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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 2d

Last month I visited Yeovil and heard about the difficulties faced by parents because of the closure of the local maternity unit.

Thanks to the tireless work of @AdamJamesDance.bsky.social and campaigners, it's reopening.

Adam Dance and Ed Davey attend a baby and toddler group in Yeovil.

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · 2d

A date has finally been set for the re-opening of Yeovil Maternity Unit – 21 April 2026.
While this is welcome news, it’s still a long way off. I’ll keep holding the Trust to account to make sure services return safely and without further delay.

Adam Dance MP speaks with campaigners at a busy protest calling for the protection of maternity services, with a large sign reading “Save Our Maternity Services” visible in the crowd.

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Daniel Mumby @danielmumbyldr.bsky.social · 2d

[email protected] & @adamjamesdance.bsky.social have joined brave #Somerset parents in calling for an end to the "scandal" surrounding #SEND funding: www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/2553937... #LDReporter

'My son begged me to kill him': Somerset parents call for SEND reforms

"Our children’s futures are being decided by spreadsheets, not by compassion. No child should be left to spiral until it’s too late"

www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · 3d

This morning I joined @gideonamos.bsky.social & the Somerset SEND Army at County Hall to call for better support for children with SEND.

The system is failing too many families — I’ve raised this in Parliament many times and will keep fighting for change. Every child deserves the chance to thrive.

A group of people stand outside a brick building holding signs and banners advocating for better support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · 8d

Too many children with dyslexia still miss out on early support – that must change.
I’m proud to back the Voice Petition with Jamie Oliver and the British Dyslexia Association, giving families & teachers the chance to share their stories directly with Gov.
Add your voice👉 dyslexiavoicepetition.com

Adam Dance MP stands with children and campaigners outside Parliament holding handmade signs calling for better support for dyslexic students. Signs include messages like “Fix the system not the kids” and “Dyslexia matters”.

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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · Sep 12

This morning in Ilminster with @AdamJamesDance.bsky.social I joined a fantastic baby sensory class and met new parents to discuss the ongoing crisis in maternity care across Somerset.

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Health Equals @healthequals.bsky.social · 20d

Which MPs have committed to #MakeHealthEqual at #LDConf?

From @alpinkerton.bsky.social to @adamjamesdance.bsky.social, 11 more have joined our growing network of champions — MPs promising to put the building blocks of health at the heart of national policymaking. 👉 bit.ly/4nUnfdm

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · 23d

@youngenterprise.bsky.social helps young people gain skills by creating and running their own businesses.
The creativity & ambition shown by Preston School students was inspiring – the future of business in Yeovil is bright.

Adam Dance MP speaking with a group of people at a Young Enterprise event.

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · 23d

Great to meet young people from Preston School, Yeovil, at #LibDemConf with @youngenterprise.bsky.social.
They showcased a brilliant project based on their school’s poly tunnel – thinking about sustainability, return on investment & impact.

Adam Dance MP standing with students from Preston School and a teacher at a Young Enterprise event.

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · Sep 15

Local families will be concerned to see Yeovil District Hospital named in the national maternity review.
I am pleased the Health Sec has listened to the concerns I raised. Now we need clear timelines, stronger communication & safe, compassionate care parents can trust.

www.gov.uk/government/n...

14 NHS Trusts the focus of national maternity investigation

Government announces 14 hospital trusts to be looked at in a national investigation

www.gov.uk

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · Sep 15

Great to be at Yeovil Does Pride last weekend. A brilliant celebration of love, equality and community spirit. Thank you to everyone who made it such a welcoming and positive event.

Adam Dance MP walks under a large rainbow Pride flag with his dog Roo on a lead, surrounded by smiling people holding the flag.

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · Sep 12

Thank you @eddavey.libdems.org.uk for joining me in Ilminster today. It was great to meet local parents together and hear their experiences first-hand.

Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · Sep 12

This morning in Ilminster with @AdamJamesDance.bsky.social I joined a fantastic baby sensory class and met new parents to discuss the ongoing crisis in maternity care across Somerset.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Sep 11

Schools are under-resourced, underfunded, and children are paying the price.

@AdamJamesDance.bsky.social has introduced his bill calling for universal neurodivergence screening in primary schools to support pupils across the country.

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Angus MacDonald MP 🔶 @angusmacdonaldld.bsky.social · Sep 11

1 in 7 school children are estimated to be neurodivergent. I left school a year early with poor results, it took me decades to realise I wasn’t thick!

@adamjamesdance.bsky.social is introducing a bill that will help a huge number of dyslexic and neurodivergent children. Watch his fantastic speech:

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · Sep 10

I’ve raised this before and will keep raising it. My constituents – some as young as 11 – want Britain to do more to protect peace and get aid into Gaza. I will continue to hold the Government to account.

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Schools Week @schoolsweek.bsky.social · Sep 10

📜 'By helping teachers identify needs earlier, we can prevent more children from reaching crisis point and reduce demand on the most intensive forms of provision'

@adamjamesdance.bsky.social

schoolsweek.co.uk

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · Aug 21

Best of luck to everyone getting their GCSE results today. Whatever your grades, they don’t define you or your future. Support is always available: youngminds.org.uk

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · Aug 19

Three months on from the temporary closure of Yeovil’s maternity unit, the Trust’s update gives little clarity on when and how services will safely reopen.
Families and staff deserve answers.
Read my full statement here: www.yeovil-libdems.org.uk/news/article...

Statement from Adam Dance MP on the three-month review of Yeovil’s Maternity Unit

A statement from Adam Dance, MP for Yeovil following the three-month review of Yeovil District Hospital's maternity unit closure.

www.yeovil-libdems.org.uk

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · Aug 4

The closure of Yeovil’s stroke unit is dangerous.
Only 13% of patients would be treated on time if taken to Taunton — compared to 74% at Yeovil.
I’m calling on the Government and NHS Somerset to pause the plans and protect local care.
We deserve better: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Yeovil stroke unit closure would be 'dangerous', MP says

NHS Somerset ICB says the changes would mean

www.bbc.co.uk

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · Jul 22

The NMH contract is absolutely critical for Yeovil, but as Leonardo makes clear, there is also real potential in the AW159 and AW101 programmes. I’ll keep doing all I can to champion Somerset’s world-class helicopter industry and protect jobs in our community.
www.flightglobal.com/defence/nmh-...

NMH win ‘critical’ for Yeovil but opportunities exist for AW159 and AW101, says Leonardo Helicopters UK chief

The new boss of Leonardo Helicopters UK has stressed the "criticality" for the business of winning the ongoing New Medium Helicopter (NMH) contest, but believes the airframer can grasp other opportuni...

www.flightglobal.com

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · Jul 21

Half of all maternity units in England are now rated inadequate or requires improvement. That is a national emergency.

In @politicshome.bsky.social, I’ve written about why the Government must stop ignoring this crisis, and what we need to see happen now.

www.politicshome.com/opinion/arti...

More than half of maternity units are failing – why are we not treating this as the national emergency it is?

As a Member of Parliament representing a rural area, I believe people – no matter where they live – deserve safe, compassionate and timely care. Bu...

www.politicshome.com

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Scribbler Pen @scribblerpen.bsky.social · Jul 9

"The government needs to stop making policy about #disabled people without them"
@adamjamesdance.bsky.social
👏👏👏
#BinUCBill

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Daniel Mumby @danielmumbyldr.bsky.social · Jul 17

#Yeovil MP @adamjamesdance.bsky.social has vowed to fight for "vital" inpatient beds at #Crewkerne Community Hospital as #Somerset health bosses eyes changes as part of the government's ten-year plan for the #NHS: www.chardandilminsternews.co.uk/news/2531921... #LDReporter

MP vows to fight for Crewkerne hospital beds amid NHS reform

Crewkerne's local MP has vowed to fight to protect the beds at the town's community hospital as the local NHS trust prepares to consider the…

www.chardandilminsternews.co.uk

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · Jul 17

I spoke to Richard Lawrence of @itvnews.bsky.social about how the closure of Yeovil’s maternity unit is leaving newly qualified midwives in limbo.

They want to stay in Somerset, but without a clear plan, we risk losing them.

I’ll keep fighting to bring services back.

Adam Dance MP being interviewed outside the Canalside building, speaking to a TV reporter holding a microphone, with a camera set up to film.

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Adam Dance @adamjamesdance.bsky.social · Jul 5

I’ll be on Sunday Politics West on BBC One at 10am tomorrow with Amanda Parr, joined by Kerry McCarthy, MP for Bristol East (Labour) and Bristol City Cllr Lorraine Francis (Green).

We covered a range of important issues - tune in if you can!

Adam Dance MP takes a smiling selfie with journalist Amanda Parr in a brightly lit studio. Both are dressed smartly, with Amanda wearing a navy blazer and Adam in a green tie with a white shirt and jacket. A red and blue graphic backdrop is behind them.

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