Gideon Amos MP Column Mid August 2026
In his latest MP Column, Taunton and Wellington MP, Gideon Amos outlines his vision to restore the River Tone, repair Firepool Lock and support local business growth
20 Aug 2026
News
Local Headlines
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
'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
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
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 He warns outdated WWII buildings, leaks and closures threaten mothers and babies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
Gideon campaigns to keep vital veteran services
Visiting Wellington’s monthly veterans cafe, Gideon Amos pledged to protect vital outreach support threatened by NHS restructuring by raising concerns with health bosses and working with Somerset MPs to defend our local veterans
3 Aug 2026
Taunton
Annual Dinner & AGM 2026
Join Taunton & Wellington Lib Dems for our 2026 Annual Dinner & AGM on November 6 at Taunton Rugby Club. Featuring Lib Dem President Josh Babarinde MP, Gideon Amos MP and Rachel Gilmour MP. Early bird tickets available now
31 Jul 2026
Gideon Amos MP Column End July 2026
In his latest MP Column, Taunton and Wellington MP, Gideon Amos, outlines key priorities for Prime Minister Andy Burnham, calling for small business tax cuts, urgent repairs at Musgrove Park Hospital, social care reform and a change to Wessex Water
30 Jul 2026
Member's Views
Member's Views
Global Conflict and the Cost-of-Living
Taunton's Habib Farbahi warns how the US-Israeli conflict with Iran and global instability are driving up fuel and living costs in Somerset, arguing that the UK must push for a ceasefire, protected shipping and renewed diplomacy
26 Oct 2026
Member's Views
The real inheritance tax: Social care costs explained
Taunton resident Alan Paul highlights the injustice of dementia care fees wiping out family homes while multi-millionaires pay nothing, calling for urgent reform
24 Oct 2026
Member's Views
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
UK Lib Dem Headlines
Environment & Nature
Britain’s Wildfire Crisis
Following the UK's hottest summer on record, escalating heatwaves and severe droughts have triggered catastrophic blazes across the country, damaging delicate ecosystems and destroying homes.
PH
21 Sep 2026
LGBTQ+
Restoring Trans Rights
The Liberal Democrats will continue to stand in solidarity with trans and non-binary communities, defending equal rights, personal dignity and safety for all.
MG
21 Sep 2026
Women
Stopping Violence Against Women and Girls
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to hold tech companies accountable, equip the police with the right powers, and build a digital world where women and girls can live safely and without fear.
MG
21 Sep 2026