It’s always a privilege to work in such a historic and remarkable place. Westminster Hall has seen centuries of debate, ceremony and change—and I’m proud to play a small part in its story as MP for Yeovil.

Great to learn more about Achieve Thrive Flourish following their recent drop-in in Parliament. Their work supporting young people facing challenges links closely with my work on improving support for neurodivergent children, including those with dyslexia. atfcommunity.com/about-atf

Public voting is now open for Business Leader of the Year at the SME National Business Awards. A great chance to celebrate Yeovil’s business leaders making a real impact. Nominate or vote here: smenationals.co.uk Nominations close: 18 July Voting closes: 8 August

I asked the Minister for a timeline on the new medium-lift helicopter contract. It’s clear we’re all watching this closely. I’ll keep pushing to make sure Leonardo in the UK 🇬🇧 in Yeovil is firmly in the running. Our local aerospace industry deserves strong backing.

Great to speak at the Teacher Ambassador Programme about my journey from youth club events to becoming MP for Yeovil. I shared my experiences of school, not going to university, and how that shaped my path into politics. Thanks to everyone for the thoughtful questions.

GPs in Yeovil and the South West are under huge pressure, and patients are being left behind. In Parliament, I called for action on GP access, NHS dentistry, public transport, and fair funding for Somerset. Our NHS needs proper investment—now.

In Westminster Hall, I invited Health Minister Stephen Kinnock to visit Ariel Healthcare in Chard, where GPs are working in a building that isn’t fit for purpose. He responded positively—and I’ll be following up. GPs and patients in Chard deserve better.

Huge thanks to Adam Dance MP MP for meeting the Guide Dogs team in Yeovil last week. While guiding Adam through the local streets, we discussed the daily challenges faced by people with sight loss, such as pavement parking.

Met with Avon and Somerset Police to raise concerns about unauthorised encampment at Oak Tree Park. Following up with Clare Moody, a formal police instruction was issued last night. The travellers have now moved on & the Somerset Council’s cleansing team is on site. Thanks to all involved.

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!

Many residents have contacted me about Crewkerne Community Hospital. I’ve told NHS leaders: protect the beds, keep the hospital open, and consult properly with the public. Read more: yeovil-libdems.org.uk/news/article/s…

Years of terrible energy policies under the Conservatives pushed up everyone’s bills, and this Labour Government has failed to prioritise cutting them.

#Yeovil MP Adam Dance MP has vowed to fight for "vital" inpatient beds at #Crewkerne Community Hospital as Somerset NHS Foundation Trust eyes changes as part of the government's ten-year plan for the #NHS: chardandilminsternews.co.uk/news/25319215.… #LDReporter #Somerset

I spoke to Richard Lawrence of ITV News 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.

"Asking mothers to travel further, with fewer choices and less support, is not just inconvenient – it is dangerous" ✍️ Adam Dance MP politicshome.com/opinion/articl…

Half of all maternity units in England are now rated inadequate or requires improvement. That is a national emergency. In PoliticsHome, I’ve written about why the Government must stop ignoring this crisis, and what we need to see happen now. Read here: politicshome.com/opinion/articl…

The NMH contract is absolutely critical for Yeovil, but as Leonardo in the UK 🇬🇧 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.

Just visited Wessex Water’s Pen Mill site to see the £31m investment improving water quality and storm storage in Yeovil. Upgrades like this matter - but must be matched by action from national bodies like the Environment Agency. Thanks to the team for showing me round.

221 MPs, from 9 parties, have sent a joint letter to the Prime Minister & Foreign Secretary urging them to recognise Palestine as a state now

I’ve heard from Network Rail & SWR Help that trains will no longer stop at Crewkerne Station from 28 July due to track safety issues caused by dry weather. A replacement bus will run between Yeovil Junction and Axminster. More info: southwesternrailway.com