Mike O'Carroll
@mikeoc.bsky.social
Liberal Democrat, spokeperson for Swansea West constituency. Chief Exec of Welsh Lib Dems. Former business owner, former army reservist, current PhD student. Promoted by Welsh Liberal Democrats, Ground Floor, Pascoe House, 54 Bute Street, Cardiff, CF10 5AF
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I had a day off work, so what did I do? I went out campaigning for my good friend @rodneyberman.bsky.social . We’re focusing on the challenges of NHS waiting lists today, and sharing the @libdems.org.uk plans to improve health and social care
November 24, 2025 at 6:55 PM
I had a day off work, so what did I do? I went out campaigning for my good friend @rodneyberman.bsky.social . We’re focusing on the challenges of NHS waiting lists today, and sharing the @libdems.org.uk plans to improve health and social care
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He was once in the Senedd, and we deserve better than a party formerly led by someone who sold out to Russia.
Everyday from now to May 7th I am going to work to Stop Reform in Swansea.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c8...
Everyday from now to May 7th I am going to work to Stop Reform in Swansea.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c8...
Ex-leader of Reform UK in Wales sentenced to 10-and-a-half years for taking pro-Russian bribes
The judge tells Nathan Gill his actions were a
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November 21, 2025 at 9:01 PM
He was once in the Senedd, and we deserve better than a party formerly led by someone who sold out to Russia.
Everyday from now to May 7th I am going to work to Stop Reform in Swansea.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c8...
Everyday from now to May 7th I am going to work to Stop Reform in Swansea.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c8...
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Nathan Gill; A traitor who was at the very top of Reform UK, aiding and abetting Russian adversaries, has been sentenced today.
Reform UK should be ashamed. Britain deserves better.
Reform UK should be ashamed. Britain deserves better.
November 21, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Nathan Gill; A traitor who was at the very top of Reform UK, aiding and abetting Russian adversaries, has been sentenced today.
Reform UK should be ashamed. Britain deserves better.
Reform UK should be ashamed. Britain deserves better.
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V good this. Would add: we also need to demolish more!
British cities are too flat — and it’s holding back housing supply.
Our new blog shows a big density gap with France and Japan, driven by missing mid-rise homes.
Read more 👉 buff.ly/mm3GBRX
Our new blog shows a big density gap with France and Japan, driven by missing mid-rise homes.
Read more 👉 buff.ly/mm3GBRX
November 20, 2025 at 12:26 PM
V good this. Would add: we also need to demolish more!
Wales have struggled lately but dug deep against Japan. Enjoyed the game in some great company.
November 15, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Wales have struggled lately but dug deep against Japan. Enjoyed the game in some great company.
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The first step towards saving our precious BBC: remove Robbie Gibb from the board | Ed Davey
The first step towards saving our precious BBC: remove Robbie Gibb from the board | Ed Davey
The BBC belongs to all of us, and it is under attack as never before. The government must defend it from its enemies, within and without, says Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey
www.theguardian.com
November 10, 2025 at 6:07 PM
The first step towards saving our precious BBC: remove Robbie Gibb from the board | Ed Davey
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We’re thrilled to welcome Cllr Tina Valcarcel to the Liberal Democrat group! 🧡
After nearly 20 years as a Labour councillor, Tina says Labour has moved away from her values — and she’s found her home with the Lib Dems.
Welcome, Tina! ✨
After nearly 20 years as a Labour councillor, Tina says Labour has moved away from her values — and she’s found her home with the Lib Dems.
Welcome, Tina! ✨
November 9, 2025 at 5:59 PM
We’re thrilled to welcome Cllr Tina Valcarcel to the Liberal Democrat group! 🧡
After nearly 20 years as a Labour councillor, Tina says Labour has moved away from her values — and she’s found her home with the Lib Dems.
Welcome, Tina! ✨
After nearly 20 years as a Labour councillor, Tina says Labour has moved away from her values — and she’s found her home with the Lib Dems.
Welcome, Tina! ✨
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Fab day out in Killay today with teams in Gower and Swansea West.
November 8, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Fab day out in Killay today with teams in Gower and Swansea West.
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Ed Davey on any given Thursday be like...
Congrats to D66 for a fantastic result!
Congrats to D66 for a fantastic result!
October 30, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Ed Davey on any given Thursday be like...
Congrats to D66 for a fantastic result!
Congrats to D66 for a fantastic result!
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In local elections up and down the country, the Liberal Democrats are winning week-in, week-out.
October 24, 2025 at 6:11 PM
In local elections up and down the country, the Liberal Democrats are winning week-in, week-out.
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October 17, 2025 at 8:48 PM
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We're only going to sort out social care in Wales by finding the money to pay for it. Until we do the NHS will continue to be dysfunctional.
#caerphillybyelection
#caerphillybyelection
October 16, 2025 at 6:56 PM
We're only going to sort out social care in Wales by finding the money to pay for it. Until we do the NHS will continue to be dysfunctional.
#caerphillybyelection
#caerphillybyelection
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Week-in, week-out, up and down the country, Liberal Democrats are winning in real elections.
We've gained seats from Reform UK, the Conservatives, Labour and the SNP. And we've won in Keir Starmer's and Mel Stride's backyards.
Liberal Democrats are the only party taking the fight to Reform UK.
We've gained seats from Reform UK, the Conservatives, Labour and the SNP. And we've won in Keir Starmer's and Mel Stride's backyards.
Liberal Democrats are the only party taking the fight to Reform UK.
October 12, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Week-in, week-out, up and down the country, Liberal Democrats are winning in real elections.
We've gained seats from Reform UK, the Conservatives, Labour and the SNP. And we've won in Keir Starmer's and Mel Stride's backyards.
Liberal Democrats are the only party taking the fight to Reform UK.
We've gained seats from Reform UK, the Conservatives, Labour and the SNP. And we've won in Keir Starmer's and Mel Stride's backyards.
Liberal Democrats are the only party taking the fight to Reform UK.
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Maybe the answer to political apathy, trust, and populism is for everyone to be a local councillor for a few weeks.
*gasp*
October 6, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Maybe the answer to political apathy, trust, and populism is for everyone to be a local councillor for a few weeks.
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Who’d have guessed? Nigel’s ‘honest, decent, honourable man’ has admitted taking Russian-linked bribes💰
October 1, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Who’d have guessed? Nigel’s ‘honest, decent, honourable man’ has admitted taking Russian-linked bribes💰
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Looking forwards to offering a positive vision for Clwyd and Wales in the coming months… www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/2550769...
Colwyn Bay town councillor will stand at 2026 Senedd elections
The Welsh Liberal Democrats’ David Wilkins will head the party’s list for the Clwyd constituency at the 2026 Senedd elections.
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October 1, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Looking forwards to offering a positive vision for Clwyd and Wales in the coming months… www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/2550769...
Digital IDs should carry the Welsh flag, says first minister
Eluned Morgan said she is
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September 29, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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Jane Dodds gives us the low-down on her Autumn Conference 2025 speech - hot off the stage in Bournemouth.
September 20, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Jane Dodds gives us the low-down on her Autumn Conference 2025 speech - hot off the stage in Bournemouth.
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A big Liberal Democrat welcome to Nuneaton and Bedworth Councillor Rob Roze who has joined the Liberal Democrats 🔶
Ex-Labour councillor becomes Nuneaton and Bedworth's first Lib Dem in years
He left the local party
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September 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM
A big Liberal Democrat welcome to Nuneaton and Bedworth Councillor Rob Roze who has joined the Liberal Democrats 🔶
Looks like the Lib Dems could overtake the Conservatives soon.
Welsh Westminster Voting Intention:
RFM: 29% (+5)
PLC: 23% (-1)
LAB: 18% (-2)
CON: 11% (-2)
LDM: 9% (=)
GRN: 7% (=)
Via @yougov.co.uk, 4-10 Sep.
Changes w/ 23-30 Apr.
RFM: 29% (+5)
PLC: 23% (-1)
LAB: 18% (-2)
CON: 11% (-2)
LDM: 9% (=)
GRN: 7% (=)
Via @yougov.co.uk, 4-10 Sep.
Changes w/ 23-30 Apr.
September 17, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Looks like the Lib Dems could overtake the Conservatives soon.
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Some Sunday reading on how to fight and beat Reform.
Fighting Reform UK in your area?
Glyn Preston tells us how Powys Lib Dems did exactly that...and won!
www.aldc.org/2025/08/lesson...
Glyn Preston tells us how Powys Lib Dems did exactly that...and won!
www.aldc.org/2025/08/lesson...
Lessons from fighting Reform UK in the Llanidloes by-election
Last month, the Powys Lib Dems successfully held onto Llanidloes ward in a by-election held after the retirement of Cllr Gareth Morgan. The result ended up being very tight; Reform UK were only 6 votes off taking the seat from…
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August 31, 2025 at 7:14 AM
Some Sunday reading on how to fight and beat Reform.
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We are the opposition party to Labour in #Swansea. Our teams across Swansea are ready to offer an alternative.
Get involved 👇👇👇
www.sglibdems.wales/volunteer
Get involved 👇👇👇
www.sglibdems.wales/volunteer
August 30, 2025 at 3:36 PM
We are the opposition party to Labour in #Swansea. Our teams across Swansea are ready to offer an alternative.
Get involved 👇👇👇
www.sglibdems.wales/volunteer
Get involved 👇👇👇
www.sglibdems.wales/volunteer
Welsh Lib Dems are already the main opposition to Labour in Cardiff and Swansea.
Lots of former Labour voters are fed up with pandering to the hard right and want to vote for a progressive party that is in touch with local communities. 🔶
Lots of former Labour voters are fed up with pandering to the hard right and want to vote for a progressive party that is in touch with local communities. 🔶
Lib Dems eye Labour-held cities as they target 'seats not votes'
Lib Dems eye Labour-held cities as they target 'seats not votes'
The party wants to focus more on the cost of living to appeal beyond the southern heartands - with Labour's misfortunes providing an opportunity in urban areas.
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August 30, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Welsh Lib Dems are already the main opposition to Labour in Cardiff and Swansea.
Lots of former Labour voters are fed up with pandering to the hard right and want to vote for a progressive party that is in touch with local communities. 🔶
Lots of former Labour voters are fed up with pandering to the hard right and want to vote for a progressive party that is in touch with local communities. 🔶