy and public services. I agree that we need a controlled system, but we can’t afford to put our economy or NHS at risk.

🏇 Race week brings huge investment to Cheltenham and sustains a lot of our local businesses. But it also presents challenges. I have been working for years to clean up bad behaviour by a minority of racegoers. My message to racegoers this week - have fun, spend money, and please respect our town.

Our democracy can only work if every vote counts. Five-party politics is firmly established in the UK (6 in Scotland & Wales). Labour & Conservatives must face reality: people demand proportional voting. I challenged the government on electoral reform so voices are heard equally & seats match votes.

BBC Politics asked me about Liberal Democrats’ chances at the elections on the 7th of May. We’re going to be strong contenders where we’re competitive against the Conservatives, & in many parts of the country we are now the only contenders against the divisive politics of Nigel Farage & Reform.

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As global oil prices skyrocket and conflict with Iran rages on, it’s clear that this administration continues to succumb to its worst impulses. @djrothkopf.bsky.social and @normornstein.bsky.social break down Trump's corrupt dealings and the battle for American democracy: YT: ow.ly/qPbh50Yu6aw

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Karoline Leavitt said the U.S. is blocking all vessels to and from Iran ports while keeping routes like the Strait of Hormuz open. #reels #iran #news #DonaldTrump #trending

Yesterday, Christian Nationalist Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC) said, "Look, January 6 is an issue that was made up in the first place...That was a staged thing from day one...there was a riot there but it was a self made riot by members who hate Trump. It was made up." h/t @acyn.bsky.social

Join Laadi Ojas in the latest episode of Skeletal Leap as he explores the dual nature of stress and how to achieve lightness. Discover the transformative power of chakra opening and skeletal reposturing. Listen now and start your journey toward personal heaven.

"I would like to [draw] the baby." In honor of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, throwback to 2020 when I sketched Baby Yoda and filmed my very first time lapse: www.instagram.com/p/CIb51k0hXK2 & www.tiktok.com/@artistsonth... #SelfTaught #Artist #Art #Illustration #Illustrator #Drawing #FanArt

Practicing poses of intimidation, rising need to utilize the facilities. Speaking of facilities, brb.

"Poverty is the leading cause of all ill health.. so austerity had a major role to play in spiralling mental illness since 2010" Natasha Devon on the hypocrisy of the Tory leader blaming social media for a surging mental health crisis.

Silly little cilia. Say that 5 times fast. #AGirlandHerGay #Science #Podcast #Curiosity

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HAPPY Heavenly BIRTHDAY to Gilbert "Gil" Scott-Heron (April 1, 1949 – May 27, 2011) was an American soul and jazz poet, musician, and author, known primarily for his work as a spoken-word performer in the 1970s and 1980s. #theraydiotwins

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#knicks #basketball #explore #fyp #BreakingNewsUSA Full story: https://jqjo.com/article/lkx20y54

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HUGE Bobby Witt homer to cut the Yankees lead to eight

THAT'S HOW THEY WILL FORGE VIDEOS OF AMADEU'S FORGED CONFESSIONS, BUT ALSO VIDEOS OF SMOKING AND DRINKING

Robert Jenrick claims Reform is for workers Reform voted against the Employment Rights Bill because they back zero-hours contracts & fire/rehire If you really were the party of workers you'd be asking why someone working 40hrs/wk cant afford to pay their bills in the 1st place

Human trafficking may be happening right under your nose and you may not even realize.

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Vegas threw DOLLARS at Blue Panther during the Slamfest legends match. 65 years old, multiple suicide dives, a crossbody, then a toss off the top for the win. The Pearl Theater crowd knew exactly what they were watching. Full breakdown on BC Wrestle Pod Network. 🎙️ https://linktw.in/UGMhEV #CMLL

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Yes we thought you might be able to watch on the plane. Well tomorrow is going to be big - argh I don't think I can take it. 🤣😂

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RT @JomboyMedia: Body type of the best little league player in your hometown

"Jeff Lenberg, a computer technologist implicated in the breaches in Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Georgia, made a video demonstrating how to compromise vote totals with software allegedly obtained in the breaches." #Resistance #WeAreTheFlood

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Jeff Bezos said the bottom half of Americans should pay zero federal income tax. It stands to reason. We should exempt low-income earners from taxes and impose higher progressive tax rates on high-income earners. This is the way to narrow the wealth gap in our country.

“Outside is America, America…” #pinks #proudblue #trumpsbootlickers

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🌟 Rising star - first big conference for him, so give him an applause 👏! Hendrik Rogge presents a great #poster today at #EASLCongress about the 📊 prediction of circulatory failure in intensive-care #patients with liver #cirrhosis & #ACLF. 👉 #POSTER FRI-182, up until 17h @medblab.bsky.social

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Hey Beard Gang! Good morning & happy Mon! Just wanted to share this week's live schedule. This one's a weird one. No stream Mon, Fri or Sun. Instead we will be live on Tues ( #Battlefield6 S3 Launch), Wed (more #AbioticFactor) & Thurs ( #Subnautica2 Launch).

"Tonight, you like me, but next week, you will hate me." EXCLUSIVE: After her victory on #AEWCollision, Stardom's Hazuki is now focused on the #OwenCup Tournament, and her next opponent, Persephone. #AEW #STARDOM

Video shows emergency crews working to rescue eight people who were left dangling midair on a roller coaster after it malfunctioned at Pleasure Pier in Galveston, Texas. The incident was a terrifying experience for riders at a Texas amusement park on Thursday. jpeg.ly/stW4A 

The sounds of your first summer evening, when Russia is your neighbour : ⚠️loud siren

Indiana's Christian nationalist Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith says the key to saving America is "giving people permission to hate" Islam, like he does: "I hate Islam. It's a demonic death cult." www.peoplefor.org/rightwingwat...

WEDNESDAY FASTCAST: Georgia's gas tax exemption ended last night, meaning higher gas prices - that and more in your Wednesday FastCast - Your news in a minute.

Wemby receives blessings before Game 1. #NBA

Cognitive debt can weigh you down! Each small burden adds up, making everyday tasks feel overwhelming. Let’s simplify our processes for a clearer path ahead. #Salesforce #SalesforceTrainingSolutions #SalesforceSuccessSecrets

You will not see this on mainstream US MEDIA 👇🏼🧐

A pundit calls out the offensive comparison of January 6th rioters to the nation's founders. This narrative is seen as a diversion from pressing economic issues like rising gas, electricity, and grocery costs. #January6th #PoliticalCommentary #EconomicIssues #USPolitics