Epsom & Ewell LibDems

Official portrait of the new MP for Epsom and Ewell, including Ashtead and Leatherhead @helenemaguire 👇 #FreshStart 🔶

Alongside the other members of the Surrey Leaders Group, I have written to the Minister of State for Local Government and English Devolution express our commitment to bring forward proposals for devolution and urge the government to allow May's elections to take place.

The £5Bn+ of debt in Surrey is a massive issue. Any new unitaries created are likely to need a bail out on day one.

Let #voters decide! The May 2025 #elections must go ahead as planned, giving every party the chance to present their vision for Surrey's future. Constituents should have the right and opportunity to influence how their county is governed. Have your say: shorturl.at/bKaRe

Today is #WorldBrailleDay. Let's celebrate braille’s empowering role for individuals with visual impairments. We are lucky to have @epsomandewelltn for local accessible news. Let’s champion #Accessibility & #Inclusion for all. Visit EETN here: eetn.org.uk

Today I met teachers @RoseberySchool1 which opened its doors to allow students, parents & the wider community to come together to grieve after the tragic loss of Miss Devonish. So many tributes, so many flowers. She will be missed by so many- may you Rest In Peace.

At Epsom Hospital today, great to see @Keir_Starmer celebrate SW London Elective Orthopaedic Centre’s success. Disappointing no new investment for local hospitals or social care—this crisis can't be ignored. I'll keep pressing for urgent action. #InvestInCare #NHS

I am saddened to hear about the tragic loss of life in the Ashley Centre car park in Epsom. My thoughts are with the family and friends during this difficult time. If you witnessed the incident please contact Surrey Police, quoting reference number PR/45250001256 or call 101.

Yesterday I highlighted the unacceptable conditions at St Helier and Epsom hospitals that have exacerbated long A&E wait times this winter. It's time for action: repairs for our local hospitals and prioritisation of the new emergency care hospital in Sutton. #Epsom #NHS

I will be voting for the Climate and Nature Bill on the 27th January! This Bill would allow the UK to become a world leader in tackling the climate and nature crisis by addressing its root causes. #CANBill #yesweCAN @zerohour_uk

I was delighted to support @ThreshedThought in calling on the @HMgovernment_ to size the $300bn assets. If the west fails to act decisively, it signals to authoritarian regimes worldwide that aggression & the violation of international law come with little consequence.

Turns out I am the 682nd woman to have been elected to @UKParliament. I fully support @CentenaryAction's work to achieve a #GenderEqualParliament by 2028. Let's do it! #Mission2028

I support #HughsLaw. Hearing from @ItsNeverYou22 about their incredible work was deeply moving. Families of sick children face enough struggles. Financial support should be there from day one. Let’s make this urgent change happen. 💙 #ChildhoodCancer #SupportFamilies

Statement on the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill

Yesterday, I spoke out about the importance of #playgrounds for our children's wellbeing. These spaces are vital for our children's social, mental and physical development. Without urgent action, generations of children will grow up deprived of these key community spaces.

On Monday, I spoke to BBC Radio Surrey about the unacceptable conditions at St Helier Hospital. With the Government's recent #NHS reform plans, I am calling for St Helier to be made a priority. We urgently need a new hospital and greater investment. Missed me? Listen below.

Do you know a #veteran who has excelled in a second career? Celebrate their achievements by nominating them for the 2025 British Forces in Business Awards! To nominate simply visit buff.ly/2EruvMY and submit by 28 February 2025. #ForcesInBusiness

Alongside my 5 Surrey Liberal Democrat MP colleagues, I’ve written to the Government to oppose Surrey County Council’s shocking plan to cancel the May 2025 elections. People in #EpsomAndEwell and across #Surrey deserve the right to hold their leaders to account.#LetSurreyVote

Every woman deserves to live free from fear, yet 3,000 crimes of violence against women & girls are recorded every day. Behind every statistic is a life disrupted and safety stolen. It’s time to act- at every level of society we need to do better. #VAWG #EndViolenceAgainstWomen

Delighted to be on @Jackie_News talking about the recent @10DowningStreet visit to #Epsom

Last week I urged the SoS for MHCLG to rethink cancelling the May 2025 local elections, pressed @wesstreeting and @keirstarmer to fix our hospitals and spoke out against river pollution. Sign up for my updates at: buff.ly/4ajAwGO