Wera Hobhouse MP  Verified account

@Wera_Hobhouse

Bath's Liberal Democrat MP, re-elected in 2019. Please contact me at office@werahobhouse.co.uk. I do not do casework on Twitter.

Bath
werahobhouse.co.uk/annual_report_…
Joined February 2009
1,375 Photos and videos Photos and videos

Tweets

You blocked @Wera_Hobhouse

Are you sure you want to view these Tweets? Viewing Tweets won't unblock @Wera_Hobhouse

  1. Pinned Tweet
    May 10

    COP26 gets closer every day – we need to talk about the undue influence of lobbyists there. Vested interests cannot be allowed to undermine ambition or to greenwash their contribution to the climate crisis by sponsoring the event! Read our letter to the COP President below 👇

    5 replies 11 retweets 20 likes
    Undo
  2. 38 minutes ago

    Active travel reduces local air pollution and congestion, but it also has so many physical and mental health benefits. 🚶🚴 I encourage pupils across Bath to take part in – more information available here! 👇

    📰 Nearly two thirds of Brits support the introduction of car-free zones outside schools, according to the findings of a survey published to mark the start of Walk to School Week. 👉
    2 retweets 6 likes
    Undo
  3. 19 hours ago

    A rare moment of agreement with the former Prime Minister, Theresa May – the Planning Bill will see the 'wrong homes in the wrong places'. The Bill hands too much power to developers, stopping us here in Bath from building green homes to tackle the Climate Emergency. 🏡

    1 reply 9 retweets 42 likes
    Undo
  4. Retweeted
    May 17

    Today will respond to a UQ to the Home Dept about "Recent Antisemitic attacks across the UK" will respond to Matt Hancock's Covid update will be taking part in the continuation of the Queen's Speech debate on "Safer Streets for All"

    1 reply 7 retweets 26 likes
    Undo
  5. May 16

    A bit rainy, but Sarah Green already in full swing for Chesham and Amersham by-election. On the doorstep there is frustration that the Tories have been taking voters for granted for years, while doing very little. Time for change

    8 replies 67 retweets 231 likes
    Undo
  6. May 15

    Once the nation wakes up to the real disaster of Brexit all current seat projections for Tories at next GE might easily come to nothing. Two years - and a bit - are a long time in politics.

    A survey of 1,483 firms by found 23% had temporarily halted EU sales, 70% had experienced delays & 32% had lost goods since 1 January.
    27 replies 48 retweets 118 likes
    Undo
  7. May 14

    3 replies 3 retweets 9 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  8. May 14

    2 replies 4 retweets 10 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  9. May 14

    This Queen's Speech has been more than disappointing. We need a bold vision for this country that is radical and long-term. 🌍 Watch my speech, here 👇

    10 replies 15 retweets 38 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  10. May 14

    I had a very constructive meeting with of , the brilliant regional service supporting those affected by eating disorders. Congratulations on their well-deserved award! 👏 Looking forward to working together.

    SWEDA is delighted to have been chosen as a winner of the 2021 GSK IMPACT Awards for its work improving the lives of people with eating disorders. More details on our website: Watch GSK’s video here
    1 reply 5 likes
    Undo
  11. May 14

    I am so proud of Bath's links to swimming and was delighted to be elected a Vice-Chair of the Swimming APPG. 🏊‍♀️ Worrying figures from show the impact of Covid on school swimming. It is vital that all children have the opportunity to learn this skill.

    4 replies 12 retweets 30 likes
    Undo
  12. May 14

    Listening to moving stories of families with disabled children and the devastating social isolation suffered during lockdown. Access to routine health services/therapies had a massive impact on many children’s progress on essential life skills.

    1 reply 8 retweets 18 likes
    Undo
  13. Retweeted
    May 13

    Great to see , & all speak in just now on the need for us to take into account, as policy-makers, the of These MPs show how this area of work has the support of MPs of all political colours

    1:16
    Delighted that spoke in about the need for a Wellbeing of Future Generations Bill 👏 'If the Government is serious about a brighter future for the next generations, it would support a Wellbeing of Future Generations Bill'
    1 reply 10 retweets 21 likes
    Undo
  14. May 13

    The botched PCC election in Wiltshire is a disgrace. Why should the public pay for a re-run?

    5 replies 20 retweets 46 likes
    Undo
  15. Retweeted
    May 13

    "Having grown up in Germany, with a voting system that delivers both responsiveness to the voters and stability, what I can tell you is that Britain needs less First Past the Post, not more."

    8 replies 268 retweets 669 likes
    Undo
  16. May 13

    Putting together the finishing touches to my speech for today’s debate on the Queen’s speech! ✍️ I will be urging Govt to strengthen the Environment Bill, empower local authorities to tackle the Climate Emergency, and support the wellbeing of future generations. 🌱

    8 replies 12 retweets 69 likes
    Undo
  17. May 13

    I’m really pleased to be supporting . I want as many children as possible in Bath to take part and share your views on childhood today, and what children need now and in the future. Please go to to have your say.

    1 retweet 1 like
    Undo
  18. May 13

    Great news! From this Saturday onwards, Bath Farmers’ Market will be in the car parking area under cover at Green Park Station. Sainsbury’s has guaranteed this arrangement until the roof has been fixed when the market will resume in its usual space.

    5 replies 8 retweets 31 likes
    Undo
  19. May 12

    Pleased to see Affinity Water working to protect our precious chalk streams through campaign 💧 It's important we all play our part to preserve these unique rivers, home to a huge range of wildlife 🐟 Find out how you can help:

    5 likes
    Undo
  20. Retweeted
    May 12

    Yep - join the

    This Tweet is unavailable.
    2 replies 9 retweets 74 likes
    Undo
  21. Retweeted
    May 12

    Just few hours away from our Shinning Light Awards this evening. we have polished all the awards and now off to iron a shirt - Soooooooooo exciting.

    4 retweets 7 likes
    Undo

@Wera_Hobhouse hasn't Tweeted yet.

Loading seems to be taking a while.

Twitter may be over capacity or experiencing a momentary hiccup. Try again or visit Twitter Status for more information.

    You may also like

    ·