Long A&E Waits in Somerset Hit Nearly 13,000 Mark
Nearly 13,000 patients in Somerset endured waits of 12 hours or more in A&E, new figures from NHS England reveal.
15 Nov 2024
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22,143 GP appointments at risk in Somerset due to national insurance hike
The rise in employers’ national insurance announced at the Budget could put 22,143 GP appointments at risk in Somerset due to increased costs to practices Liberal Democrat analysis has revealed.
12 Nov 2024
121 Farms in Yeovil face new ‘Family Farm Tax,’ MP Adam Dance urges Government to reverse decision
A proposed "family farm tax" could impact 121 farms in Yeovil and South Somerset following a government decision to reduce inheritance tax relief for farmers.
8 Nov 2024
Adam Dance MP responds to the cancellation of the scheme to dual the A358 Ilminster to Taunton
“I am relieved this proposal has now been cancelled as the scheme was, in my view, too extensive and too expensive, and would have remained in planning for many years to come."
4 Nov 2024
Liberal Democrats will hold the Government’s “feet to the fire” on extra NHS funding
The Liberal Democrats have said they will hold the Government’s “feet to the fire” in response to the Autumn Budget today.
30 Oct 2024
Adam Dance MP Proudly Supports Liberal Democrat Motions to Address Health and Care Crises on Party’s First Opposition Day in 15 Years
Adam Dance MP, Liberal Democrat representative for Yeovil and South Somerset, has expressed his pride in voting in favour of two critical motions aimed at tackling the UK's healthcare and social care crises.
17 Oct 2024
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Black History Month 2024
October is Black History Month - a chance to celebrate the Black British community, acknowledge their contributions and discover their stories.
CJ
17 Oct 2024
Carers
A Fair Deal for Family Carers
Carers are not just support for their loved ones—they are the glue holding our fragile social care system together. They deserve more than token acknowledgements or empty promises.
LD
17 Sep 2024
Environment
The Clean Water Authority
Liberal Democrats believe that everyone has the right to enjoy clean, safe water and unpolluted rivers, lakes, and coastlines. We are committed to ending the national sewage scandal and holding water companies accountable for their environmental impact.
LD
17 Sep 2024
Carers
Reversing the cuts to Bereavement Support Payments
Liberal Democrats have passed new policy to stand up for bereaved families and kinship carers, so more young people can grow up in a loving, stable home.
16 Sep 2024
Home Affairs
Fixing Our Broken Prison System
For too long, years of neglect and mismanagement by the previous Conservative Government have pushed our prison system into a deep crisis.
LD
16 Sep 2024
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Fair Votes Now!
The Liberal Democrats have long championed proportional representation, advocating for a voting system where every vote truly counts. We believe that reforming our electoral system is crucial for a fairer democracy and better governance.
LD
16 Sep 2024
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