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🌞🌞🌞 When I presented the Sunshine Bill to Parliament in January, ministers promised to bring proposals soon. Today, they’ve been true to their word. Soon, all new homes will include solar energy generation by default, saving people money on bills and cutting carbon emissions too. It’s a win-win. 1/4

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Solar panels are an easy way to help both reduce emissions and bring down bills. I am glad the Government have listened to @maxwilkinson.bsky.social and adopted the @libdems.org.uk proposal to have them required for most new developments. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Eid Mubarak to those celebrating today

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Making sure a child doesn’t go hungry in school can change their life. It's why @libdems.org.uk‬ have championed free school meals for so long and are delighted that Labour have looked to our manifesto to tackle the cost of learning crisis.

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Asked the Minister for Early Education a straightforward question: Will any of the funding for the expansion of Free School Meals come from existing school budgets? Instead of a clear answer, he gave vague reassurances that the plans are fully funded. Schools deserve clarity, not empty promises

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We @libdems.org.uk have long been campaigning for this - but it is only a first step in ending child poverty. To end the cost of learning crisis, the Government must also commit to auto-enrolling eligible children for free school meals, lifting the two child benefit cap, and capping uniform costs.✏️

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The new funding for transport projects in the West of England is to be welcomed, however it must be spent for the benefit of the whole region - not just Bristol. Yesterday, I pressed the Chief Secretary on just how this new money will benefit people in our area.

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It has been a busy few weeks, with lots of big events in Parliament and a short recess - which gave me more time out and about locally. Here is just some of what I’ve been up to 👇

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I was delighted to sponsor and sign the Early Day Motion in Parliament to congratulate Fair Share - the UK’s leading food redistribution charity - on its 30th anniversary. They redistributed the equivalent of 135 million meals last year. fareshare.org.uk

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The Severn Tunnel will be closed from Monday 9 June to Friday 20 June, as well as on Sunday 29 June. For news on alternative routes and rail replacement services to South Wales check with GWR . A limited service will still run between London and Parkway. www.gwr.com/travel-infor...

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It was great to be able to mark World Cider Day in Parliament yesterday. Thanks to the National Association of Cider Makers for helping us celebrate this iconic British drink and see some of many of the new versions - including alcohol free options- that are on offer.

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After the recess, I'm looking forward to getting back to Westminster so I can continue representing you in Parliament - like I did recently on the subject of business rates.

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I was very pleased to host members of the charity Contact at Westminster recently to discuss school attendance and how government policies impact children with special educational needs. contact.org.uk/about-contac...

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Congratulations to everyone at Almondsbury Community Shop; they've just been awarded their King's Award for Voluntary Service by the Lord-Lieutenant of Gloucestershire, Edward Gillespie. www.gazetteseries.co.uk/news/2519249...

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Enjoyed seeing Billy Ocean at the Good Times festival in Chipping Sodbury. Congratulations to James Murden and the team for bringing some big names to our doorstep this last week.

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The Energy Security and Net Zero Commons Committee of which I am a member published its first report today. It's about cutting energy bills and carbon emissions, and making homes warmer and cheaper to heat. We've made recommendations to the government. publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm5901/cm...

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Congratulations to Olveston Primary School for becoming a Beacon School for health and wellbeing. The school says it's very proud to be the only school in South Glos to attain this award so far.

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It is an economic, as well as moral, imperative for Government to properly fund therapy for vulnerable, traumatised children. The Government's refusal to invest in our children's future will hurt us all in both the short and long term. #ASGSF

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The Minister once called the Adoption Support Fund ‘critical’ to preventing adoption breakdowns. Yesterday, I asked how she can now gut it - ignoring the harm to children and families. Cutting this fund is a clear betrayal.The government must reverse these cuts and commit to lasting support.

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Tonight, MPs have been discussing the proposed new Mental Health Bill, which I welcome. In the debate, I highlighted the need for timely support in a crisis.

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Fantastic to be taking a bit of Chipping Sodbury with me to Buckingham Palace this week, in the shape of a fascinator from Heather Norman Hats and Accessories heathernorman.co.uk

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Here are some of the things I got up to last week as your Member of Parliament. To get regular email updates directly into your inbox, sign up to my fortnightly newsletter! 📧 www.claireyoung.org.uk/newsletter

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I had a pedal in Thornbury as part of the Ride for Connor charity fundraiser. Connor Walker died from cancer last year. He was able to be looked after at home in Thornbury thanks to specialist respite nurses from St Peter's Hospice and Connors family are raising money for them.

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It was fascinating to visit the Repair Cafe in Alveston. A real hive of activity and lots of items being given a new lease of life! Thank you to Peter Waller and the team for making me so welcome. Keep an eye out for the next event in October.

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Talking about the work of the House of Commons Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee, in releasing our report on farming today.

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Your have a chance to chat face to face with Bristol Water and Wessex Water

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🔌 I spoke in support of a key clause in the Planning & Infrastructure Bill to speed up the rollout of electric vehicle charging points. 🚗 Backing EVs is essential for cleaner air, climate goals, and closing the gap with countries like Norway — where 90% of vehicle sales are electric.

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Some time out after a recent surgery at Dyrham and Hinton Village Hall. It's a beautiful part of the world.

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Areas like South Gloucestershire are seeing increasing levels of flooding. However, the Government has only allocated money for flood protection until next April. Today I challenged them on this and urged them to set out plans to protect our homes and farmland.

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It was great to visit The Forecastle in Alveston. It houses single homeless people with support needs and other people with a connection to South Glos who need housing. I spoke to a resident who is thriving there as well as Sarah Kidger and Rachel Pinchin from Elim Housing.

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I attended the Mental Health Foundation Reception in Parliament earlier today to mark #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. Remember that if you’re struggling or supporting someone who is, then you’re not alone. Support is available and no one should be afraid to say they need help.

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We know where destructive divisive politics will lead. We know what’s at stake. And it falls to us to stop it. youtu.be/C4I0YPATcJQ

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A busy time last week with the big VE Day celebrations. Here is what I did as your MP:

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The @KelloggsUKI Breakfast Club Awards are a chance to celebrate all the Breakfast Clubs who have made a difference this year. I’m hoping schools in Thornbury and Yate apply for a grant of £1000 to help fund your breakfast club. #kelloggsbreakfastclub www.kelloggs.co.uk/en_GB/our-st...

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A reminder that for three nights, from Monday 12 May (10pm to 6am), the A46 will be closed in both directions between the Cold Ashton roundabout and the London Road interchange. More information from the National Highways website: nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updat...

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I had a great time in Thornbury for the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Thank you to Sandra and the Love Thornbury team for organising such a lovely event.

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Great to see the @Octopus_Group_ #EntrepeneurAwards are back, so we can celebrate the many entrepreneurs who have made a difference. I would love to nominate lots of businesses in the Thornbury and Yate area - please comment below if you think this should be you or a business you love!

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Parliament must have a say on Trump’s trade deal to protect British farmers’ high standards.

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I had a lovely morning with the SODS (Sodbury Old Distinguished Seniors!) It's an initiative from Chipping Sodbury Cricket Club to get older members and others in the town together for a social time and to chat to a guest. I was honoured to be invited today.

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By 2050 we’ll need over 4,000 extra megalitres of water daily. That’s a major concern for farmers in Glastonbury & Somerton, where water is vital for livestock & crops. Today in Parliament, I asked the Minister what steps are being taken to consult farmers & protect water for food production.

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The UK has some of the oldest, coldest homes in Europe with over half of all tenants facing damp or mould last year. This is unacceptable. We need urgent investment, stricter standards & better-insulated homes. I urge the Government to act fast so everyone can live in safe, warm & secure housing.

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For British farmers, yesterday's announcement of a US-UK trade deal has led to a lot of uncertainty and unanswered questions around food standards, beef, labelling, ethanol, and more. Farmers must not be left in the dark - they deserve answers 👇 www.lbc.co.uk/opinion/view...

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So delighted that all 72 LibDem MPs signed this letter to @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social @ashleydaltonmp.bsky.social asking the govt to back the ME/CFS Delivery Plan with the resources it deserves. May this be a huge encouragement to the ME community and the start of meaningful change. #WorldMEDay

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Its vital we take climate change seriously and work hard together to tackle it and reach Net Zero. @calummillerld.bsky.social #bbcqt

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It was great to visit Pucklechurch Primary School to see the Bristol Rovers Community Trust in action. The Football League's 'Joy of Movement' campaign has lessons in nutrition followed by fun games to promote exercise. I tried the games - the kids were just too quick for me!!

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A reminder of my open surgeries tomorrow. If you have an issue you'd like to discuss, please pop in.

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80 years ago today, Britain celebrated victory in Europe. We remember with gratitude all those who made the ultimate sacrifice and gave their tomorrows for our todays.

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80 years ago, Britain celebrated victory in Europe. Today, we remember with gratitude all those who made the ultimate sacrifice, giving their tomorrows for our todays.

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