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Bath MP urges government to review assisted dying laws across UK, following Parliamentary inquiry

29 February 2024

Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath and Shadow Leader of the House, called on the government to take a “fresh look” at the assisted dying debate, following a Parliamentary inquiry that signalled the potential for new assisted dying laws.

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Bath MP urges government to incentivise solar power

29 February 2024

Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath and spokesperson for Energy Security and Net Zero, called on the government to provide incentives for energy providers to develop solar power in the UK.

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MP expresses concern about future of British racing, praising Bath Racecourse in House of Commons

28 February 2024

Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath, praised the Bath Racecourse for playing an integral role in the city, amid discussions on changes to gambling regulations.

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Bath MP calls for government to “follow in Bath’s impressive footsteps” and facilitate greater inclusion of girls in grassroots sports

26 February 2024

Wera Hobhouse, MP for Bath, grilled the Secretary for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Lucy Frazer, on the government’s plans to improve inclusivity within grassroots sports programmes.

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Bath MP Encourages Political Participation From Young People in Radio Bath Interview

26 February 2024

On 23rd February Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath, visited Radio Bath for an interview on their program, POV.

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MP backs flexible licences for Bath pubs

26 February 2024

Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath, backed local pubs in Parliament this week by supporting extending licensing hours so that pubs can open their doors for national events at short notice.

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Wera Hobhouse MP praises “invaluable” work of Bath Inter Faith Network amid “divisive” government funding withdrawal

26 February 2024

Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath, raised concerns with the government’s sudden decision to withdraw funding for the Inter Faith Network (IFN) amid heightened community tensions.

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Bath MP calls for greater safety measures in heritage buildings

26 February 2024

Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath, called for greater safety measures for heritage buildings during her Business Question on Thursday 22nd February, following structural concerns over Houses of Parliament.

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Bath MP: "Allowing new oil and gas licences is one of the worst proposals I have ever seen"

23 February 2024

Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath and Spokesperson for Energy and Climate Change, slammed the government during the remaining stages of the Offshore Petroleum Licensing Bill on Tuesday 20th February.

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Bath MP Applauds Zenith Youth Theatre Company’s Spectacular Production

22 February 2024

On 15th February Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath, attended the Zenith Youth Theatre Company’s production of Barnum.

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