"I allow myself to hope that the world will emerge from its present troubles, that it will one day learn to give the direction of its affairs, not to cruel swindlers and scoundrels, but to men possessed of wisdom and courage…” Bertrand Russell, Human Society in Ethics & Politics

“So much of the spending review is big capital expenditure that's going to take years to come into fruition.” The “story” of the spending review is big spending but little noticeable impact, says Lib Dem MP Al Pinkerton MP. @KaitBorsay | @AdamBoultonTABB | #TimesRadio

Al Pinkerton, "Some of the stuff we heard today is really fantastic... Big spending on the NHS" "But there were missed opportunities here.. A lack of investment in social care" "If you speak to anyone in the NHS they will say we cannot fix the NHS until we fix adult social

🚨Consultation on Local Government Reorganisation in Surrey 🚨 The Gov’t are consulting on proposals for reorganising local gov’t in Surrey This is your chance to have your say consultation finishes 5th Aug 👇 #Surrey #LocalGovernment #HaveYourSay consult.communities.gov.uk/local-governme…

Ashford Town, Spelthorne By-Election Liberal Democrat GAIN from Con 🔶 LD - Greg Neall - 539 - 27.4% - (New) ➡️ RFM - 459 - 23.4% - (New) 🔵 Con - 374 - 19.0% - (-18.5%) ⚪️ INDY - 359 - 18.3% (-9.7%) 🔴 LAB - 234 - 11.9% - (-2.2%) A great result by Greg and the local team.

Will Forster MP 🔶 Come along to our school summer fayre at Goldsworth Primary School tomorrow (Sunday) if you're free!

Met with a group of #Woking constituents who were taking part in the #ActNowChangeForever lobby of Parliament organised by the Climate Coalition. Great to chat about our shared passion to protect the environment and fight climate change.

Today Ed Davey and @MuniraWilson have written to Keir Starmer setting out five principles for SEND reform, and offering to work on a cross-party basis with the government to ensure the reforms deliver for children with SEND and their families.

Tomorrow is polling day in the Hoe Valley and #Woking South by-elections. I'm backing two fantastic Lib Dem candidates in Deborah Hughes and Louise Morales! Polls are open 7am-10pm and don't forget your ID!

#Woking has a long history as a constituency of supporting and welcoming refugees. I spoke in a debate on refugee citizenship rights to call for a fair and effective asylum system that upholds our obligations and treats people with dignity. Full Speech: youtu.be/hfZ1-8L48jI

#Woking’s community spirit is so strong, I’ve been to four village fetes today! Byfleet Parish Day, Knaphill Village Show, Lakeview Fun Day and Woking Park Community Day were all amazing - well done to all the volunteers to make it all happen!

Good to talk to the Woking News & Mail about my recent meeting with activists concerned about climate change. As #Woking’s MP, I will continue to campaign to stop sewage going in our rivers and for greater action on climate change. wokingnewsandmail.co.uk/news/feeling-t…

Liberal Democrats have been leading the fight to scrap Ofwat and replace it with a tougher regulator that will take action against polluters. Today, the Government appears to have finally listened. We will be holding their feet to the fire to ensure these promises are delivered

Had a brilliant time at #Woking’s The Lightbox last night for the opening of their Andy Warhol exhibition. A bold, vibrant celebration of pop art - well worth a visit if you’re in town!

Its really impressive how casualties have dropped (26%) since Wales implemented its award-winning default 20mph limit for urban/village areas. We publish an updated report on the first 12 months. bit.ly/4mkPRLI

Liberal Democrats are leading with young voters. People who are disappointed and frustrated with Labour are switching to back the Lib Dems.

Sorry to see PhoenixCulturalCtr /Fiery Bird in #Woking are unfortunately facing closure by the end of August. They have set up a crowdfunder to try and extend this to December or January to meet their commitments. Please support if you can👇 crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-phoenix…

Dominic Grieve is absolutely right. The Conservative Party has completely lost its moorings. Petrified that they are being munched by Reform, they just disappear ever faster down the far-right rabbit hole. Doomed.

I'm boycotting the state banquet to send a message to both Donald Trump and Keir Starmer that they cannot close their eyes and wish away the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Donald Trump can stop this catastrophe in Gaza and get the hostages released.

I fear we could have a situation where Trump comes to our country, is honoured with a lavish dinner at one of our finest palaces, yet no one reminds him that he has the power to stop the horrifying starvation, deaths and captivities in Gaza. theguardian.com/commentisfree/…