Our children are our future. We must give them the best start we can afford. The Liberal Democrats will fight for a fair deal for children across Wales and the UK.
Here in Brecon we are proud that our Lib Dem-led Powys county council leads the way on this.
I am very humbled and tremendously excited to have been selected by our members in Brecon and Radnorshire to lead the campaign to win back our top Welsh target seat. I was raised on a diet of Welsh politics and am so proud to be fighting for B&R at the next election.
.
@LibDemDavid
has been announced as our candidate for the next General Election in the battleground seat of Brecon & Radnorshire!
The Conservatives have taken Wales for granted for far too long & a vote for David is a vote for a strong community voice
Freedom of movement across the EU gave me access to further education. It helped me to dig myself out of a very deep hole. I have 6 younger brothers and sisters and I just want them to have the same opportunities that I did!
Today’s YouGov MRP poll has the Liberal Democrats in clear second place in Brecon, Radnor and Cwm-Tawe, within touching distance of the Conservatives.
The Liberal Democrats are the only party capable of beating the Conservatives here. Tactical voting will be crucial!
Yesterday Jo Swinson was quite right to call for a caretaker government to thwart no-deal. Jeremy Corbyn doesn’t command enough respect to lead the resistance.
#libdems
Don’t forget - it was the Liberal Democrats who punctured Boris Johnson’s aura of invincibility when
@SarahGreenLD
won the Chesham and Amersham by-election in June 2021. Until then, media pundits were saying he would reign for a decade.
#libdems
Some excellent canvassing results today from Ellesmere in North Shropshire. Lots of former Conservative voters lining up to vote for
@helenhalcrow
- they’re repulsed by the Birmingham lawyer foisted on them. We can win this
@LibDems
@HelenCBelcher
#LibDems
This campaign has been a real joy so far. People appreciate the Liberal Democrats’ return to discussing ‘nuts and bolts politics’ - focusing on issues residents raise.
Lots of young people are joining our campaign from across the Swansea Valley. Can you help us win? 💪
Gladstone made Primary school compulsory. David Lloyd George introduced the first state pension. Beveridge designed the NHS. Britain only moves forwards with Liberals at the helm.
The orange shield wall stood firm on the hills of Knighton this morning as we launched our campaign to retake Brecon, Radnor and Cwm-Tawe from the Conservatives!
Thank you Knighton for a great welcome - the perfect setting for our campaign launch 😁
Just attended a very British summer garden party in the rain. Upon discovering my political allegiance, the elderly host popped inside and returned with an old rosette. “Take this on for me””, he said, pressing it into my hand, as if it were the sword of Troy itself
Another brilliant result for the
@LibDems
in Talybont tonight.
Raiff Devlin 352
Conservatives 241
Independent 83
Independent 14
Raiff will work hard to repay the trust people have put in him. Rural communities need strong voices - the Liberal Democrats will provide them!
The Liberal Democrats want our country to be open to the world. We want to give our young people the opportunity to live, travel and work across the EU - just like older generations did. That’s why we would say yes to the EU’s offer!
Only the Liberal Democrats can beat the Conservatives in Brecon, Radnor & Cwm Tawe. We did it in 2019 and we did it just two years ago in the Powys Council elections. Help us do it again:
An exceptional result tonight from Powys Liberal Democrats. Despite a strong effort from the Conservatives, we’ve held Crickhowell ward, more than doubling the Conservative vote. Congratulations to our new councillors: Claire Hall and Chloe Masefield.
#libdems
I’m in The Hague. I can confirm that they have petrol here. There are no queues at petrol stations. Everything is fine. However, I am being asked by incredulous Dutch people if it’s true that the U.K. has a petrol crisis.
🤔
People are relieved that the General Election is on its way.
Many are saying they will be voting to continue the Liberal tradition in Mid Wales and the Swansea Valley.
We will keep fighting hard 💪
We are only 3% behind the Conservatives in Brecon, Radnor and Cwm-Tawe. Thank you to all of our volunteers and activists who are straining every sinew to turn Mid Wales gold again!
@libdems
#libdems
It’s very clear that voters in Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe can back the Liberal Democrats to put an end to this dreadful Conservative government at the next General Election.
Let the Army run its own recruitment processes again. Kick Capita out and hand power back to the recruiting sergeants and teams. The private sector should have no place in running recruitment for the armed forces.
Very fortunate to have former MP Roger Williams to call on for canvassing help. Today he recruited 3 deliverers in a row. We’re lucky to have such deep roots and legacy in Brecon and Radnorshire.
Latest YouGov poll shows the Tories are facing a wipeout in Wales but will hold onto Brecon, Radnor and Cwm-Tawe unless people vote tactically for the Liberal Democrats.
Why anyone would want the Conservatives to hold on in Wales is beyond me.
The Liberal Democrats can help put an end to this dreadful Conservative government by winning Brecon, Radnor and Tawe. This seat has been a two-way marginal seat for the past forty years - and plenty of local people know what a difference electing Liberal Democrats can make.
"Meanwhile, the Conservatives face a battle with the Liberal Democrats over Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe."
"The seat is projected to be too close to call."
- ITV Wales News on the latest polls.
Vote smart, vote tactically, vote for
@LibDemDavid
🔶️🏴
Mid Wales kept the Liberal Party alive during its darkest days. Fighting for rural communities is in our DNA. Welsh farmers are facing multiple headwinds: high energy costs, heavy debts and a shortage of agricultural workers. The Liberal Democrats will be their shared voice!
Progressive voters in Ystalyfera are switching their votes to the Liberal Democrats. Thanks Wade Avenue for a great reception. We are knocking on every door we can reach to make sure people here know about the boundary changes.
#Liberalvalley
So exciting to see the Liberal Democrats predicted to win back Brecon and Radnorshire! Rural communities have a rural soul.
Together we can make this happen!
Join below 👇
Today I introduced a motion at Welsh Lib dems conference calling for action to stop sewage dumping in Welsh rivers. The River Wye is in danger of being declared biologically dead within 2 years. In 2020 there were 105,000 reported incidents of sewage dumping in Welsh rivers.
Enjoyed talking to voters today in Knighton! Only the Liberal Democrats can beat the Conservatives in Brecon, Radnor & Cwm Tawe. We heard from more and more people who are backing our positive vision for change!
#knighton
Join our campaign here:
Heidi Allen has joined us. Why don't you? Come and help us win North Dorset back! The Conservative Party is spiralling out of control and this is the best chance we are ever going to have of securing a Liberal North Dorset again!
I’ve just finished reading David Cameron’s memoirs. Know thine enemy and all that.
Want to know one of its recurring themes?
Boris goes missing when it matters.
Cameron gave countless examples. The 2011 London riots being a prime one.
True leaders don’t go missing.
BREAKING: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson missed FIVE Cobra meetings on
#coronavirus
in crucial early stages, to spend time at home dealing with ‘personal’ matters. Damning report in tonight’s Sunday Times 👇
If you don't want to wake up to a Conservative MP in Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe after July 4th - the tactical vote is clear. Vote
@LibDemDavid
for a fresh start for our communities. 🔶️🏴
Britain is facing a housing crisis. We will build at least 100,000 homes for social rent each year and ensure that total nationwide housebuilding increases to 300,000 each year!
#libdems
#dave4ndorset
#VoteLibDem
#GE2019
A good budget for people who think they pay too much in capital gains tax.
A bad budget if you are worried about the state of public services. Further cuts to healthcare, education and transport are coming.
What a poll. Fifty Liberal Democrat MPs! The country needs fresh ideas and rapid change. The Liberal Democrats are the only party that is going to beat the Conservatives in Brecon, Radnor and Cwm-Tawe.
Caring isn’t just my family's story, it is the story of millions, caring for each other, dealing with tough times, and keeping going with love.
Sharing our story hasn't been easy, but it's important. It's time to bring carers' experiences into the light.
I am very fortunate to have made a full recovery from Guillain-Barrè Syndrome - an unfortunate illness that kept me in bed for most of my early 20s. I had to learn to walk and then run again (twice).
People want a functioning healthcare service. That’s what I am fighting for 💪
Imagine the government we would have if we pulled this off. We would see electoral reform and immediate action on tackling the climate emergency. Working together to get the job done.
#LibDems
The Welsh Liberal Democrats have an excellent chance of winning Brecon, Radnor and Cwm-Tawe. There are just over three weeks to go and the finishing line is in sight!
A clear sign that the Liberal Democrats can win again in Brecon and Radnorshire. We cannot continue with a Conservative MP. Local banks, businesses and farms are closing. We need a fresh start.
#libdems
LIB DEM GAIN!
Mid Devon Council, Upper Yeo Valley and Tawe Ward
Alex White (LDEM) 🔶: 405
CON 🔵: 226
LAB 🔴: 91
GRN 🟢: 54
Huge congratulations to Cllr Alex White for becoming Mid Devon's newest Councillor!
Before the rains came! I’ve been canvassing in Ystradgynlais today with
@DoddsJane
and Roger Williams. People are fed up of the clown show in number 10. People want an election and a fresh start. They know the lib dems are based placed to defeat the Conservatives here!
#libdems
Yesterday I canvassed 3 elderly gents who were planning on voting Reform. In 2019 they voted Conservative to get out of the EU. They told me that they admire President Macron and wish Britain could be more like France.
2 are now considering voting lib dem for real reform.
What a silly idea. You can’t overcome distance. I once worked for a small Belgian cybersecurity company that was actively seeking cooperation with a British firm. The owners knew they could be in the same room within two hours. Japan is 9 hours ahead of the U.K and far away
D66 doing so well is the big story.
They had a great slogan: “Laat iedereen vrij maar niemand vallen”.
Rough translation: “let everyone free but let nobody fall”.
Discussing last night’s epic win for the Liberal Democrats with Roger Williams at Talgarth market this morning. He’s delighted to see another farming MP elected!
The Conservative vote fell to 26% yesterday in Somerton and Frome. They are in free fall in rural constituencies.
Another great day campaigning in North Shropshire! If we get enough canvassers here we’ll win! Voters are very impressed with
@helenhalcrow
and keen to elect a truly local champion
#libdems
Latest polls show the Liberal Democrats are gaining ground on the Conservatives in Brecon, Radnor and Cwm-Tawe. Tactical voting will return a Liberal voice to Welsh Westminster politics. All credit to our hardworking councillors and activists
#libdems
#powys
#brecon
I never fail to be amazed by German politicians, who so often take the moral approach, doing what is morally right, rather than politically most beneficial.
It is clear from these excellent local election results that the Liberal Democrats can win scores of seats at the next general election.
We can turn Mid Wales orange again with your help! Please donate to our campaign to win Brecon, Radnor and Cwm-Tawe!
Last November
@EdwardJDavey
was supposed to be having a quiet Saturday night in with his family. He sacrificed that to visit us, a non target seat, and attracted a bigger audience than the local MP did. Ed gave us the boost we needed to reclaim second place.
#VoteEd
The opportunity to go and study elsewhere in the EU helped me to pull myself out of a very deep hole. Today i have an enviable academic record, a good job and a truly international network of friends!
@DennisAbbott
@LeoCendro
Full Fact is such a brilliant organisation.
Worth its weight in gold.
But it’s so worrying that we have to have an independent organisation to fact check our government’s lies.
This isn’t Russia. This isn’t Hungary. This is GB2020, run by a dilettante.
Sir Keir Starmer claimed at
#PMQs
that 600,000 more children are in poverty than in 2012, which is correct according to government data.
So Boris Johnson was incorrect to say that Mr Starmer is “completely wrong” about past trends in child poverty.
I joined the Liberal Democrats in order to campaign to stay in the EU.
Before any attempt to rejoin we need to address the many factors that led to the leave vote - an anti-European ruling party being one of them.
So for now Let’s focus on removing the Conservative party.
Oh dear another gaffe from
@JonesyFay
.
It appears that Brecon & Radnor’s MP is unaware that her constituency does not have a general hospital.
65,000 residents of Powys travel out of county every year to access medical treatment, many of them to hospitals in England.
Germany has ID cards and the highest level of data privacy legislation and enforcement in Europe. The world has changed a lot since the early 2000s and we should react to where we are now not where we were then.
I am so glad
@LibDems
fought against this authoritiarian - and frankly creepy - ID system from Blair. I know
@amcarmichaelMP
will fight tooth and nail against its introduction 👏
Keep knocking on doors until the very end they say. I’ve always been told you can find a vote after 9:30 - well tonight it happened! And we had someone pull up to thank us for running a proper campaign and giving N Shropshire a shot at some democracy. Good luck!
#libdems
Another poll showing a Lib dem lead in BRCT!
The Conservatives need to call an election and let us put the country out of its misery. The road to recovery will be a long one - the sooner we can get started the better.
Young farmers are asking for a fair crack at the industry they love and understand better than anyone else.
@BrecknockYFC1
Fighting for rural communities is in our DNA as Liberal Democrats - rural Wales is where our party came from and no party understands this area better!
He’s right. The left needlessly surrenders immigration as a topic to the Tories.
Do we propose an immigration policy that allows anyone into the U.K?
No. That would be absurd - there needs to be a limit.
The Tories know voters conflate refugees with general immigration…
Attack the Rwanda plan, by all means. But the truth is that the British public isn’t prepared to put up with thousands of undocumented people turning up on our shores every week, usually having travelled from a safe country. It’s just not sustainable. So what’s your alternative?
Why have the Conservatives now picked a fight with the British Army? With a conventional war with Russia underway on the continent, we need a lethal fighting force more than ever. The shake-up we need is a change of government and proper funding, not attacks on ‘woke culture’.
I love shopping in independent businesses. Finding new brands who are taking on the big corporates, rejecting conformity, embracing local identities and shorter supply chains. Policy makers must help level the playing field for independent businesses in places like Presteigne.
Plenty of local people say they would use the Heart of Wales line if it had a more regular and reliable service.
@DoddsJane
and I are calling for the service to be improved.
Improvements would give a huge boost to our patch of rural Wales. 🏴 🚂
We knocked on over 400 doors today in Shaftesbury and Blandford. Lots of new members keen to stop this country’s slide into autocracy. We want to live in a Liberal Democracy, for that we need a strong Liberal Democrat party.
Dodging the rain and red kites (?) in Chesham for
@LibDems
and Sarah Green! Quite bizarre to have birds of prey circling over you while doorstepping but very pleasantly received by voters here nonetheless!
Fighting for Welsh rural communities is in our Liberal Democrat DNA. Our party’s history here goes back 150 years.
We are fighting hard to win back our heartlands: no party knows Brecon, Radnor and Cwm-Tawe better than the Liberal Democrats.
@EdwardJDavey
@DoddsJane
Spurred on by that great result in Somerton and Frome, Brecon and Radnor Liberal Democrats pile on the pressure! Pleased to join
@DoddsJane
and Roger today as we fight to win back our Mid Walian Liberal heartlands.
The next general election presents a huge opportunity for change. Here in Mid Wales it is obvious that the Liberal Democrats are the clear tactical choice to beat the Conservatives. Even the Labour Party’s website is directing its activists in Brecon and Radnor elsewhere.
Labour’s shadow education minister using her TV slot today on Sky News to criticise Ed Davey for his tenure as Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change.
An utterly bizarre line of attack given the crisis we’re facing.
#libdems
In a democracy, everyone should have an equal say in how the country is run. Our archaic and outdated electoral system throttles the country. The purpose of the
@LibDems
is to break it open.
"3.7 million people voted for us last Thursday. Under a proportional voting system we would now easily be the 3rd largest party in this house, with 70 MPs."
@EdwardJDavey
MPs who jeer at remarks like this are really jeering at the voters silenced by our broken electoral system.
Polling day in Rhos! Sue Jay is our candidate. Our first in 20 years!
Sue has lived in Rhos for the past 12 years. She has an impressive professional background in environmental waste management and will be a strong voice for a community often overlooked by its neighbours!
And it’s a hat-trick! Fantastic to hear the Lib Dems have won the 3 internal school elections at Blandford School, Gillingham School & Sturminster Newton High School! Epic! 🙌🏼🔸😁
#libdems
#votelibdem
Independent pollsters (Rallings and Thrasher) say that the Liberal Democrats are clearly still the main challengers to the Conservatives in the new constituency of Brecon, Radnor and Cwm-Tawe!
A market-led solution will not solve the U.K’s housing crisis. A better planning system may improve the number of houses delivered by “the market” but we need the state to build affordable houses/flats as it did after WW2 via local government.
We won’t get a better chance to win Chesham and Amersham than next Thursday.
Winning there could change the political narrative in this country: gone would be the impression of the unassailable Conservative party.
Imagine the headlines: “Boris loses safe Tory seat.”
Ed Davey’s conference speech. Cleverly building a narrative around his strengths. Record on climate change, ministerial experience of bringing energy prices down, bringing industry back to the U.K. also a focus on fixing our relationship with Europe.
#LibDemConf
#libdems
Well we had to stay warm today in Rhos! A brilliant reception on the doorsteps. We had some very engaging conversations about jobs and education in our valleys. Also met one of my mother’s childhood friends from Maesteg. A good day
#libdems
Younger farmers are finding it increasingly difficult to enter the farming industry. Land is too expensive and they are struggling to access capital. I was pleased to endorse our excellent motion at
#wldconf
calling for more support for young farmers starting out.
Wonderful evening with
@libdemdaisy
at
@PeterstoneCourt
for our annual dinner. Daisy is an inspiring speaker who energised our growing membership across this enormous constituency. And courteous enough for a photo with my nan - the woman who got me into politics!
The next general election is a unique opportunity to wipe the Conservatives off the Welsh electoral map in Westminster. The Liberal Democrats are the only party who can beat the Conservatives in the new seat of Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe.
#libdems
Great team out today in Builth. Lots of people who voted Conservative in 2019 won’t be doing it again. They will either vote Lib Dem or Reform. Tories in big trouble here.
@WmPowell2021
#libdems