Adam Dance
@adamjamesdance.bsky.social
Liberal Democrat MP for Yeovil. 🔸
Passionate about creating opportunities for everyone and ensuring that no one feels left behind.
Promoted on behalf of A Dance, all at 5 Church Street, Yeovil BA20 1HB
Passionate about creating opportunities for everyone and ensuring that no one feels left behind.
Promoted on behalf of A Dance, all at 5 Church Street, Yeovil BA20 1HB
Reposted by Adam Dance
#Somerset MPs have united to demand more funding for rural areas in a bid to avoid #counciltax rising up to 11 per cent: www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/2576516... #LDReporter #Budget @sarahdykeld.bsky.social @adamjamesdance.bsky.social @rachelgilmourld.bsky.social @gideonamos.bsky.social
Somerset MPs urge government to prevent 11 per cent council tax rise
Somerset MPs have joined forces in a bid to prevent council tax bills from rising by up to 11 per cent when Somerset Council sets its annual budget
www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk
January 14, 2026 at 2:23 PM
#Somerset MPs have united to demand more funding for rural areas in a bid to avoid #counciltax rising up to 11 per cent: www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/2576516... #LDReporter #Budget @sarahdykeld.bsky.social @adamjamesdance.bsky.social @rachelgilmourld.bsky.social @gideonamos.bsky.social
The Govt has dropped plans for mandatory digital ID for workers after yet another U turn. This scheme was always doomed and would have wasted huge sums of taxpayers’ money. Ministers must now confirm that the funding will go to the NMH, NHS & frontline policing instead.
January 14, 2026 at 2:18 PM
The Govt has dropped plans for mandatory digital ID for workers after yet another U turn. This scheme was always doomed and would have wasted huge sums of taxpayers’ money. Ministers must now confirm that the funding will go to the NMH, NHS & frontline policing instead.
In Parliament today I raised the difficulty many people in Yeovil & our rural communities face accessing mental health support. I challenged the Health Sec on long waits & stretched services. Funding is welcome, but it must reach rural areas too.
January 13, 2026 at 5:12 PM
In Parliament today I raised the difficulty many people in Yeovil & our rural communities face accessing mental health support. I challenged the Health Sec on long waits & stretched services. Funding is welcome, but it must reach rural areas too.
Reposted by Adam Dance
#Yeovil MP @adamjamesdance.bsky.social has urged the government to award the new medium helicopter contract amid fears Leonardo could pull out of #Somerset: www.chardandilminsternews.co.uk/jobs/news/25... #LDReporter #MOD
Yeovil MP demands government action with 3,300 Leonardo jobs at risk
Yeovil MP Adam Dance has urged the government to award its new medium helicopter contract to ensure Leonardo does not pull out of Somerset
www.chardandilminsternews.co.uk
January 13, 2026 at 10:24 AM
#Yeovil MP @adamjamesdance.bsky.social has urged the government to award the new medium helicopter contract amid fears Leonardo could pull out of #Somerset: www.chardandilminsternews.co.uk/jobs/news/25... #LDReporter #MOD
Today I forced the Government to answer urgent questions in Parliament about delays to the New Medium Helicopter contract and the risk this poses to jobs at Leonardo in Yeovil.
January 12, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Today I forced the Government to answer urgent questions in Parliament about delays to the New Medium Helicopter contract and the risk this poses to jobs at Leonardo in Yeovil.
Delighted that @commonsspeaker.parliament.uk has granted me an Urgent Question in Parliament today on delays to the New Medium Helicopter contract and the risk this poses to jobs at Leonardo in Yeovil.
The Urgent Question is expected at around 3.30pm.
The Urgent Question is expected at around 3.30pm.
January 12, 2026 at 1:44 PM
Delighted that @commonsspeaker.parliament.uk has granted me an Urgent Question in Parliament today on delays to the New Medium Helicopter contract and the risk this poses to jobs at Leonardo in Yeovil.
The Urgent Question is expected at around 3.30pm.
The Urgent Question is expected at around 3.30pm.
In Westminster Hall last week I raised concerns about cuts to play therapy services in Yeovil. Therapeutic play helps children cope with treatment and reduces fear. Services are struggling and therapists going unpaid is not acceptable. We need sustainable, child centred funding.
January 12, 2026 at 11:41 AM
In Westminster Hall last week I raised concerns about cuts to play therapy services in Yeovil. Therapeutic play helps children cope with treatment and reduces fear. Services are struggling and therapists going unpaid is not acceptable. We need sustainable, child centred funding.
My Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill is published.
It's scheduled for 2nd Reading on 16 Jan, subject to sitting Fridays being confirmed. It has not passed yet.
The Bill is about giving teachers better tools & training to spot needs early, not diagnosis or labels.
It's scheduled for 2nd Reading on 16 Jan, subject to sitting Fridays being confirmed. It has not passed yet.
The Bill is about giving teachers better tools & training to spot needs early, not diagnosis or labels.
January 6, 2026 at 1:37 PM
My Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill is published.
It's scheduled for 2nd Reading on 16 Jan, subject to sitting Fridays being confirmed. It has not passed yet.
The Bill is about giving teachers better tools & training to spot needs early, not diagnosis or labels.
It's scheduled for 2nd Reading on 16 Jan, subject to sitting Fridays being confirmed. It has not passed yet.
The Bill is about giving teachers better tools & training to spot needs early, not diagnosis or labels.
This shows why it’s so important that our local maternity services reopen fully & safely this year. No family should be forced to give birth at home because hospital care isn’t available. I’ll keep working with the ICB & Trust to make sure this happens.
www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/01...
www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/01...
January 5, 2026 at 9:05 AM
This shows why it’s so important that our local maternity services reopen fully & safely this year. No family should be forced to give birth at home because hospital care isn’t available. I’ll keep working with the ICB & Trust to make sure this happens.
www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/01...
www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/01...
As we get ready to start 2026, I’ve shared a short reflection on a year of fighting for Yeovil & set out my priorities for the year ahead.
From protecting local NHS services to backing families, farmers & local jobs, I’ll keep being a strong local voice.
www.yeovil-libdems.org.uk/news/article...
From protecting local NHS services to backing families, farmers & local jobs, I’ll keep being a strong local voice.
www.yeovil-libdems.org.uk/news/article...
Adam Dance MP says 2025 was a year of fighting for Yeovil and sets out priorities for 2026
As the New Year begins, Adam Dance has reflected on a year of high-profile local campaigning, saying 2025 was about “standing up for local people when it mattered most”.
www.yeovil-libdems.org.uk
December 31, 2025 at 9:39 AM
As we get ready to start 2026, I’ve shared a short reflection on a year of fighting for Yeovil & set out my priorities for the year ahead.
From protecting local NHS services to backing families, farmers & local jobs, I’ll keep being a strong local voice.
www.yeovil-libdems.org.uk/news/article...
From protecting local NHS services to backing families, farmers & local jobs, I’ll keep being a strong local voice.
www.yeovil-libdems.org.uk/news/article...
Huge congratulations to Marlie Packer, awarded an OBE for services to Rugby Union Football.
Although she now lives in Surrey, Marlie was schooled in Yeovil. A brilliant achievement and an inspiration for young people and women in sport.
Although she now lives in Surrey, Marlie was schooled in Yeovil. A brilliant achievement and an inspiration for young people and women in sport.
December 30, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Huge congratulations to Marlie Packer, awarded an OBE for services to Rugby Union Football.
Although she now lives in Surrey, Marlie was schooled in Yeovil. A brilliant achievement and an inspiration for young people and women in sport.
Although she now lives in Surrey, Marlie was schooled in Yeovil. A brilliant achievement and an inspiration for young people and women in sport.
Congratulations to Margaret Maltby from Chard, awarded an MBE for her services to young people.
As County President of Girlguiding Somerset, her commitment to supporting and inspiring young people is truly outstanding.
As County President of Girlguiding Somerset, her commitment to supporting and inspiring young people is truly outstanding.
December 30, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Congratulations to Margaret Maltby from Chard, awarded an MBE for her services to young people.
As County President of Girlguiding Somerset, her commitment to supporting and inspiring young people is truly outstanding.
As County President of Girlguiding Somerset, her commitment to supporting and inspiring young people is truly outstanding.
Delighted to congratulate Ron Homer from Yeovil on receiving a New Year Honour for his services to blind and partially sighted people in Somerset.
A hugely well deserved recognition for his dedication and impact in our community.
A hugely well deserved recognition for his dedication and impact in our community.
December 30, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Delighted to congratulate Ron Homer from Yeovil on receiving a New Year Honour for his services to blind and partially sighted people in Somerset.
A hugely well deserved recognition for his dedication and impact in our community.
A hugely well deserved recognition for his dedication and impact in our community.
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Alaa Abd el Fattah's anti-Semitic social media posts have been condemned by #Yeovil MP @adamjamesdance.bsky.social - one of 107 MPs who signed an open letter in December 2024 demanding the dissident's release: www.chardandilminsternews.co.uk/news/2572725... #LDReporter #Somerset
Somerset MP condemns dissident Alaa Abd el Fattah for anti-Semitic posts
Yeovil MP Adam Dance was one of 107 MP who signed a letter in December 2024 calling for the release of imprisoned dissident Alaa Abd el Fattah
www.chardandilminsternews.co.uk
December 29, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Alaa Abd el Fattah's anti-Semitic social media posts have been condemned by #Yeovil MP @adamjamesdance.bsky.social - one of 107 MPs who signed an open letter in December 2024 demanding the dissident's release: www.chardandilminsternews.co.uk/news/2572725... #LDReporter #Somerset
It was great to bump into some of our hard working police officers while walking around town. Thank you for the work you do to keep our communities safe.
December 24, 2025 at 9:56 AM
It was great to bump into some of our hard working police officers while walking around town. Thank you for the work you do to keep our communities safe.
Good to meet the Ames forces and veterans group at Yeovil Rugby Club. A great mix of Navy, Army and RAF, and impressive to hear they have raised over £2,000 for local charities.
December 23, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Good to meet the Ames forces and veterans group at Yeovil Rugby Club. A great mix of Navy, Army and RAF, and impressive to hear they have raised over £2,000 for local charities.
Great to visit Nationwide in Yeovil with Cllr Karina Parsons and see the brilliant work the team does for our community. From Dementia UK Admiral Nurse clinics to digital skills sessions and local fundraising, it was impressive to hear about their commitment to supporting people on our high street.
December 23, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Great to visit Nationwide in Yeovil with Cllr Karina Parsons and see the brilliant work the team does for our community. From Dementia UK Admiral Nurse clinics to digital skills sessions and local fundraising, it was impressive to hear about their commitment to supporting people on our high street.
Over the Xmas period my office will be running with limited staff, but urgent emails will still be checked daily.
If you or someone you know needs support this Xmas, I’ve shared key contact details on my website:
If you or someone you know needs support this Xmas, I’ve shared key contact details on my website:
Christmas and New Year support information
I know that Christmas can be a difficult time for many people. If you need urgent help over the festive period, please use the information below.
www.yeovil-libdems.org.uk
December 22, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Over the Xmas period my office will be running with limited staff, but urgent emails will still be checked daily.
If you or someone you know needs support this Xmas, I’ve shared key contact details on my website:
If you or someone you know needs support this Xmas, I’ve shared key contact details on my website:
Good to visit Chard Delivery Office and see the hard work our posties do, especially at this busy time of year. A huge thank you to everyone making sure post and parcels are delivered on time.
December 22, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Good to visit Chard Delivery Office and see the hard work our posties do, especially at this busy time of year. A huge thank you to everyone making sure post and parcels are delivered on time.
@wessex-water.bsky.social is holding a drop in session in Crewkerne where residents can speak face to face about bills, supply or support. A Community Outreach Coordinator will be there to help.
📆 Wed 11 Feb, 10am–12pm
📌 Crewkerne Town Hall
📆 Wed 11 Feb, 10am–12pm
📌 Crewkerne Town Hall
December 22, 2025 at 12:01 PM
@wessex-water.bsky.social is holding a drop in session in Crewkerne where residents can speak face to face about bills, supply or support. A Community Outreach Coordinator will be there to help.
📆 Wed 11 Feb, 10am–12pm
📌 Crewkerne Town Hall
📆 Wed 11 Feb, 10am–12pm
📌 Crewkerne Town Hall
I was pleased to support Merriott Ladies Group, who organised a fundraising Christmas afternoon tea for 70 guests. They raised almost £1,000 to support research into Chiari Malformation through the Ann Conway Trust, and into Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis.
December 21, 2025 at 9:52 AM
I was pleased to support Merriott Ladies Group, who organised a fundraising Christmas afternoon tea for 70 guests. They raised almost £1,000 to support research into Chiari Malformation through the Ann Conway Trust, and into Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis.
Great to learn more about Sing2Breathe, a local charity using singing to support people with lung conditions like asthma and COPD. There’s now a group in Yeovil every Thursday, 2–3.15pm at Westlands. A brilliant example of community support improving health and wellbeing.
December 20, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Great to learn more about Sing2Breathe, a local charity using singing to support people with lung conditions like asthma and COPD. There’s now a group in Yeovil every Thursday, 2–3.15pm at Westlands. A brilliant example of community support improving health and wellbeing.
I was delighted to stumble across this old Yeovil ballot box while visiting Antiques Bazaar in Crewkerne. I could not resist buying it. A real piece of local history and a lovely reminder of Yeovil’s long democratic tradition, of which I am so proud to play a part in.
December 20, 2025 at 8:29 AM
I was delighted to stumble across this old Yeovil ballot box while visiting Antiques Bazaar in Crewkerne. I could not resist buying it. A real piece of local history and a lovely reminder of Yeovil’s long democratic tradition, of which I am so proud to play a part in.
I attended the Beauty & the Beast pantomime at Westland in Yeovil & it was a brilliant evening. A fantastic cast, lots of laughs & a great atmosphere for families. Well done to everyone involved for putting on such an enjoyable show & for bringing so much festive cheer to Yeovil.
December 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM
I attended the Beauty & the Beast pantomime at Westland in Yeovil & it was a brilliant evening. A fantastic cast, lots of laughs & a great atmosphere for families. Well done to everyone involved for putting on such an enjoyable show & for bringing so much festive cheer to Yeovil.
Valuable visit to SWEDA to learn about their vital work supporting people with eating disorders across Somerset. Demand is rising, yet eating disorders remain under recognised & under funded. Somerset is lucky to have a specialist charity. More info: swedauk.org
December 18, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Valuable visit to SWEDA to learn about their vital work supporting people with eating disorders across Somerset. Demand is rising, yet eating disorders remain under recognised & under funded. Somerset is lucky to have a specialist charity. More info: swedauk.org