Harpenden is home to Rothamsted Research, but too much British brilliance never leaves the lab. I pressed the Minister on Lib Dem plans for a national spinout IP framework and to quintuple proof-of-concept funding, so discoveries scale here, not abroad.

Harpenden is home to Rothamsted Research, but too much British brilliance never leaves the lab. I pressed the Minister on Lib Dem plans for a national spinout IP framework and to quintuple proof-of-concept funding, so discoveries scale here, not abroad.

AI feels fast now. But as it stands, this is the slowest it will ever be. We can’t get the best of AI if we can’t protect people from the worst of it. Liberal Democrats are ready to make the UK a world leader in responsible, democratic AI.

Today I pressed the Prime Minister to back Liberal Democrat calls for an International AI Agency, modelled on the International Atomic Energy Agency and based here in the UK. The Government must act, starting with the AI Bill they promised over two years ago.

Worried about a partner's or family member’s past? Clare's Law gives you the right to ask police if a current or former partner has a history of violence or abuse. If you're worried, ask. It could help keep someone safe. herts.police.uk/rqo/request/…

I've never felt so unsafe with my family in this country. As a Liberal Democrat, I'm proud we are the last line of defence against a Reform government and the politics of fear. Ed led us to a historic win as Liberal Democrats, getting so many colleagues elected, and is fighting for this country's future. Alongside many colleagues, I'm focused on delivering for local people, shaping our nation's future for the better and standing as a united party to take on the Right. I refuse to let Trump's America become Farage's Britain.

Hertfordshire's councils have already spent around £1.5 million preparing to split into four new unitary authorities. Back in September, the Government hit pause. Our councillors and staff have worked incredibly hard on this, and residents still don't have clarity.

Back in April, diggers and bulldozers arrived on a field off Friendless Lane near Flamstead. Dacorum Council acted fast, but councils don't have enough power or resources. The Government need to give councils the power to tackle this sooner. #Flamsted #Chilterns #Dacorum

A few weeks ago, I spoke to @itvanglia about the start of Andy Burnham’s premiership and the need to put growth at the heart of the Government’s agenda. With fiscal headroom now under even greater pressure ahead of the Budget, that challenge is only becoming more urgent.

Helping young people onto the ladder is welcome, but a 2.5% deposit doesn't fix a housing market that's broken at the foundations. On @BBC3CR I made the case for building the genuinely affordable and social homes Harpenden & Berkhamsted needs. Listen 👇

How much longer are we going to bury our heads in the sand? Line after line is being crossed - we cannot afford to wait until it’s too late. Liberal Democrats are calling for for a global treaty to press pause on the development of super intelligent AI before it’s too late.y

And that’s a wrap on Lib Dem Autumn Conference 2026! So proud of all we announced and achieved. We’re stronger than ever… Bring on Spring Conference 2027!

BBC News - Lib Dem Daisy Cooper vows to end 'computer says no' economy to boost growth - BBC News bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqrk…

End of the first day at Lib Dem Conference!

It's Conference time!! #libdemconf