Steve Darling MP
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Member of Parliament for Torbay | Liberal Democrat | For casework and policy questions email: steve.darling.mp@parliament.uk
http://members.parliament.uk/member/5066
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Fighting for Torbay Hospital
As 2025 draws to a close, this special edition of my weekly newsletter – the final one of the year – gives us a chance to reflect on what has been an extraordinary twelve months for Torbay. It has...
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December 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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A special end-of-year edition of my weekly e-newsletter is on its way, looking back at the highlights of 2025.
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Steve Darling MP Newsletter - Torbay Liberal Democrats
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December 30, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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42.5% of car thefts in Devon & Cornwall went unsolved last year. I’m calling for a car theft crackdown with a specialist team to stop criminals getting away scot-free. Victims deserve justice.
December 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
42.5% of car thefts in Devon & Cornwall went unsolved last year. I’m calling for a car theft crackdown with a specialist team to stop criminals getting away scot-free. Victims deserve justice.
🚧 Wales & West are upgrading gas pipes in Brim Hill, Torquay from 5 Jan to end of March. Road closures: Steep Hill (5 Jan–23 Feb), Rock House Lane (2–23 Feb), Brim Hill (2 Feb–2 Apr). Businesses open. Allow extra travel time. #Torquay #Roadworks
December 29, 2025 at 12:15 PM
🚧 Wales & West are upgrading gas pipes in Brim Hill, Torquay from 5 Jan to end of March. Road closures: Steep Hill (5 Jan–23 Feb), Rock House Lane (2–23 Feb), Brim Hill (2 Feb–2 Apr). Businesses open. Allow extra travel time. #Torquay #Roadworks
Great to meet South Devon Police Commander Roy Linden recently. We discussed local concerns like the rise of E-scooters and the wider challenges facing policing as they rebuild after austerity cuts. Strong community links are vital, and I’ll keep sharing your views with the force.
December 21, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Great to meet South Devon Police Commander Roy Linden recently. We discussed local concerns like the rise of E-scooters and the wider challenges facing policing as they rebuild after austerity cuts. Strong community links are vital, and I’ll keep sharing your views with the force.
In Parliament I spoke on the Local Government Finance Settlement and congratulated Anna Coles and Torbay Adult Social Care on their ‘good’ CQC rating. I asked if the new funding strategy will protect areas like Torbay with older populations. #Torbay #SocialCare
December 21, 2025 at 1:01 PM
In Parliament I spoke on the Local Government Finance Settlement and congratulated Anna Coles and Torbay Adult Social Care on their ‘good’ CQC rating. I asked if the new funding strategy will protect areas like Torbay with older populations. #Torbay #SocialCare
Delighted to join the Orchard Saturday Club Christmas party at Mayfield School. Wonderful crafts, music and raffle! Proud to support this unique club supporting children with complex needs and giving carers vital respite. #Torbay #Community
December 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Delighted to join the Orchard Saturday Club Christmas party at Mayfield School. Wonderful crafts, music and raffle! Proud to support this unique club supporting children with complex needs and giving carers vital respite. #Torbay #Community
From my childhood home on Windsor Road, Torquay United’s ground was always part of the view – a reminder of how deeply the club is woven into our community.
Last week, I met Michael Westcott and Tim Herbert to discuss the challenges ahead and the exciting plans under the Bryn consortium.
Last week, I met Michael Westcott and Tim Herbert to discuss the challenges ahead and the exciting plans under the Bryn consortium.
December 20, 2025 at 5:01 PM
From my childhood home on Windsor Road, Torquay United’s ground was always part of the view – a reminder of how deeply the club is woven into our community.
Last week, I met Michael Westcott and Tim Herbert to discuss the challenges ahead and the exciting plans under the Bryn consortium.
Last week, I met Michael Westcott and Tim Herbert to discuss the challenges ahead and the exciting plans under the Bryn consortium.
🎄 Huge thanks to Brian and the amazing Royal Mail team in Paignton! They’re working flat out to keep Torbay connected this Christmas. Your dedication ensures cards and parcels reach loved ones. We appreciate all you do!
December 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
🎄 Huge thanks to Brian and the amazing Royal Mail team in Paignton! They’re working flat out to keep Torbay connected this Christmas. Your dedication ensures cards and parcels reach loved ones. We appreciate all you do!
NHS dentistry is in crisis. Torbay and Devon are now dental deserts, and I hear daily from residents who cannot access urgent care. The Government’s tweaks with no new funding will not fix this. We need bold action to guarantee emergency NHS dental treatment for all. #Torbay #NHS
December 20, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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December 19, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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🎄 Visit Dee’s Delightful Deals in Torquay (Union Square Market)!
🎅 Santa’s Grotto from today until Christmas Eve – £3 for a big present, supporting Torbay Bikers for Kids.
🎟 Charity raffle Tuesday!
Plus, lovely pre-loved baby & kids’ clothes.
🎅 Santa’s Grotto from today until Christmas Eve – £3 for a big present, supporting Torbay Bikers for Kids.
🎟 Charity raffle Tuesday!
Plus, lovely pre-loved baby & kids’ clothes.
December 19, 2025 at 9:15 AM
🎄 Visit Dee’s Delightful Deals in Torquay (Union Square Market)!
🎅 Santa’s Grotto from today until Christmas Eve – £3 for a big present, supporting Torbay Bikers for Kids.
🎟 Charity raffle Tuesday!
Plus, lovely pre-loved baby & kids’ clothes.
🎅 Santa’s Grotto from today until Christmas Eve – £3 for a big present, supporting Torbay Bikers for Kids.
🎟 Charity raffle Tuesday!
Plus, lovely pre-loved baby & kids’ clothes.
Torbay’s award-winning integrated care model just earned a ‘good’ rating. Ending the Section 75 partnership would be a grave mistake. Full public consultation is essential before dismantling this nationally recognised best practice.
December 18, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Torbay’s award-winning integrated care model just earned a ‘good’ rating. Ending the Section 75 partnership would be a grave mistake. Full public consultation is essential before dismantling this nationally recognised best practice.
We’ve written to the Secretary of State calling for urgent action on business rates. Torbay’s small businesses face huge hikes. The government must honour its pledge to cut rates and consider a VAT cut for hospitality. #SupportSmallBusiness #Torbay
December 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
We’ve written to the Secretary of State calling for urgent action on business rates. Torbay’s small businesses face huge hikes. The government must honour its pledge to cut rates and consider a VAT cut for hospitality. #SupportSmallBusiness #Torbay
Torbay Lib Dem councillors have secured a review of memorial bench charges after families faced bills of up to £12,000. We believe benches should be about remembrance, not revenue, and will keep pushing for a fair and compassionate policy. #Torbay #FairPrices
December 18, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Torbay Lib Dem councillors have secured a review of memorial bench charges after families faced bills of up to £12,000. We believe benches should be about remembrance, not revenue, and will keep pushing for a fair and compassionate policy. #Torbay #FairPrices
Pleased to have attended Campaign for National Parks’ Parliamentary reception yesterday, celebrating young National Park champions and the New Perspectives project. I also signed the youth governance declaration to support a more inclusive future for our National Parks.
December 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Pleased to have attended Campaign for National Parks’ Parliamentary reception yesterday, celebrating young National Park champions and the New Perspectives project. I also signed the youth governance declaration to support a more inclusive future for our National Parks.
Pleased to have attended UNISON’s Police Staff Parliamentary Event yesterday, highlighting the vital but often overlooked work of police staff. We continue to call for the removal of officer number targets so forces can recruit the right mix to keep communities safe.
December 17, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Pleased to have attended UNISON’s Police Staff Parliamentary Event yesterday, highlighting the vital but often overlooked work of police staff. We continue to call for the removal of officer number targets so forces can recruit the right mix to keep communities safe.
With 85% of our meat coming from industrial farming, the report The Animals Farmed highlighted why clear and honest labelling matters. People deserve informed choices about what they buy. Great to meet actress Diane Morgan too, who was delighted to meet Jennie.
December 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM
With 85% of our meat coming from industrial farming, the report The Animals Farmed highlighted why clear and honest labelling matters. People deserve informed choices about what they buy. Great to meet actress Diane Morgan too, who was delighted to meet Jennie.
Yesterday I sponsored the Industry Vision Group reception in Parliament, celebrating their new report on best practice in Devon that is transforming eye care pathways and improving outcomes for patients. Great to join Grahame and Tessa from Devon in Sight.
December 16, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Yesterday I sponsored the Industry Vision Group reception in Parliament, celebrating their new report on best practice in Devon that is transforming eye care pathways and improving outcomes for patients. Great to join Grahame and Tessa from Devon in Sight.
I know winter can feel especially lonely for some in Torbay. If you or someone you know is struggling, there is support available to help you feel more connected and supported.
Check out Age UK's free guide on getting help here: bit.ly/3KkCJsO
You’re not alone – help is just a click away.
Check out Age UK's free guide on getting help here: bit.ly/3KkCJsO
You’re not alone – help is just a click away.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:30 AM
I know winter can feel especially lonely for some in Torbay. If you or someone you know is struggling, there is support available to help you feel more connected and supported.
Check out Age UK's free guide on getting help here: bit.ly/3KkCJsO
You’re not alone – help is just a click away.
Check out Age UK's free guide on getting help here: bit.ly/3KkCJsO
You’re not alone – help is just a click away.
A quick round up of some of the things I was working on last week 👇
December 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM
A quick round up of some of the things I was working on last week 👇
Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust is now entering formal liquidation. The council will take back sites like Occombe Farm, Berry Head and Cockington Park. We need open consultation, clear communication and a firm commitment to protect access, nature and heritage. No closed-door decisions.
December 15, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust is now entering formal liquidation. The council will take back sites like Occombe Farm, Berry Head and Cockington Park. We need open consultation, clear communication and a firm commitment to protect access, nature and heritage. No closed-door decisions.
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Budget Response in Parliament
As we enter the final month of 2025, the pace has not slowed and it remains as busy as ever. This week I have been holding the government to account in Westminster while continuing to champion our community...
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December 15, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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Flu admissions are surging, putting Torbay’s A&E under huge strain. I am calling for vaccines in pubs, churches, supermarkets and roaming jab vans to get more jabs in arms, protect vulnerable residents and prevent our NHS from reaching breaking point this winter.
December 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Flu admissions are surging, putting Torbay’s A&E under huge strain. I am calling for vaccines in pubs, churches, supermarkets and roaming jab vans to get more jabs in arms, protect vulnerable residents and prevent our NHS from reaching breaking point this winter.