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Gideon's MP Column Late August 2026

Gideon Amos MP Column Late August 2026

In his latest MP Column, Taunton and Wellington MP, Gideon Amos outlines why the UK must cooperate with EU neighbours on migration, establish safe routes and reject divisive agitators

24 Aug 2026
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Cllr David Northey, Taunton Councillor for Pyrland
Taunton

Councillor secures major route upgrades for Taunton

Lib Dem Councillor David Northey has secured major bus service improvements across Taunton, extending key morning routes to Musgrove Park Hospital and Somerset College, plus better connections for Richard Huish students

18 Aug 2026
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Gideon Amos MP for Taunton and Wellington

'Cool Rule' to mandate cooling systems in homes

Gideon Amos is calling for a compulsory 'Cool Rule' requiring all new homes to be fitted with cooling systems. The Lib Dem Housing Spokesperson says building regulations must urgently adapt to keep homes safe during extreme heatwaves

14 Aug 2026
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Gideon's MP Column August 2026

Gideon Amos MP Column August 2026

In his latest MP Column, Taunton and Wellington MP, Gideon Amos is fighting Labour’s top-down targets to force 75,000 homes on Somerset, while battling NHS cuts to veteran outreach and demanding faster fixes for Musgrove’s maternity crisis

13 Aug 2026
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Gideon Amos visits Musgrove Park Maternity Unit

Sign my petition today for action at Musgrove Park

Gideon Amos launches a petition calling on the Government to fast-track Musgrove Park's new maternity unit and end the local maternity crisis. He warns outdated WWII buildings, leaks and closures threaten mothers and babies

10 Aug 2026
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Brexit 'Taboo' lifted: Why it's time for closer EU ties

Is the Brexit taboo finally lifting? Wellington's JF Pocock explores why a precinct 'go it alone' UK is struggling, and calls for bold action - including rejoining the Single Market - to boost the economy, security and jobs in a changing world

12 Oct 2026
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Science & Technology

Sovereignty in the Age of AI

The Liberal Democrats are ready to establish the UK as a world leader in responsible, democratic AI - backing home-grown talent, protecting national security, and ensuring technology works for everyone.

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22 Sep 2026
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