Michael Butlin
@michaelbutlin.bsky.social
LibDem Cllr South Twickenham 50yr IT experience 20yr Reserve Forces Pro EU Palestine Ukraine Renewable Energy
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‼️🇺🇦 Militarisation of Ukrainian Children: From Russia to North Korea
At least two Ukrainian children abducted by Russian forces were forcibly transferred to a camp in North Korea. Data indicates at least 20,000 stolen Ukrainian children.
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theukrainianreview.info/militarisati...
At least two Ukrainian children abducted by Russian forces were forcibly transferred to a camp in North Korea. Data indicates at least 20,000 stolen Ukrainian children.
Read more 🔽
theukrainianreview.info/militarisati...
Militarisation of Ukrainian Children: From Russia to North Korea
At least two Ukrainian children abducted by Russian forces were forcibly transferred to a camp in North Korea, legal expert Kateryna Rashevska told a U.S. Senat
theukrainianreview.info
December 4, 2025 at 12:11 PM
‼️🇺🇦 Militarisation of Ukrainian Children: From Russia to North Korea
At least two Ukrainian children abducted by Russian forces were forcibly transferred to a camp in North Korea. Data indicates at least 20,000 stolen Ukrainian children.
Read more 🔽
theukrainianreview.info/militarisati...
At least two Ukrainian children abducted by Russian forces were forcibly transferred to a camp in North Korea. Data indicates at least 20,000 stolen Ukrainian children.
Read more 🔽
theukrainianreview.info/militarisati...
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A Thailand-based crypto investor has handed a record-breaking £9 million to Reform UK, shortly before Nigel Farage used media interviews to plug his crypto firm and promise lower taxes and deregulation on the industry
bylinetimes.com/2025/12/04/c...
bylinetimes.com/2025/12/04/c...
Crypto Investor Donates £9 Million to Reform UK After Nigel Farage Plugs His Company and Tells Industry 'I Am Your Champion'
The Reform leader recently used media interviews to back Christopher Harborne's company while promising to cut taxes and regulations on crypto firms
bylinetimes.com
December 4, 2025 at 10:19 AM
A Thailand-based crypto investor has handed a record-breaking £9 million to Reform UK, shortly before Nigel Farage used media interviews to plug his crypto firm and promise lower taxes and deregulation on the industry
bylinetimes.com/2025/12/04/c...
bylinetimes.com/2025/12/04/c...
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The economy is in shambles. ICE is attacking immigrants AND citizens. Pete Hegseth endangered troops with his Signalgate fiasco and murdered two shipwrecked men. Trump is declaring war on Venezuela. Medical insurance costs are skyrocketing. And Republicans are revolting
MAGA is starting to crumble
MAGA is starting to crumble
December 4, 2025 at 6:11 AM
The economy is in shambles. ICE is attacking immigrants AND citizens. Pete Hegseth endangered troops with his Signalgate fiasco and murdered two shipwrecked men. Trump is declaring war on Venezuela. Medical insurance costs are skyrocketing. And Republicans are revolting
MAGA is starting to crumble
MAGA is starting to crumble
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This week, Alaa Abdel Fattah will miss his son’s 14th birthday.
I asked the Minister to elaborate on the government's plans to ensure that Alaa is able to return from Egypt to be with his son for Christmas.
For the response, click here: parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
I asked the Minister to elaborate on the government's plans to ensure that Alaa is able to return from Egypt to be with his son for Christmas.
For the response, click here: parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
December 4, 2025 at 10:47 AM
This week, Alaa Abdel Fattah will miss his son’s 14th birthday.
I asked the Minister to elaborate on the government's plans to ensure that Alaa is able to return from Egypt to be with his son for Christmas.
For the response, click here: parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
I asked the Minister to elaborate on the government's plans to ensure that Alaa is able to return from Egypt to be with his son for Christmas.
For the response, click here: parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
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Every week in the UK, 12 young people die suddenly from a previously undiagnosed heart condition.
Cardiac Risk in the Young works to save young lives and prevent avoidable tragedies, and it was a privilege to discuss their work with them this week.
Cardiac Risk in the Young works to save young lives and prevent avoidable tragedies, and it was a privilege to discuss their work with them this week.
December 4, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Every week in the UK, 12 young people die suddenly from a previously undiagnosed heart condition.
Cardiac Risk in the Young works to save young lives and prevent avoidable tragedies, and it was a privilege to discuss their work with them this week.
Cardiac Risk in the Young works to save young lives and prevent avoidable tragedies, and it was a privilege to discuss their work with them this week.
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It’s impossible not to be deeply moved by Jacob’s story.
His mother, Carly, in the midst of her grief, is bravely spreading this vital message: Privately owned e-scooters are not safe or legal on our roads.
Please do not buy them this Christmas season.
#NoEmptyChairs @jacobsjourney.bsky.social
His mother, Carly, in the midst of her grief, is bravely spreading this vital message: Privately owned e-scooters are not safe or legal on our roads.
Please do not buy them this Christmas season.
#NoEmptyChairs @jacobsjourney.bsky.social
December 4, 2025 at 11:41 AM
It’s impossible not to be deeply moved by Jacob’s story.
His mother, Carly, in the midst of her grief, is bravely spreading this vital message: Privately owned e-scooters are not safe or legal on our roads.
Please do not buy them this Christmas season.
#NoEmptyChairs @jacobsjourney.bsky.social
His mother, Carly, in the midst of her grief, is bravely spreading this vital message: Privately owned e-scooters are not safe or legal on our roads.
Please do not buy them this Christmas season.
#NoEmptyChairs @jacobsjourney.bsky.social
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⚓ The Russian spy ship Yantar is a direct threat to our security. It has been probing vital North Sea cables and pipelines and has even used high-powered lasers against RAF pilots. I’ve pressed the Government on how it will protect this infrastructure and hold Russia to account. #security
December 4, 2025 at 12:02 PM
⚓ The Russian spy ship Yantar is a direct threat to our security. It has been probing vital North Sea cables and pipelines and has even used high-powered lasers against RAF pilots. I’ve pressed the Government on how it will protect this infrastructure and hold Russia to account. #security
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Rising levels of mental illness needs to be better understood. This is an opportunity to ensure we better understand the help people need, including far stronger prevention and support in the community.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Streeting orders review into mental health and ADHD diagnoses
The health secretary says the aim is to tackle a rising demand for services and pressure on the NHS.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 4, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Rising levels of mental illness needs to be better understood. This is an opportunity to ensure we better understand the help people need, including far stronger prevention and support in the community.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Earlier this week I spoke in Parliament on the Autumn Budget. I welcomed energy bill support and lifting the two-child limit, but stealth taxes hit students, pensions and Torbay’s elderly. Hospitality suffers, trusts collapse, and the West Country was failed. Our communities deserve better.
December 4, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Earlier this week I spoke in Parliament on the Autumn Budget. I welcomed energy bill support and lifting the two-child limit, but stealth taxes hit students, pensions and Torbay’s elderly. Hospitality suffers, trusts collapse, and the West Country was failed. Our communities deserve better.
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Since 2022, 1600 Ukrainians have found safety and support here in Somerset. This week, I asked the Foreign Secretary about the Government’s plans to implement a pathway to settled status, so Ukrainians can integrate fully into the UK without fear of returning to an active war zone.
December 4, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Since 2022, 1600 Ukrainians have found safety and support here in Somerset. This week, I asked the Foreign Secretary about the Government’s plans to implement a pathway to settled status, so Ukrainians can integrate fully into the UK without fear of returning to an active war zone.
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It was a privilege to cut the ribbon on South Somerset Community Accessible Transport’s new fleet of community ‘ring-and-ride’ buses on Saturday!
December 3, 2025 at 12:19 PM
It was a privilege to cut the ribbon on South Somerset Community Accessible Transport’s new fleet of community ‘ring-and-ride’ buses on Saturday!
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This week, I led a debate on the huge disruption caused by plans to close J38 of the M6 at Tebay for 18 months southbound, and then for another 18 months northbound.
I'm glad that the Roads Minister said that National Highways will now be conducting a review into proposals for temporary slip roads.
I'm glad that the Roads Minister said that National Highways will now be conducting a review into proposals for temporary slip roads.
December 3, 2025 at 12:47 PM
This week, I led a debate on the huge disruption caused by plans to close J38 of the M6 at Tebay for 18 months southbound, and then for another 18 months northbound.
I'm glad that the Roads Minister said that National Highways will now be conducting a review into proposals for temporary slip roads.
I'm glad that the Roads Minister said that National Highways will now be conducting a review into proposals for temporary slip roads.
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I'm shocked to learn of the serious incident on Boase Avenue St Andrews this morning - my thoughts are with the person who was injured.
I know this has shaken the local community but I’m assured that the police are continuing their enquiries.
www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5385...
I know this has shaken the local community but I’m assured that the police are continuing their enquiries.
www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5385...
Man stabbed in St Andrews attempted murder as police launch manhunt
The victim has been taken to hospital with serious injuries.
www.thecourier.co.uk
December 3, 2025 at 12:52 PM
I'm shocked to learn of the serious incident on Boase Avenue St Andrews this morning - my thoughts are with the person who was injured.
I know this has shaken the local community but I’m assured that the police are continuing their enquiries.
www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5385...
I know this has shaken the local community but I’m assured that the police are continuing their enquiries.
www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5385...
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Why is the Prime Minister ignoring his own Chief Economic Advisor, who recommended a Customs Union with the EU to boost growth?
Instead he's choosing to hike taxes in a cost of living crisis.
Instead he's choosing to hike taxes in a cost of living crisis.
December 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Why is the Prime Minister ignoring his own Chief Economic Advisor, who recommended a Customs Union with the EU to boost growth?
Instead he's choosing to hike taxes in a cost of living crisis.
Instead he's choosing to hike taxes in a cost of living crisis.
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👨⚕️ Support for Milngavie Health and Care Centre.👩⚕️
Speaking in the budget debate this week I asked the Government to join me in writing to the Scottish Government to request that they use their increase in funding to support the creation of a health and care centre in mid Dunbartonshire.
Speaking in the budget debate this week I asked the Government to join me in writing to the Scottish Government to request that they use their increase in funding to support the creation of a health and care centre in mid Dunbartonshire.
December 3, 2025 at 1:35 PM
👨⚕️ Support for Milngavie Health and Care Centre.👩⚕️
Speaking in the budget debate this week I asked the Government to join me in writing to the Scottish Government to request that they use their increase in funding to support the creation of a health and care centre in mid Dunbartonshire.
Speaking in the budget debate this week I asked the Government to join me in writing to the Scottish Government to request that they use their increase in funding to support the creation of a health and care centre in mid Dunbartonshire.
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Last night, I voted against Labour’s botched budget. It could have been a budget of opportunity for hard working people and small businesses. Instead, it is a budget of tax rises and broken promises.
December 3, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Last night, I voted against Labour’s botched budget. It could have been a budget of opportunity for hard working people and small businesses. Instead, it is a budget of tax rises and broken promises.
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Though I understand this Government has inherited a difficult economic landscape after a decade of Conservative mismanagement, I cannot overlook the missed opportunities for a fair and growing economy. 🧵
December 3, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Though I understand this Government has inherited a difficult economic landscape after a decade of Conservative mismanagement, I cannot overlook the missed opportunities for a fair and growing economy. 🧵
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The only 'peace' which Russia will accept is one which carves up Ukraine's territory, destroys its sovereignty and turns it into vassal state for Putin to plunder.
We Europeans cannot let that happen.
We Europeans cannot let that happen.
December 3, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The only 'peace' which Russia will accept is one which carves up Ukraine's territory, destroys its sovereignty and turns it into vassal state for Putin to plunder.
We Europeans cannot let that happen.
We Europeans cannot let that happen.
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I loved calling in at the Lantern Arts Centre in Raynes Park and hearing about their upcoming production of Rapunzel.
Their commitment to the arts and the community is brilliant to see, not to mention their fabulous wardrobe!
#smallbusinesssaturday2025
Their commitment to the arts and the community is brilliant to see, not to mention their fabulous wardrobe!
#smallbusinesssaturday2025
December 3, 2025 at 3:22 PM
I loved calling in at the Lantern Arts Centre in Raynes Park and hearing about their upcoming production of Rapunzel.
Their commitment to the arts and the community is brilliant to see, not to mention their fabulous wardrobe!
#smallbusinesssaturday2025
Their commitment to the arts and the community is brilliant to see, not to mention their fabulous wardrobe!
#smallbusinesssaturday2025
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December 3, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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On Monday, I asked the Minister how he can expect rural businesses to have confidence in a Government which used inaccurate statistics to calculate APR increases and this year’s botched Budget:
December 3, 2025 at 4:28 PM
On Monday, I asked the Minister how he can expect rural businesses to have confidence in a Government which used inaccurate statistics to calculate APR increases and this year’s botched Budget:
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I am delighted that the Conservative-run council have finally seen sense after initially blocking the community’s aspirations. There is huge support in Paignton to see the Monastery put more heart into the community.
December 3, 2025 at 4:30 PM
I am delighted that the Conservative-run council have finally seen sense after initially blocking the community’s aspirations. There is huge support in Paignton to see the Monastery put more heart into the community.
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At last week's #PMQs I pushed the PM to say what his plans are to urgently get people home from hospital but are stuck there because of our failing social care system...
...he had no decent answer
...he had no decent answer
The Prime Minister’s reply dodges the crisis facing our hospitals: blocked beds, limited social care, and services overwhelmed.
Reforms in 2026 won’t help patients stuck this winter, action is needed right now.
@AlisonEBennett.bsky.social
Reforms in 2026 won’t help patients stuck this winter, action is needed right now.
@AlisonEBennett.bsky.social
December 2, 2025 at 7:14 PM
At last week's #PMQs I pushed the PM to say what his plans are to urgently get people home from hospital but are stuck there because of our failing social care system...
...he had no decent answer
...he had no decent answer
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A terrible admission of failure this. Why would anyone vote Reform when by their own admission they cannot win? Equally why would Conservatives find this attractive?
FT Exclusive: The Reform UK leader told donors he expects a deal or merger between his party and the Conservatives ahead of the next general election, suggesting he does not believe he can sweep to power alone. on.ft.com/44xlHi0
December 2, 2025 at 10:19 PM
A terrible admission of failure this. Why would anyone vote Reform when by their own admission they cannot win? Equally why would Conservatives find this attractive?
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An atmospheric evening in London after late votes on the budget including voting against the stealth tax from frozen personal allowance and taking a stance against the family farm tax.
December 2, 2025 at 11:47 PM
An atmospheric evening in London after late votes on the budget including voting against the stealth tax from frozen personal allowance and taking a stance against the family farm tax.