Swithin Long
@saint-swithin.bsky.social
Liberal Democrat Councillor on Torbay Council, and Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group. Caseworker for Steve Darling MP (Torbay). 🌈
Torquay making the headlines today but sadly not for the right reasons
i: Russian spies secretly entering UK on cargo ships #TomorrowsPapersToday
December 4, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Torquay making the headlines today but sadly not for the right reasons
Perhaps it’s time for the BNC to notice and give the @libdems.org.uk equal coverage
October 25, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Perhaps it’s time for the BNC to notice and give the @libdems.org.uk equal coverage
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The latest departure from Reform, Karen Knight, means Reform is no longer the largest party on Cornwall Council.
How many councillors has Reform UK lost since May?
A regularly updated list of all the local councillors that Reform UK has shed from the May local elections.
buff.ly
October 24, 2025 at 8:48 PM
The latest departure from Reform, Karen Knight, means Reform is no longer the largest party on Cornwall Council.
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October 17, 2025 at 8:48 PM
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🩺 Have your say on health services in Torbay!
I’m running an online Health Survey to hear directly from you about your experiences with local healthcare—what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to change.
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I’m running an online Health Survey to hear directly from you about your experiences with local healthcare—what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to change.
Share your views here: digitallibdems.typeform.com/to/RecQGoII
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October 5, 2025 at 5:10 PM
🩺 Have your say on health services in Torbay!
I’m running an online Health Survey to hear directly from you about your experiences with local healthcare—what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to change.
Share your views here: digitallibdems.typeform.com/to/RecQGoII
I’m running an online Health Survey to hear directly from you about your experiences with local healthcare—what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to change.
Share your views here: digitallibdems.typeform.com/to/RecQGoII
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BREAKING
Lib Dems 🔶 overtake Conservatives 🔷
Lib Dems only 1% behind Labour 🥀...
Lib Dems 🔶 overtake Conservatives 🔷
Lib Dems only 1% behind Labour 🥀...
September 25, 2025 at 5:15 PM
BREAKING
Lib Dems 🔶 overtake Conservatives 🔷
Lib Dems only 1% behind Labour 🥀...
Lib Dems 🔶 overtake Conservatives 🔷
Lib Dems only 1% behind Labour 🥀...
It would be nice if Nick Robinson on Radio 4’s Today program gave the same scrutiny to Nigel Farage as he’s given to Ed Davey of the @libdems.org.uk
September 22, 2025 at 7:27 AM
It would be nice if Nick Robinson on Radio 4’s Today program gave the same scrutiny to Nigel Farage as he’s given to Ed Davey of the @libdems.org.uk
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British media pumps out daily propaganda pieces for Farage, fails to offer *any scrutiny* and basically legitimises rampant racism, then puts on its ‘innocent face’ and clutches its pearls at the rise of the far right…
What a grim betrayal of our democracy.
www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/how...
What a grim betrayal of our democracy.
www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/how...
Reform, with 0.7% of all MPs, featured in 25% of BBC's recent 10pm news bulletins
Astonishingly, a party with 18 times as many MPs as Reform has received one-third less coverage on BBC News at 10.
www.thelondoneconomic.com
September 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
British media pumps out daily propaganda pieces for Farage, fails to offer *any scrutiny* and basically legitimises rampant racism, then puts on its ‘innocent face’ and clutches its pearls at the rise of the far right…
What a grim betrayal of our democracy.
www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/how...
What a grim betrayal of our democracy.
www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/how...
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Appalled by the violent scenes of police being attacked at the Tommy Robinson rally today. Those responsible should face the full force of the law.
These far right thugs do not speak for Britain.
These far right thugs do not speak for Britain.
September 13, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Appalled by the violent scenes of police being attacked at the Tommy Robinson rally today. Those responsible should face the full force of the law.
These far right thugs do not speak for Britain.
These far right thugs do not speak for Britain.
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The government must give the victims of this appalling scandal the compensation they deserve. It would be a milestone for carers across the country, and a victory for all those who have campaigned tirelessly for justice.
September 14, 2025 at 12:30 PM
The government must give the victims of this appalling scandal the compensation they deserve. It would be a milestone for carers across the country, and a victory for all those who have campaigned tirelessly for justice.
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My amazing guide dog Jennie is the Westminster Dog of the Year! I couldn't be more proud of her. She is so much more than a guide dog; she's a good friend and my constant companion! She deserves all the treats and cuddles in the world! Thank you to everyone that voted! 🐾🏆
September 11, 2025 at 12:05 PM
My amazing guide dog Jennie is the Westminster Dog of the Year! I couldn't be more proud of her. She is so much more than a guide dog; she's a good friend and my constant companion! She deserves all the treats and cuddles in the world! Thank you to everyone that voted! 🐾🏆
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@libdems.org.uk wade in on the demand for fair coverage. But it’s not just about the BBC! all our PSBs are overplatforming. We need fair coverage now. @greenparty.org.uk @snp.org @plaidcymru.bsky.social should also join campaign for fair coverage of all our parties. Our petition nearly 17k sigs
The BBC must balance their political news so it doesn’t boost Nigel Farage’s dangerous, divisive politics.
September 9, 2025 at 4:45 PM
@libdems.org.uk wade in on the demand for fair coverage. But it’s not just about the BBC! all our PSBs are overplatforming. We need fair coverage now. @greenparty.org.uk @snp.org @plaidcymru.bsky.social should also join campaign for fair coverage of all our parties. Our petition nearly 17k sigs
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This week Nigel Farage went to America to badmouth Britain, even comparing our country to North Korea.
He’d rather cosy up to his MAGA buddy mates than fix problems here at home.
He’d rather cosy up to his MAGA buddy mates than fix problems here at home.
September 7, 2025 at 1:30 PM
This week Nigel Farage went to America to badmouth Britain, even comparing our country to North Korea.
He’d rather cosy up to his MAGA buddy mates than fix problems here at home.
He’d rather cosy up to his MAGA buddy mates than fix problems here at home.
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A whole host of blatant puff pieces tonight on broadcast media for REFORM. Have we become a one party state? Keep signing the petition and passing it on, we need new rules to ensure plurality and fair coverage. 14k signatures are rising. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
September 5, 2025 at 9:59 PM
A whole host of blatant puff pieces tonight on broadcast media for REFORM. Have we become a one party state? Keep signing the petition and passing it on, we need new rules to ensure plurality and fair coverage. 14k signatures are rising. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
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“Farage claimed last year to have “bought a house” in his constituency but the property is actually owned in the name of his partner, meaning he legally avoided higher-rate stamp duty on the purchase of an additional home – given he already owns other properties”
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Nigel Farage uses private company to pay less tax on GB News earnings
Exclusive: Reform leader’s use of personal services firm is a practice criticised across the political spectrum
www.theguardian.com
September 5, 2025 at 6:33 AM
“Farage claimed last year to have “bought a house” in his constituency but the property is actually owned in the name of his partner, meaning he legally avoided higher-rate stamp duty on the purchase of an additional home – given he already owns other properties”
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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📣 Want to make a difference in Torbay? Join my constituency office in Torquay as a volunteer. Gain experience, support casework, and build skills. No political background needed—just a passion for helping others. Info here: www.w4mpjobs.org/JobDetails.a...
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August 24, 2025 at 10:15 AM
📣 Want to make a difference in Torbay? Join my constituency office in Torquay as a volunteer. Gain experience, support casework, and build skills. No political background needed—just a passion for helping others. Info here: www.w4mpjobs.org/JobDetails.a...
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"It’s almost as if parts of the media are afraid of their own shadow when it comes to Nigel Farage and his ilk."
@EdDavey.LibDems.org.uk
@EdDavey.LibDems.org.uk
August 16, 2025 at 8:01 AM
"It’s almost as if parts of the media are afraid of their own shadow when it comes to Nigel Farage and his ilk."
@EdDavey.LibDems.org.uk
@EdDavey.LibDems.org.uk
@stevedarlingmp.bsky.social and I visited Eaton’s Patisserie in the #Barton with #Watcombe Ward in #Torquay. A successful business but it was useful to learn some of the challenges that they are facing #boosttorbay #torbaybusiness #torbayhour
August 11, 2025 at 4:41 PM
@stevedarlingmp.bsky.social and I visited Eaton’s Patisserie in the #Barton with #Watcombe Ward in #Torquay. A successful business but it was useful to learn some of the challenges that they are facing #boosttorbay #torbaybusiness #torbayhour
Good to be at the Torbay Business Forum Business Breakfast- and to hear from Torquay United #boosttorbay #torbaybusiness #torbayhour
August 5, 2025 at 7:59 AM
Good to be at the Torbay Business Forum Business Breakfast- and to hear from Torquay United #boosttorbay #torbaybusiness #torbayhour
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Top private SEND providers are raking in millions while families fight to receive basic support.
We are demanding a profit cap to stop this exploitation and put funding back into the SEND system, where it belongs.
We are demanding a profit cap to stop this exploitation and put funding back into the SEND system, where it belongs.
August 1, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Top private SEND providers are raking in millions while families fight to receive basic support.
We are demanding a profit cap to stop this exploitation and put funding back into the SEND system, where it belongs.
We are demanding a profit cap to stop this exploitation and put funding back into the SEND system, where it belongs.
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Today Reform banned the pride flag, the NHS flag and the White Ribbon flag (end violence against women and girls) from being flown at county hall.
A needlessly sad day for Lancashire…but those of us who fight their toxic politics will never stop until they are out of power in our county.
A needlessly sad day for Lancashire…but those of us who fight their toxic politics will never stop until they are out of power in our county.
July 17, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Today Reform banned the pride flag, the NHS flag and the White Ribbon flag (end violence against women and girls) from being flown at county hall.
A needlessly sad day for Lancashire…but those of us who fight their toxic politics will never stop until they are out of power in our county.
A needlessly sad day for Lancashire…but those of us who fight their toxic politics will never stop until they are out of power in our county.
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🚪 Listening on the Doorsteps in Crown Hill Park
It was a pleasure to be out in Crown Hill Park, Torquay on Thursday evening alongside a dedicated team of volunteers. We had some really engaging conversations on the doorstep, and I’m grateful to residents who took the time to share their views.
It was a pleasure to be out in Crown Hill Park, Torquay on Thursday evening alongside a dedicated team of volunteers. We had some really engaging conversations on the doorstep, and I’m grateful to residents who took the time to share their views.
July 12, 2025 at 4:30 PM
🚪 Listening on the Doorsteps in Crown Hill Park
It was a pleasure to be out in Crown Hill Park, Torquay on Thursday evening alongside a dedicated team of volunteers. We had some really engaging conversations on the doorstep, and I’m grateful to residents who took the time to share their views.
It was a pleasure to be out in Crown Hill Park, Torquay on Thursday evening alongside a dedicated team of volunteers. We had some really engaging conversations on the doorstep, and I’m grateful to residents who took the time to share their views.
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The SEND system urgently needs fixing, but Ministers mustn't use that as an excuse to balance the books on the backs of disabled children.
The government cannot continue to ignore the voices of SEND children and their families.
We urgently need a new National Body for SEND.
The government cannot continue to ignore the voices of SEND children and their families.
We urgently need a new National Body for SEND.
July 7, 2025 at 4:07 PM
The SEND system urgently needs fixing, but Ministers mustn't use that as an excuse to balance the books on the backs of disabled children.
The government cannot continue to ignore the voices of SEND children and their families.
We urgently need a new National Body for SEND.
The government cannot continue to ignore the voices of SEND children and their families.
We urgently need a new National Body for SEND.
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Could it be you? New vacancy listed on Lib Dem website: Regional Development Officer (Devon & Cornwall)
Regional Development Officer (Devon & Cornwall)
To support local parties and their campaign teams and build capacity in local parties and campaigning.
buff.ly
July 4, 2025 at 7:48 AM
Could it be you? New vacancy listed on Lib Dem website: Regional Development Officer (Devon & Cornwall)
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🗳🗳🗳🗳Since the May local elections the Lib Dems have won as many local council by elections as Reform U.K., despite the MSM constantly platforming Reform U.K.
#LibDems
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🔶 LIB DEMS
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➡️ REFORM - 11
#LibDems
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🔶 LIB DEMS
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➡️ REFORM - 11
Aggregate Result of the 30 Council By-Elections Since the 2025 Local Elections:
RFM: 11 (+11)
LDM: 11 (+4)
LAB: 3 (-7)
GRN: 2 (+1)
IND: 2 (-1)
SNP: 1 (=)
LOC: 0 (-3)
CON: 0 (-5)
RFM: 11 (+11)
LDM: 11 (+4)
LAB: 3 (-7)
GRN: 2 (+1)
IND: 2 (-1)
SNP: 1 (=)
LOC: 0 (-3)
CON: 0 (-5)
June 20, 2025 at 8:51 PM
🗳🗳🗳🗳Since the May local elections the Lib Dems have won as many local council by elections as Reform U.K., despite the MSM constantly platforming Reform U.K.
#LibDems
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🔶 LIB DEMS
- 11
➡️ REFORM - 11
#LibDems
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🔶 LIB DEMS
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➡️ REFORM - 11