Calum Miller
@calummillerld.bsky.social
MP for Bicester and Woodstock. Liberal Democrat spokesperson for Foreign Affairs.
Promoted by North Oxfordshire Lib Dems, 5C Grange Court, OX14 3NB
Promoted by North Oxfordshire Lib Dems, 5C Grange Court, OX14 3NB
Today I was honoured to take part in Woodstock’s Remembrance Day ceremony.
In solidarity with today’s service personnel, people came together in villages and towns across Bicester and Woodstock to pay respect to those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. We will remember them.
In solidarity with today’s service personnel, people came together in villages and towns across Bicester and Woodstock to pay respect to those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. We will remember them.
November 9, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Today I was honoured to take part in Woodstock’s Remembrance Day ceremony.
In solidarity with today’s service personnel, people came together in villages and towns across Bicester and Woodstock to pay respect to those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. We will remember them.
In solidarity with today’s service personnel, people came together in villages and towns across Bicester and Woodstock to pay respect to those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. We will remember them.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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Pleased to successfully vote against Nigel Farage’s Bill to pull Britain out of the European Convention on Human Rights.
The ECHR reflects British values of fairness and decency - not something to be discarded for political headlines.
The ECHR reflects British values of fairness and decency - not something to be discarded for political headlines.
Liberal Democrat MPs just defeated Nigel Farage’s Bill in Parliament to tear up people’s rights and withdraw from the ECHR.
Farage wants to do away with the Britain Churchill built and turn it into Trump's America. We won't let him.
Farage wants to do away with the Britain Churchill built and turn it into Trump's America. We won't let him.
October 29, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Pleased to successfully vote against Nigel Farage’s Bill to pull Britain out of the European Convention on Human Rights.
The ECHR reflects British values of fairness and decency - not something to be discarded for political headlines.
The ECHR reflects British values of fairness and decency - not something to be discarded for political headlines.
In the midst of devastation and death, communities cling to the ceasefire.
This is a time for cool heads and strong words. UK Ministers must exert all influence possible on the US to restrain Netanyahu and uphold a process that, while imperfect, is a start to peace.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c8...
This is a time for cool heads and strong words. UK Ministers must exert all influence possible on the US to restrain Netanyahu and uphold a process that, while imperfect, is a start to peace.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c8...
Israel launches strikes on Gaza, reports say, after Netanyahu orders 'powerful' attacks - live updates
Israel and Hamas accuse each other of violating the ceasefire, with Israel's defence minister alleging Hamas attacked IDF soldiers in Gaza.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 28, 2025 at 8:51 PM
In the midst of devastation and death, communities cling to the ceasefire.
This is a time for cool heads and strong words. UK Ministers must exert all influence possible on the US to restrain Netanyahu and uphold a process that, while imperfect, is a start to peace.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c8...
This is a time for cool heads and strong words. UK Ministers must exert all influence possible on the US to restrain Netanyahu and uphold a process that, while imperfect, is a start to peace.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c8...
Labour seems to be working hand in glove with Oxford City Council to force a “Greater Oxford” on residents.
People want one fair, county-wide unitary, not to be swallowed by the city.
Local government reform should be with communities, not done to them.
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People want one fair, county-wide unitary, not to be swallowed by the city.
Local government reform should be with communities, not done to them.
www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/...
City boundaries to be expanded in crackdown on nimby councils
Surrey at forefront of biggest overhaul in local government for half a century to reform services and hit planning, housing and transport targets
www.thetimes.com
October 28, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Labour seems to be working hand in glove with Oxford City Council to force a “Greater Oxford” on residents.
People want one fair, county-wide unitary, not to be swallowed by the city.
Local government reform should be with communities, not done to them.
www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/...
People want one fair, county-wide unitary, not to be swallowed by the city.
Local government reform should be with communities, not done to them.
www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/...
We are a diverse nation. People of different colours and backgrounds are proud to be British and contribute hugely to our communities. This casual racism from Reform UK discriminates and drives division. As liberals, we will stand up to it.
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Reform UK MP says seeing adverts 'full of Black people' drives her 'mad'
Sarah Pochin was responding to a question about whether her party will do anything about the 'representation of demographics in TV adverts', and claimed white people were 'demonised'
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October 26, 2025 at 12:47 PM
We are a diverse nation. People of different colours and backgrounds are proud to be British and contribute hugely to our communities. This casual racism from Reform UK discriminates and drives division. As liberals, we will stand up to it.
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The way the Conservatives implemented Brexit has done great damage to our economy - costing manufacturers and farmers dearly in red tape and lost exports while denying a whole generation of young Brits the chance to work, study and live in the EU.
15 months in, Labour need to step up and fix this.
15 months in, Labour need to step up and fix this.
The Tories can shout at me all they like, but the truth is their Brexit deal it is hurting our country and Labour won’t do anything about it.
Today I urged the Prime Minister to actually fix it.
Today I urged the Prime Minister to actually fix it.
October 22, 2025 at 2:11 PM
The way the Conservatives implemented Brexit has done great damage to our economy - costing manufacturers and farmers dearly in red tape and lost exports while denying a whole generation of young Brits the chance to work, study and live in the EU.
15 months in, Labour need to step up and fix this.
15 months in, Labour need to step up and fix this.
Victims of domestic abuse deserve real protection, not promises.
The Government must ensure it properly funds probation services and electronic tagging to keep survivors safe after perpetrators are released.
The Government must ensure it properly funds probation services and electronic tagging to keep survivors safe after perpetrators are released.
October 22, 2025 at 7:25 AM
Victims of domestic abuse deserve real protection, not promises.
The Government must ensure it properly funds probation services and electronic tagging to keep survivors safe after perpetrators are released.
The Government must ensure it properly funds probation services and electronic tagging to keep survivors safe after perpetrators are released.
The best thing about my job is meeting more people from across our area. This Saturday I will be at Kidlington Library 11.30-13.00.
This is a drop-in, so there is no need to book, just come along to say hello or if there's something you'd like my help with my team and I will do our best.
This is a drop-in, so there is no need to book, just come along to say hello or if there's something you'd like my help with my team and I will do our best.
October 21, 2025 at 9:59 AM
The best thing about my job is meeting more people from across our area. This Saturday I will be at Kidlington Library 11.30-13.00.
This is a drop-in, so there is no need to book, just come along to say hello or if there's something you'd like my help with my team and I will do our best.
This is a drop-in, so there is no need to book, just come along to say hello or if there's something you'd like my help with my team and I will do our best.
Shubh Diwali! 🪔
Wishing Hindus, Sikhs and Jains in Bicester and Woodstock, and around the world the happiest of celebrations today, filled with hope for a bright future.
Wishing Hindus, Sikhs and Jains in Bicester and Woodstock, and around the world the happiest of celebrations today, filled with hope for a bright future.
October 20, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Shubh Diwali! 🪔
Wishing Hindus, Sikhs and Jains in Bicester and Woodstock, and around the world the happiest of celebrations today, filled with hope for a bright future.
Wishing Hindus, Sikhs and Jains in Bicester and Woodstock, and around the world the happiest of celebrations today, filled with hope for a bright future.
We cannot allow Gaza's fragile ceasefire to falter. All sides must fulfil their obligations. The Hamas terrorists must immediately retrieve and release all hostage bodies. The Israeli Government must allow the immediate and unimpeded flow of long-overdue aid into Gaza.
October 15, 2025 at 9:10 AM
We cannot allow Gaza's fragile ceasefire to falter. All sides must fulfil their obligations. The Hamas terrorists must immediately retrieve and release all hostage bodies. The Israeli Government must allow the immediate and unimpeded flow of long-overdue aid into Gaza.
It’s good to see the PM finally listening to Liberal Democrat calls to seize the billions in frozen Russian assets tied up here in the UK to help arm Ukraine.
This must now happen rapidly. With our European allies we must use these assets to strengthen Ukraine’s hand and ramp up pressure on Putin.
This must now happen rapidly. With our European allies we must use these assets to strengthen Ukraine’s hand and ramp up pressure on Putin.
Joint E3 leaders statement: 10 October 2025
The leaders of France, Germany and the United Kingdom spoke today following the significant developments in the Middle East.
www.gov.uk
October 10, 2025 at 5:31 PM
It’s good to see the PM finally listening to Liberal Democrat calls to seize the billions in frozen Russian assets tied up here in the UK to help arm Ukraine.
This must now happen rapidly. With our European allies we must use these assets to strengthen Ukraine’s hand and ramp up pressure on Putin.
This must now happen rapidly. With our European allies we must use these assets to strengthen Ukraine’s hand and ramp up pressure on Putin.
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Women’s rights are under attack worldwide, from authoritarian regimes, online misogyny, and cuts to aid.
@CalumMillerLD.bsky.social explains the Lib Dem plan to tackle this violence and empower women globally.
@CalumMillerLD.bsky.social explains the Lib Dem plan to tackle this violence and empower women globally.
October 9, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Women’s rights are under attack worldwide, from authoritarian regimes, online misogyny, and cuts to aid.
@CalumMillerLD.bsky.social explains the Lib Dem plan to tackle this violence and empower women globally.
@CalumMillerLD.bsky.social explains the Lib Dem plan to tackle this violence and empower women globally.
Reposted by Calum Miller
Three big Lib Dem wins in this week's by-elections.
Last night in Mel Stride's Devon constituency, Liberal Democrats GAINED a seat from the Conservatives - the Conservatives dropped to just 10% of the vote.
And two great wins by our teams in Bath and Hampshire.
Last night in Mel Stride's Devon constituency, Liberal Democrats GAINED a seat from the Conservatives - the Conservatives dropped to just 10% of the vote.
And two great wins by our teams in Bath and Hampshire.
October 10, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Three big Lib Dem wins in this week's by-elections.
Last night in Mel Stride's Devon constituency, Liberal Democrats GAINED a seat from the Conservatives - the Conservatives dropped to just 10% of the vote.
And two great wins by our teams in Bath and Hampshire.
Last night in Mel Stride's Devon constituency, Liberal Democrats GAINED a seat from the Conservatives - the Conservatives dropped to just 10% of the vote.
And two great wins by our teams in Bath and Hampshire.
We welcome the prospect of a ceasefire. The people of Gaza and the hostages and their families have suffered far too much already.
The UK must now redouble efforts to ensure Gaza is flooded with aid and that pressure is maintained for a just peace based on the conditions for a two-state solution.
The UK must now redouble efforts to ensure Gaza is flooded with aid and that pressure is maintained for a just peace based on the conditions for a two-state solution.
October 9, 2025 at 7:25 AM
We welcome the prospect of a ceasefire. The people of Gaza and the hostages and their families have suffered far too much already.
The UK must now redouble efforts to ensure Gaza is flooded with aid and that pressure is maintained for a just peace based on the conditions for a two-state solution.
The UK must now redouble efforts to ensure Gaza is flooded with aid and that pressure is maintained for a just peace based on the conditions for a two-state solution.
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News of a ceasefire deal in Gaza brings real hope.
The UK and our allies must do all we can to get the hostages home, get aid in to starving people, and finally end this horrific violence.
This must be the first step towards a two-state solution and a lasting peace.
The UK and our allies must do all we can to get the hostages home, get aid in to starving people, and finally end this horrific violence.
This must be the first step towards a two-state solution and a lasting peace.
October 9, 2025 at 7:23 AM
News of a ceasefire deal in Gaza brings real hope.
The UK and our allies must do all we can to get the hostages home, get aid in to starving people, and finally end this horrific violence.
This must be the first step towards a two-state solution and a lasting peace.
The UK and our allies must do all we can to get the hostages home, get aid in to starving people, and finally end this horrific violence.
This must be the first step towards a two-state solution and a lasting peace.
Today, I am remembering 7 October 2023 and thinking of all those whose lives have been changed forever by the events of that day. Today, more than ever, I am praying for a ceasefire, for the return of the hostages and for aid to flood into Gaza. 1/3
October 7, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Today, I am remembering 7 October 2023 and thinking of all those whose lives have been changed forever by the events of that day. Today, more than ever, I am praying for a ceasefire, for the return of the hostages and for aid to flood into Gaza. 1/3
Appalled by this attack on a place of worship. Members of the Muslim community must be free to worship and live without the fear of Islamophobic violence and intimidation. I stand shoulder to shoulder in solidarity with British Muslims and against this hate. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Peacehaven: Police release photos of mosque arson suspects
The images are of two people in balaclavas seen outside the mosque before the large blaze spread.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 5, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Appalled by this attack on a place of worship. Members of the Muslim community must be free to worship and live without the fear of Islamophobic violence and intimidation. I stand shoulder to shoulder in solidarity with British Muslims and against this hate. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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People spreading antisemitic hate and inciting violence against Jews are getting away with it.
We fear the government’s approach will do nothing to tackle that while undermining the fundamental right to peaceful protest.
We fear the government’s approach will do nothing to tackle that while undermining the fundamental right to peaceful protest.
October 5, 2025 at 12:29 PM
People spreading antisemitic hate and inciting violence against Jews are getting away with it.
We fear the government’s approach will do nothing to tackle that while undermining the fundamental right to peaceful protest.
We fear the government’s approach will do nothing to tackle that while undermining the fundamental right to peaceful protest.
This attack on this holy day is horrific. I stand shoulder to shoulder with the British Jewish community, and condemn all acts of anti-semitism. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families.
Horrified and appalled by the attack outside Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.
My thoughts are with the victims, our brave emergency services and the entire Jewish community.
My thoughts are with the victims, our brave emergency services and the entire Jewish community.
October 2, 2025 at 11:57 AM
This attack on this holy day is horrific. I stand shoulder to shoulder with the British Jewish community, and condemn all acts of anti-semitism. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families.
Important that we seize this moment to press for peace. The Trump Plan is neither perfect nor comprehensive but it has broad support and is the best chance in a long time for a ceasefire in Gaza. UK should use all its influence to get Hamas to sign up.
I've written to Keir Starmer, urging him to apply more pressure on Hamas to get them to agree to a ceasefire.
With the renewed hope of this latest peace proposal, we cannot allow Hamas to block the peace, dignity and security which both Israelis and Palestinians deserve.
With the renewed hope of this latest peace proposal, we cannot allow Hamas to block the peace, dignity and security which both Israelis and Palestinians deserve.
October 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Important that we seize this moment to press for peace. The Trump Plan is neither perfect nor comprehensive but it has broad support and is the best chance in a long time for a ceasefire in Gaza. UK should use all its influence to get Hamas to sign up.
The Government’s plan to build a new town at Heyford airfield raises many questions for local residents. I’ve written to Steve Reed to ask him to meet with me to discuss them.
![Dear Steve
I read with interest the announcement you made to Labour conference on new towns. In particular, I noted that you have accepted the recommendation of the New Towns taskforce that the Heyford airfield should be a potential site, among the twelve. This site straddles my Bicester and Woodstock constituency and the Banbury constituency of Sean Woodcock (to whom I am copying this letter).
This is a very significant proposal for all the areas listed as potential new towns so I am disappointed that it was not made to Parliament so that the MPs representing those areas could ask questions of you about it. I hope you will provide that opportunity soon after we return to Parliament after the conference recess.
Residents in the current Heyford Park development – as well as those from the surrounding villages – have raised a series of questions with me about the prospective plan. Not knowing that you would make this announcement, I met with local councillors and parish council representatives from 10 local parishes on Wednesday 24 September. They also had a number of questions.
How will you ensure that social and physical infrastructure is funded and delivered first, before the new homes are occupied [recommendations 7, 10]?
How will you take account of cumulative effect from developments in a given area, especially if these are outside the local plan (either speculative development or nationally significant projects)?
Will you accept the recommendation of the taskforce that new town developments should count towards an areas housing targets and be included as part of their estimated Five Year Housing Land Supply [recommendation 13]?
How will the role of local communities in decision making be protected and enhanced?
What expectations do you have for how local communities and their representatives will be included in the development of proposals [recommendation 13]?](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:ngp2jhy5csweep6mcalvwo2s/bafkreibxxeftgses557tcqlpcuvi72utp5gqk7bs36ki3euklddol7vdve@jpeg)
![How will you secure accountability for delivery of community assets, and deliver the recommendation of the taskforce for long-term stewardship of these [recommendation 12]?
Please may I request a meeting with you and your officials to understand better how local communities – and the MPs who represent them – will be consulted and involved as the New Towns Unit takes forward its work?
I hope we might also share some useful insights. In our area, we have some experience of the challenges of delivering rapid housing growth – including close to Heyford at the North West Bicester site. I have previously discussed this with other ministerial colleagues from DESNZ, DfT, MHCLG, and Treasury. This is a salutary tale of the need to join up transport, energy, housing and environmental/ water - and it accords with paragraph 119 of the report:
“Stakeholders consistently highlighted the challenges of navigating fragmented national decision-making, encompassing not just housing but also transport, utilities, health, and education infrastructure, leading to delays and uncertainty that undermine local planning and deter private investment.”
Many of my constituents understand and support the need for more affordable and social housing. All of them would like to see an improvement in local infrastructure to support existing communities. There are constructive conversations to be had about how this programme could proceed. However, I want to make sure that we take advantage of local knowledge and that we respect the views of local communities who will be affected by this very significant project.
I therefore look forward to a chance to meet with you soon to discuss how you envisage developing the ambitious proposal for Heyford airfield.
Yours sincerely,
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September 30, 2025 at 5:21 PM
The Government’s plan to build a new town at Heyford airfield raises many questions for local residents. I’ve written to Steve Reed to ask him to meet with me to discuss them.
The people of Gaza have suffered so much. We welcome any progress towards delivering a ceasefire, access to aid and medical supplies and the immediate and unconditional release of the hostages still held in brutal captivity by Hamas. 1/2
www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Donald Trump's 20-point Gaza peace plan in full
European and Middle Eastern leaders have welcomed a new US peace plan for Gaza, as President Donald Trump warned Hamas to accept it.
www.bbc.com
September 30, 2025 at 2:49 PM
The people of Gaza have suffered so much. We welcome any progress towards delivering a ceasefire, access to aid and medical supplies and the immediate and unconditional release of the hostages still held in brutal captivity by Hamas. 1/2
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
My next drop-in event is in Woodstock at the Oxfordshire Museum next Tuesday, from 3.15-4.15pm.
Looking forward to chatting to more residents then!
Looking forward to chatting to more residents then!
September 30, 2025 at 2:11 PM
My next drop-in event is in Woodstock at the Oxfordshire Museum next Tuesday, from 3.15-4.15pm.
Looking forward to chatting to more residents then!
Looking forward to chatting to more residents then!
The Government says it wants to build a new town at Heyford airfield. Councillors and I met local parish councils this week to discuss what this could mean given other major proposals: Puy du Fou, the Ardley rail interchange and new warehouses at Baynard’s Green. 1/4
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Building of three new towns will start before election, Labour pledges
The housing secretary is expected to announce the plans on the first day of Labour's party conference.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 28, 2025 at 1:24 PM
The Government says it wants to build a new town at Heyford airfield. Councillors and I met local parish councils this week to discuss what this could mean given other major proposals: Puy du Fou, the Ardley rail interchange and new warehouses at Baynard’s Green. 1/4
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...