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The youth and student wing of the @LibDems. Promoted by Young Liberals, 1 Vincent Square, London SW1P 2PN
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Joined January 2009
Up and down the country we’re hearing a simple story on the doorsteps: Get these Tories out of Government. In so many seats Liberal Democrat’s are the party best place to beat these incompetent, divided and out of touch Tories. Help us win today
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@sajidjavid From the NHS website. All trans people deserve access to appropriate healthcare, without the literal health secretary seeming to deny them this on Twitter. Shame on you.
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Bet y'all are wishing Jo Swinson had been the UK's next Prime Minister right about now, huh?.
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Sorry, Jeremy — Section 28 was repealed by the Lib Dems, who tabled the motion to abolish it. A motion which you abstained on.
Stonewall was founded to oppose Section 28, the cruel and discriminatory law that Thatcher implemented – and I'm proud to say that Labour repealed. I thank @stonewalluk for their 30 years of tireless work to achieve acceptance without exception for all LGBT+ people. #Stonewall30.
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Name a bigger downgrade.
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It's official. According to YouGov, the Lib Dems are the most popular party with 18-24 year olds. We are pro-EU, liberal, progressive, and pro-environment. If our values are your values, why not join in and fight for a liberal Britain?
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Thank you, #LDConf. There is nothing more liberal than ensuring everyone has the right to a home. Now, let's go and #BuildMoreBloodyHouses 🏠🧡.
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To be clear - we haven't been approached about a joint youth venture with the Conservatives or anyone else. If all 3 young Tories want to be friends with us, that's on them. 😌.
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The #NorthShropshire by-election is coming right down to the wire between local @LibDems candidate @helenhalcrow and the Conservatives. We're heading back to the constituency this Thursday for Polling Day, and we need your help! Join us by signing up here:
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Independent analysis by the Resolution Foundation shows that the Lib Dem manifesto is the best for tackling poverty of ALL the main parties. If you’re serious about ending inequality and building a fairer society, you have to vote for the @LibDems on 12th December.
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Just sliding in to observe that the Revoke Article 50 petition got more signatures than the Brexit Party got votes. 👀.
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If you want to stop Brexit - vote Lib Dem. If you want new council houses and affordable new homes - vote Lib Dem. If you want to reform our politics and introduce PR - vote Lib Dem. If you want radical action to fight the climate crisis - vote Lib Dem.
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HUGE congratulations to our Young and Winning candidate Ciaran, who's taken the Lib Dems from 5th place to win this. Couldn't be prouder 💛💛💛.
LIB DEM GAIN FROM LAB - Hendon (SUND).
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We've been joined in #NorthShropshire by @LaylaMoran @helenhalcrow! We're heading back out, knocking on more doors, and #winninghere!
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We were disappointed today to see Labour's manifesto containing pledges which kowtow to TERFs and transphobes. For the avoidance of doubt, the Lib Dems are firmly in favour of self-ID, trans rights, and non-binary recognition. We must end transphobia and discrimination.
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Jeremy Corbyn is currently in Wales, singing the praises of the Welsh education system. And that's great! But that's because the Welsh Education Minister is actually a Lib Dem.
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A Tory Brexit would lead to job losses, medicine shortages, and national humiliation on a massive scale. But the @LibDems would stop Brexit, guaranteeing our future prosperity and Britain's place in the world. Time to stand up and fight - join us today!
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More bombshell figures from @IpsosMORI: in terms of net approval, Vince Cable is by far the most popular party leader amongst 18-34 year olds - because of the @LibDems fight against this embarrassing Brexit. Brexit cheerleaders May and Corbyn lag well behind on -40% and -31%.
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The Lib Dems want to stop Brexit, tackle the climate crisis, reform our broken politics, and end inequality. We're an open, liberal party. But often, people want to know more. So here are 100 of our policies for you, your family, and Britain. Make sure to retweet and share 👇🏻
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Of course liberalism isn't dying. Liberalism gave us the NHS, the welfare state, civil rights, universal suffrage, and so much more. We will defend those things and the liberalism which will make people's lives better in future against any nationalists who want to take it away.
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The Liberal Democrats voting record on LGBT issues speaks for itself. We will take no lectures from the Conservatives.
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Labour, the Tories and Nigel Farage have been stitching up their perfect Brexit. But in the meantime, young people have been ignored. The Lib Dems want to renew the promise of a better future - fighting the climate crisis, preserving education, and celebrating our rights. Watch:
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Perhaps the most exciting thing about #NorthShropshire is not just the level of Lib Dem support, but the enthusiasm people have for a long-awaited genuine challenger to the Tories. Over the weekend we had people cheering us on in the street, thumbs-up from drivers, etc 🥳🔶️.
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Brecon and Radnorshire? More like WRECKon and DABnorshire amirite.
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To any Australian friends wrongly tagging us - we're the British Young Liberals, and are the total opposite of the ones you have over there! Homophobia and discrimination should never be tolerated, and drag queen storytime sounds *amazing*! #IStandWithQueens #YoungLiberals.
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Now Baroness Boothroyd (and Cherie Blair) reveal they voted Lib Dem last week. Pro-EU internationalists are deserting Labour for the Lib Dems. Why not join them?.
Baroness Boothroyd reveals she didnt vote Labour for the first time in her life at the Euro elections - she calls decision to expel Alastair Campbell 'daft and insensitive'
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Today the Young Liberals are proud to reaffirm our commitment to supporting a peaceful transition to true democracy in Belarus #globalsolidaritybelarus
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(Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn discussing Brexit at the ITV debate, 2019, colorised) #DebateHer
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Paddy Ashdown was a stalwart supporter of Young Liberals, and we are devastated to hear of his passing. An extraordinary figure, a remarkable leader, and a titan of liberalism. Our thoughts are with his family.
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Four years ago today, the world lost a principled, decent man, and we lost a great mentor and leader. Thank you for everything you did, Paddy. You are still sorely missed by us all.
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Nearly 10% of the Parliamentary Labour Party made the conscious choice to keep no deal alive tonight, and put millions of livelihoods at risk. Meanwhile EVERY @LibDems MP voted to stop no deal. We are the country's pro-EU, liberal, internationalist party. Join us.
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Looks like some Labour people are upset at this, so here's some history for them:.🔸 The welfare state was created by Lloyd-George, a Liberal PM.🔸 The NHS was the brainchild of William Beveridge, a Liberal.🔸 The Lib Dems repealed Section 28, while Jeremy Corbyn chose to abstain.
Of course liberalism isn't dying. Liberalism gave us the NHS, the welfare state, civil rights, universal suffrage, and so much more. We will defend those things and the liberalism which will make people's lives better in future against any nationalists who want to take it away.
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We are proud to announce the creation of the Young Liberals Hall of Fame!. Our first inductee is none other than former PM, Liz Truss, who, during her record-breaking reign did more damage to the Conservative Party than we ever dreamed possible. Thank you, Agent Truss 🫡
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Young Liberals have been out in Pimlico this evening canvassing for @ChukaUmunna. Scores of lifelong Labour voters switching to the Lib Dems to stop Brexit and turf out the local no deal supporting Tory MP. It’s Lib Dem or Tory here!
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Young Liberals are out in force showing our support for trans rights
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YouGov's projection is very clear. Labour are predicted to make no gains *at all* against the Tories. Meanwhile the Lib Dems *will*, and are very close in other seats. The only party who can deprive the Tories of a majority is the Lib Dems. Join us on the campaign trail ASAP.
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Helen Morgan MP. That's it. That's the tweet.
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The Government's latest attack on the basic rights of trans people is utterly disgraceful. That they would undermine Scottish devolution and risk the Union to this extent just to attack trans people is shocking. We stand in total solidarity with trans youth, today and always 🏳️⚧️.
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We'd like to take a moment to say thank you to the countless number of voters we've spoken to over the last few weeks who don't normally back us, but are lending us their vote this time in #NorthShropshire. We know it wasn't an easy decision, and we won't let you down 🔶️.
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The Lib Dems are winning with young people again 👏👏👏
🚨NEW 🚨. Our second Westminster Voting Intention (young adults aged 18-25) for @itvpeston #ITVYouthTracker. 🌹Lab 56 (-4).🌳Con 15 (=).🔶LD 16 (+7).🌍Green 5 (-2).🎗️SNP 3 (=).⬜️Other 5 (-1). 1,021 UK young people aged 18-25, fw 22-26 Sept. Change from 28 Apr - 3 May
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Labour's position is even more unclear than it was before, now they've outright refused to support Remaining. ONLY the @LibDems will stop Brexit on day one, turf out this destructive Tory government, and enact a plan for pro-environmental, progressive national renewal.
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BREAKING:. Conservative MP for Somerton and Frome David Warburton has resigned. A by-election will take place in his constituency.
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Today, Young Liberals Conference voted overwhelmingly in favour of standing in solidarity with the people of Ukraine. We continue to urge the UK Government to stand up to tyranny in all its forms across the world 🇺🇦
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A major new poll from Britain Elects shows that the Lib Dems are in joint first, neck and neck with the Tories if led by Boris Johnson. Labour are in a distant fourth. If you want to beat Boris and Farage, and a liberal, pro-EU, progressive future, only the @LibDems can win it.
NEW POLL:. CON 23%.LDEM 23%.BXP 21%.LAB 17%. Britain Elects/YouGov: figures if Boris Johnson becomes PM. The Lib Dems are neck and neck with the Tories, emphasising their message that only they can beat Boris and Farage. Labour trail in a distant fourth place.
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She has the authority. to come to Young Liberals conference! . That's right, star of the viral Handforth Parish Council meeting video Jackie Weaver will be joining us next weekend at our online conference. Sign up for conference today:
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Fascinating strategy from Young Labour: accuse Lib Dem voters of being "yellow Tories" despite the Lib Dems being the *only* GB-wide party set to take any seats from the Tories. If anyone's enabling a Tory government at this election, it's Labour and their rank incompetence.
Spin so hard it makes you dizzy 🤢. If you support yellow Tories, don’t be surprised when you get a Tory government and a Tory Brexit. 🤷🏼♀️.
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We've had a whole load of abuse and threats sent our way overnight. But we won't stop. If you want to defend human rights around the globe, including in China and Belarus, then thank you for being here. This account is run by young volunteers. Please be civil.
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Corbyn is so arrogant and selfish that he would rather prop up a Tory no deal Brexit than install a government of national unity to stop it. Remainers should never trust Labour with their votes. Join the @LibDems instead, who are leading the movement to stop Brexit.
Jeremy Corbyn would ‘never’ step aside to let opposition MPs form a government of national unity.
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Putting transphobia in the bin where it belongs @fairplaywomen . Spreading this vile discrimination at Lib Dem conference, a place where we 100% fully support trans rights, is a disgrace.
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The Lib Dems would decriminalise drug possession, end facial recognition, and introduce fair votes, universal basic services, and free childcare from 9 months until the first day of school. Labour would do none of this. If you want a fairer and more just society, vote @LibDems.
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Johnson calls gay men 'bumboys', McVey wants the existence of LGBTQ people expunged from all schools, and Labour do nothing about their MPs supporting homophobic protests. Meanwhile, this hangs proudly on the wall of @LibDems HQ, for all to see. One of our greatest achievements.
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A bit too wet to be constantly live-tweeting here in #NorthShropshire but what a reception we're getting here on the doorsteps! Loving life and #WinningHere!
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We had a green belt joke, but it needs building on. 🏘️.
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Here's the fantastic @normanlamb on why Michael Gove's problem isn't that he took drugs - it's the hypocrisy of still supporting draconian drug laws. The Lib Dems want to decriminalise, introduce a regulated market, and take it out of the criminal law.
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It's official: @sarahwollaston has joined the Lib Dems. Our movement is growing every day now as we fight to stop Brexit, beat this catastrophic government, and strive for a brighter, greener, more liberal and prosperous future. Join her today:
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WE'RE 1% AWAY FROM BEATING LABOUR INTO SECOND PLACE.
European Election Voting Intention:. BXP: 34% (+4).LAB: 16% (-5).LDM: 15% (+5).GRN: 11% (+2).CON: 10% (-3).CHUK: 5% (-4). Via @YouGov, 8-9 May. Changes w/ 29-30 Apr.
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During our time in the South West, we couldn't help but notice that Frome seems lovely at this time of year 👀.
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Massive welcome to @SamGyimah to the Lib Dems! Lost the whip to vote against no deal, and risked deselection to support same-sex marriage. And amazing to see improved BAME representation within the Parliamentary party, growing closer to representing Britain’s full diversity.
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Today, the Tories tried to attack us for being:. 🎥 Against facial recognition and mass surveillance.🌿 In favour of decriminalising drug possession.🏛 Against ministers being able to strip citizenship on a whim. Which is awkward, since we think these policies are pretty good. .
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As we await the results of our leadership election tomorrow, we just want to take one final opportunity to say a huge thank you to the leader who oversaw the Lib Dem resurgence, with new councillors, MEPs and MPs, and a renewed party — @vincecable, it’s been a pleasure.
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On this day in 2014 the first same-sex marriages took place, after decades of campaigning by LGBTQ+ activists and legislation introduced by the Liberal Democrats. We'll always be proud of the role the Lib Dems play in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights 💗🏳️🌈.
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What Jeremy Corbyn is happy to do:.✅ Meet Hamas and call them 'friends'.✅ Take money from Iranian state TV.✅ Invite convicted IRA terrorists to Parliament two weeks after a bombing. What Jeremy Corbyn won't do:.❌ Be in the same room as Chuka Umunna to stop a no deal Brexit.
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Labour have once again proven that they are not on the side of trans people. Labour, like the Conservatives, are choosing not to give trans children the compassion and respect they deserve. The Liberals Democrats will always stand up for the rights and dignity of trans people.
News on Victoria Atkins' emergency puberty blockers ban. Wes Streeting's position is that, subject to the outcome of the court proceedings and consultation, he will renew it and convert it into a permanent ban.
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We did debate your views, and nearly unanimously voted that they're horrendous.
@Leomie_Anderson @ThatTimWalker And - Sir Vince Cable hits back at the @YoungLiberalsUK for saying he should be kicked out of the party over his comments on the Uyghurs in China.
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Inspirational stuff from the Lib Dem council in Portsmouth. While Labour introduces fines for the homeless up and down the country, and the Tories cut support away, the @LibDems are investing in shelter and accommodation 🏠✅ .
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Your favourite liberal account just got verified - on top of an extra 700 new followers in the first half of the year, we're delighted that our message of liberalism, internationalism and environmentalism is reaching new heights and audiences 💪🏻
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even the wreckon and dabnorshire tweet was better than this.
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Welcome to Antoinette Sandbach, our 20th MP! We now have full gender equality among the party's MPs. Also, 15% of our MPs are BAME, which is the highest of any party in the House of Commons. Here's to equality – and let's make it even better with this election! 💪🏻💪🏾💪🏿.
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The LGB Alliance, a transphobic organisation, has been given charitable status. The Young Liberals firmly believe that trans rights are human rights. Please sign this petition asking the Charity Commission to urgently reconsider 👇🏽.
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YL on tour! 15 rounds of canvassing this morning, pub lunch and then back out 💪🏽🔶
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We've written to the Home Secretary demanding the #Jamaica50 deportation flight is stopped, and for findings of investigations into the Home Office's discriminatory practices to be implemented. cc. @BARACUK @BameFor @amcarmichaelMP @EdwardJDavey @ukhomeoffice @UKHomeSecretary
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Labour and the Tories both want a destructive Brexit. And this poll shows that when the public know the truth, the Lib Dems go into FIRST PLACE. The Lib Dems are the strongest pro-EU party. If you want to beat Farage and his Brexit extremists, you must vote Lib Dem in May.
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So, let's break this down. In the past three months, the Lib Dems have:.⬆️ Gained the most local councillors ever in our history.⬆️ Beaten Labour and the Tories at the Euro elections.⬆️ Won a by-election and hobbled Boris's majority.⬆️ Had two defections to our pro-EU movement.
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HUGE NEWS. The Lib Dem pledge to revoke Article 50 has sparked a surge in the polls, pushing us ahead of Labour. This poll makes it crystal clear: there is a realistic and viable choice at any upcoming election to stop Brexit with the Lib Dems. Don't let Labour split the vote!.
Westminster Voting Intention. CON: 32% (=).LDM: 23% (+4).LAB: 21% (-2).BXP: 14% (=).GRN: 4% (-3). Via @YouGov. Changes w/ 9-10 Sep.
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Fantastic news that the Scottish Parliament has today passed the Gender Recognition Reform Bill. This landmark legislation will make it easier for Scottish trans people to live their lives in peace 🏳️⚧️. We're proud that the @scotlibdems helped to get this Bill passed 👏
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Tim Farron doubled our membership by 100% and MPs by 50%. Thankyou for all your hard work and rebuilding us after 2015.
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LONDON GOES LIBERAL.
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🚨MAJOR BREAKING NEWS 🚨. Thanks to Lib Dem efforts, ministers are now actively considering the case for a People’s Vote before May. This could be a major turning point in the fight against Brexit. Make sure you retweet this to spread the word!.
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We cannot be more clear: what's happening to Uyghur Muslims in China is genocide. @vincecable has repeatedly denied this genocide. In 2021, we called for his membership of the @LibDems to be suspended. Our position holds firm: there is no place for genocide denial in our party.
1/5 SICKENING. Former @LibDems leader @vincecable told @MahmutRahima that the "terrible things happening" to Uyghurs are a "reaction to terrorism", & he did not respond to Rahima's request asking him to meet with her and camp survivors. This is genocide denial. @YoungLiberalsUK.
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We are incredibly saddened to hear of the passing of Honorary Lifetime YL Member, Erlend Watson. He shall live on in the memories of those who knew him. Rest In Peace, Erlend, and thank you for everything.
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You can take the girl out of the Young Liberals. .
"The fact is we haven't built enough homes". Liz Truss says the UK needs to build 500,000 new homes each year. Follow live
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Any attempt to remove protections for trans people from the Equality Act must be opposed in the strongest terms. There is no conflict between trans rights and womens' rights. We call on @EdwardJDavey and @LibDems MPs to continue to publicly voice support for trans rights.
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Fantastic time out today in Pimlico - here is just one of a number of Lib Dem teams who have been knocking on doors for @ChukaUmunna today!. Amazingly encouraging signs - clearly a two horse race here between a Lib Dem MP and a Brexit-supporting Conservative.
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We're proud to see @ChukaUmunna speaking from the Lib Dem benches for the first time - but it's historic as well, as the first black Lib Dem MP. We're proud to have him, and will continue to fight tirelessly for more diversity in our party 💪🏻💪🏾💪🏿.
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Massive congratulations, Layla! And here's to many more years of happiness! 🏳️🌈.
2020 is a new decade and a new path in my journey. Last year I fell in love with a wonderful woman. Something I’d never even considered before. Now I am just happy #Pansexual #OutAndProud
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Happy Barbenheimer Day to all who are celebrating
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With the defection of Phillip Lee, and the victory of @DoddsJane in Brecon and Radnorshire, the Liberal Democrats have officially deprived the Tories of a majority in the House of Commons. When we said we'd fight the Tories - we meant it.
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Fighting the climate crisis is one of our core campaigns. So we're proud that Lib Dem MEP @catherinemep was nominated twice as pro-environment MEP of the year, winning in 2016, and our core pledge is a zero-carbon EU. To fight the climate crisis, vote Lib Dem on May 23rd. 🌱🌎.
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Spot on. We support a caretaker government. But it has to be led by someone who can win a Commons majority, and Jeremy Corbyn can't. There is no time to waste. Let's work cross-party to prevent no deal by legislation, or on a compromise candidate for PM.
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Our statement on the £300 per month mortgage grant policy announcement
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