Mike Cox CBE
@mikefcox.bsky.social
Chartered Accountant and Liberal Democrat born in Bolton but living in Christchurch. Lib Dem Registered Party Treasurer - Deputy Leader of BCP Council - Senior Partner of Cox Costello & Horne
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Just caught up with the #BCP #Council Cabinet meeting held this afternoon & there was a very interesting question from resident @alexmckinstry.bsky.social & equally interesting response(s) from Cllr @mikefcox.bsky.social.
Press Leaks & deliberate misinterpretations ??
www.youtube.com/live/83VGlBk...
Press Leaks & deliberate misinterpretations ??
www.youtube.com/live/83VGlBk...
Cabinet 11 February 2026 2.30pm | BCP Council
YouTube video by BCP Council
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February 11, 2026 at 6:56 PM
Just caught up with the #BCP #Council Cabinet meeting held this afternoon & there was a very interesting question from resident @alexmckinstry.bsky.social & equally interesting response(s) from Cllr @mikefcox.bsky.social.
Press Leaks & deliberate misinterpretations ??
www.youtube.com/live/83VGlBk...
Press Leaks & deliberate misinterpretations ??
www.youtube.com/live/83VGlBk...
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Sir Ian McKellen performing a monologue from Shakespeare’s Sir Thomas More on the Stephen Colbert show. Never have I heard this monologue performed with such a keen sense of prescience. Nor have I ever been in this exact historical moment.TY Sir Ian, for reaching us once again.
#Pinks #ProudBlue
#Pinks #ProudBlue
February 5, 2026 at 11:50 AM
Sir Ian McKellen performing a monologue from Shakespeare’s Sir Thomas More on the Stephen Colbert show. Never have I heard this monologue performed with such a keen sense of prescience. Nor have I ever been in this exact historical moment.TY Sir Ian, for reaching us once again.
#Pinks #ProudBlue
#Pinks #ProudBlue
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What disgusting comments. Our military paid with their lives with huge numbers returning horribly maimed physically & mentally.
As well as being cruel & wrong thus feels like a strong signal that he values no one & IMO puts the very future of NATO at risk
As well as being cruel & wrong thus feels like a strong signal that he values no one & IMO puts the very future of NATO at risk
Trump prompts outrage with claim Nato troops avoided frontline in Afghanistan
Trump prompts outrage with claim Nato troops avoided frontline in Afghanistan
UK MPs and veterans condemn US president’s comments and highlight his avoidance of military service in Vietnam
Donald Trump has provoked outrage among British MPs and veterans after claiming Nato troops stayed away from the frontline in Afghanistan.
The US president made his comments in an interview with Fox News in which he reiterated his suggestion that Nato would not support America if asked. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
January 23, 2026 at 8:20 AM
What disgusting comments. Our military paid with their lives with huge numbers returning horribly maimed physically & mentally.
As well as being cruel & wrong thus feels like a strong signal that he values no one & IMO puts the very future of NATO at risk
As well as being cruel & wrong thus feels like a strong signal that he values no one & IMO puts the very future of NATO at risk
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Hi @tomhayesmp.bsky.social I just saw this post of yours over on FB and it misrepresents the truth.
#BCP annual bus grant for 2025/26 is £2,759,081.
Over the next 3 years that figure drops by 5% to £2,621,127 each year, so even by my limited maths skills that £7,863,381 represents a cut doesn't it?
#BCP annual bus grant for 2025/26 is £2,759,081.
Over the next 3 years that figure drops by 5% to £2,621,127 each year, so even by my limited maths skills that £7,863,381 represents a cut doesn't it?
December 8, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Hi @tomhayesmp.bsky.social I just saw this post of yours over on FB and it misrepresents the truth.
#BCP annual bus grant for 2025/26 is £2,759,081.
Over the next 3 years that figure drops by 5% to £2,621,127 each year, so even by my limited maths skills that £7,863,381 represents a cut doesn't it?
#BCP annual bus grant for 2025/26 is £2,759,081.
Over the next 3 years that figure drops by 5% to £2,621,127 each year, so even by my limited maths skills that £7,863,381 represents a cut doesn't it?
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With the mayoral elections cancelled, priority areas will now receive less funding — so I called on the Government to make sure Wessex gets its fair share. Yet again, ministers refused to accept that Dorset and its neighbours deserve equal access to funding for infrastructure, housing and skills.
December 4, 2025 at 4:32 PM
With the mayoral elections cancelled, priority areas will now receive less funding — so I called on the Government to make sure Wessex gets its fair share. Yet again, ministers refused to accept that Dorset and its neighbours deserve equal access to funding for infrastructure, housing and skills.
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We need a VAT cut in Wednesday’s Budget to save hospitality and revive our high streets. We’re losing a pub a day and 80,000 jobs.
I’ve launched my Pub of the Year competition to celebrate locals and highlight the pressures they face.
Nominate at vikkislade.uk by 28 Nov.
I’ve launched my Pub of the Year competition to celebrate locals and highlight the pressures they face.
Nominate at vikkislade.uk by 28 Nov.
November 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
We need a VAT cut in Wednesday’s Budget to save hospitality and revive our high streets. We’re losing a pub a day and 80,000 jobs.
I’ve launched my Pub of the Year competition to celebrate locals and highlight the pressures they face.
Nominate at vikkislade.uk by 28 Nov.
I’ve launched my Pub of the Year competition to celebrate locals and highlight the pressures they face.
Nominate at vikkislade.uk by 28 Nov.
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So pleased that @libdemdaisy.bsky.social launched this as @libdems.org.uk party policy today.
We need to address the “Cost of doing Business Crisis alongside the Cost of Living Crisis”
We need to address the “Cost of doing Business Crisis alongside the Cost of Living Crisis”
That’s why I recently launched my Pub of the Year competition — to celebrate our fantastic local pubs and highlight the challenges they face.
🍻 To nominate your favourite local, visit the main page of my website - www.vikkislade.uk
🍻 To nominate your favourite local, visit the main page of my website - www.vikkislade.uk
Home | Vikki Slade - MDNP
www.vikkislade.uk
November 12, 2025 at 11:31 AM
So pleased that @libdemdaisy.bsky.social launched this as @libdems.org.uk party policy today.
We need to address the “Cost of doing Business Crisis alongside the Cost of Living Crisis”
We need to address the “Cost of doing Business Crisis alongside the Cost of Living Crisis”
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I trust that all #BCP Council residents, Cllr's & local MP's listen to Adam Richens the Statutory 151 Officer/Director of Finance responses to questions regarding the 4.99% uplift in Council Tax because he dispels much of the misinformation spread by mischief makers.
www.youtube.com/live/zd4XzGh...
www.youtube.com/live/zd4XzGh...
Audit and Governance Committee 16th October 2025 6.00pm | BCP Council
YouTube video by BCP Council
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October 16, 2025 at 10:09 PM
I trust that all #BCP Council residents, Cllr's & local MP's listen to Adam Richens the Statutory 151 Officer/Director of Finance responses to questions regarding the 4.99% uplift in Council Tax because he dispels much of the misinformation spread by mischief makers.
www.youtube.com/live/zd4XzGh...
www.youtube.com/live/zd4XzGh...
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Perhaps #Labour MP's need to check their own decision making when it comes to holding the Labour Government to account, they stand up for residents only when it falls inline with the Whips Office.
#WinterFuelAllowance #BenefitCuts #EmployersNIrise etc..
www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/2551747...
#WinterFuelAllowance #BenefitCuts #EmployersNIrise etc..
www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/2551747...
'Standing up for residents and holding the council accountable'
As your elected representative in Parliament, listening and acting in your best interests drives what I do. That should be the case for local…
www.bournemouthecho.co.uk
October 6, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Perhaps #Labour MP's need to check their own decision making when it comes to holding the Labour Government to account, they stand up for residents only when it falls inline with the Whips Office.
#WinterFuelAllowance #BenefitCuts #EmployersNIrise etc..
www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/2551747...
#WinterFuelAllowance #BenefitCuts #EmployersNIrise etc..
www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/2551747...
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Can’t believe Lib Dem Conference was already a week ago!
Here’s a quick look at what I packed into an incredible (and very long!) weekend.
Here’s a quick look at what I packed into an incredible (and very long!) weekend.
September 28, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Can’t believe Lib Dem Conference was already a week ago!
Here’s a quick look at what I packed into an incredible (and very long!) weekend.
Here’s a quick look at what I packed into an incredible (and very long!) weekend.
👏
Nigel Farage looks uncomfortable as Jamie Raskin uses his opening statement to absolutely demolish him
September 3, 2025 at 10:46 PM
👏
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Congratulations to London Liberal Democrats for an incredible result in West Hampstead last night.
Janet Grauberg will make a fantastic local councillor. Bring on the local elections next year!
Janet Grauberg will make a fantastic local councillor. Bring on the local elections next year!
West Hampstead (Camden) Council By-Election Result:
🔶 LDM: 54.4% (+15.4)
🌹 LAB: 21.2% (-23.4)
🌳 CON: 10.3% (-6.3)
➡️ RFM: 7.2% (New)
🌍 GRN: 7.0% (New)
Liberal Democrat GAIN from Labour.
Changes w/ 2022.
🔶 LDM: 54.4% (+15.4)
🌹 LAB: 21.2% (-23.4)
🌳 CON: 10.3% (-6.3)
➡️ RFM: 7.2% (New)
🌍 GRN: 7.0% (New)
Liberal Democrat GAIN from Labour.
Changes w/ 2022.
August 29, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Congratulations to London Liberal Democrats for an incredible result in West Hampstead last night.
Janet Grauberg will make a fantastic local councillor. Bring on the local elections next year!
Janet Grauberg will make a fantastic local councillor. Bring on the local elections next year!
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After 1,700 fines were issued for illegal parking this weekend, I asked the Minister:
Is it really fair for council tax payers to foot the £200 bill every time a car is towed — just because a driver chose to ignore the rules?
It's time for the Government to act.
Is it really fair for council tax payers to foot the £200 bill every time a car is towed — just because a driver chose to ignore the rules?
It's time for the Government to act.
July 14, 2025 at 5:02 PM
After 1,700 fines were issued for illegal parking this weekend, I asked the Minister:
Is it really fair for council tax payers to foot the £200 bill every time a car is towed — just because a driver chose to ignore the rules?
It's time for the Government to act.
Is it really fair for council tax payers to foot the £200 bill every time a car is towed — just because a driver chose to ignore the rules?
It's time for the Government to act.
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President Zelenskyy has been one of the greatest leaders of our time, guiding Ukraine through the darkest period of its recent history, rising up to Russia’s unwarranted aggression, being an inspiration to the Ukrainian people and ensuring that Ukraine’s voice is heard on the world stage.
February 20, 2025 at 12:14 AM
President Zelenskyy has been one of the greatest leaders of our time, guiding Ukraine through the darkest period of its recent history, rising up to Russia’s unwarranted aggression, being an inspiration to the Ukrainian people and ensuring that Ukraine’s voice is heard on the world stage.
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If Ukraine is forced to surrender its sovereign territory to Russia, it will be the greatest betrayal of a European ally since Poland in 1945.
The UK must lead in Europe in defence of Ukraine. We cannot stand back and watch as Zelensky is bullied by Trump.
The UK must lead in Europe in defence of Ukraine. We cannot stand back and watch as Zelensky is bullied by Trump.
February 13, 2025 at 5:29 PM
If Ukraine is forced to surrender its sovereign territory to Russia, it will be the greatest betrayal of a European ally since Poland in 1945.
The UK must lead in Europe in defence of Ukraine. We cannot stand back and watch as Zelensky is bullied by Trump.
The UK must lead in Europe in defence of Ukraine. We cannot stand back and watch as Zelensky is bullied by Trump.
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Absolutely delighted that our Children's Services have achieved a 'good' rating from Ofsted. It's down to the dedication and hard work of our amazing staff members, the confidence and drive of our leadership team and the investment in children's services as a priority across the whole council 🌟
January 30, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Absolutely delighted that our Children's Services have achieved a 'good' rating from Ofsted. It's down to the dedication and hard work of our amazing staff members, the confidence and drive of our leadership team and the investment in children's services as a priority across the whole council 🌟
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Thank you Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde.
Bishop Urges Trump To 'Have Mercy' In Powerful Plea During Inauguration Prayer Service
Love this ❤️ And his reaction!
www.comicsands.com
January 21, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Thank you Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde.
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Wow. MPs back proportional representation system for UK elections in symbolic vote
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
MPs back proportional representation system for UK elections in symbolic vote
Lib Dem proposal is passed by 137 votes to 135 with some Labour backbench support but is unlikely to become law
www.theguardian.com
December 3, 2024 at 5:37 PM
Wow. MPs back proportional representation system for UK elections in symbolic vote
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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Every vote counts, etc. etc.
A win for Sarah Olney’s 10 minute rule bill - Elections (Proportional Representation). With a majority of 2!
Our country desperately needs a fairer electoral system under which every vote count.
Our country desperately needs a fairer electoral system under which every vote count.
December 3, 2024 at 3:18 PM
Every vote counts, etc. etc.
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Ukraine deserves to make next year a year of peace, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Nov. 19 during the European Parliament's extraordinary session dedicated to the 1,000th day of Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine.
'Ukraine deserves to make next year a year of peace' — Zelensky addresses European Parliament
"A thousand days of war is a tremendous challenge. Ukraine deserves to make next year a year of peace," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
kyivindependent.com
November 19, 2024 at 8:25 PM
Ukraine deserves to make next year a year of peace, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Nov. 19 during the European Parliament's extraordinary session dedicated to the 1,000th day of Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine.
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Just a reminder of what trade deals “with the rest of the world” have done for us compared with what we have lost and continue to lose…
(Private Eye)
(Private Eye)
November 18, 2024 at 8:58 AM
Just a reminder of what trade deals “with the rest of the world” have done for us compared with what we have lost and continue to lose…
(Private Eye)
(Private Eye)
Getting in the mood for more Wolf Hall 😉
November 17, 2024 at 11:44 PM
Getting in the mood for more Wolf Hall 😉