This morning, I had the pleasure of visiting the amazing team at the Midhurst MacMillan Specialist Palliative Care Service - Midhurst Palliative Care in Easebourne, right opposite Riverbank Medical Centre.

✅ August District and County Councillor Surgery Complete. ☺️ Another busy surgery today, with residents coming to see us about a wide range of issues and enquiries. Thank you to everyone who came along and shared their thoughts. 🔶 @chichesterlibdems.bsky.social working hard for residents.

Last night, Chichester’s Lib Dem Council delivered the Local Plan ✅ I backed it, not just for what it delivers, but to support colleagues who got it over the line in 2 years after 9 years of delay. That’s the Lib Dem difference. 🔶 #LocalPlan #LibDems #ChichesterDistric @dominicmerritt.bsky.social

Yesterday evening, I joined my council colleagues to debate and vote on the Chichester Local Plan. I am proud to say, I voted in favour of the Local Plan and showed my full support to our Cabinet Member for Planning, the Director of Planning, and their dedicated team. #LibDemsDeliver

💼✨Another busy and productive month serving as your District Councillor for the Midhurst Ward. 📄My July report is below. 👁️‍🗨️If there is a campaign you are passionate about or anything you would like to discuss, I am here to help. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

🌍 A real step forward on climate action 🌿 Chichester District Council has now adopted its updated Climate Emergency Action Plan for 2025–2030, backed by a £1 million funding commitment to help deliver real progress. I spoke at Council this week to support the plan.

📣 Join Us for Our Councillor Surgery 📣 🔶Yvonne Gravely County Councillor Midhurst Division and I will be holding our next joint Councillor Surgery on Saturday 19th July, from 12pm to 2pm at The Grange Community and Leisure Centre. @chichesterlibdems.bsky.social

🛍️Support Your Local’s 🛍️ 📍Midhurst is full of amazing independent businesses, run by passionate people who work hard every single day to bring something special to our town. #MidhurstWard #ShopLocal #SpendLocal #SupportLocal #IndependentBusiness #ShopinMidhurst #ThinkLocal

🔶 Born and bred in Midhurst. I know this town, I love this town, and I am working hard every day as your District Councillor 👥 #MidhurstWard #CommunityMatters #LibDemsDeliver #LocalCouncil #ProudToServe #MidhurstMatters #ChichesterDistrict #SupportLocal #WardWork #JuneUpdate #LocalChampion

✅ June District and County Councillor Surgery, done. 🙏Thank you to the residents who came along to chat with us about local issues. It is always valuable to hear your thoughts and explore how we, as your Councillors can help. #MidhurstWard #DistrictandCountyCouncillorSurgery #LibDemsDeliver

I am working closely with @adrianmoss.bsky.social, Leader of the Council to explore the possibility of extending free parking during the upcoming SGN works scheduled to begin in July.

🌟What a fantastic turnout for the Midhurst Community Litter Pick. 👥We had 25 amazing volunteers come together and collected 16 bags of rubbish. A true team effort to help keep our beautiful town clean. 🙏A huge thank you to everyone who showed up and made a real difference.

It was great to visit the Banking Cash Hub this week and meet the fantastic team at The Grange Community and Leisure Centre. This essential service is already making a real difference in Midhurst, and it’s only going to grow. Find it on the first floor.

🧹Join us next Saturday, 7th June for the Midhurst Community Litter Pick 🗓 When: 10am–12pm 📍 Where: Meeting at The Old Library 🧤 We will provide litter pickers, bags, and high-vis jackets, just bring your energy and community spirit. 📧dmerritt@chichester.gov.uk

It was a real pleasure to return to Rother Valley Together yesterday alongside my colleague Cllr Bengert, Cabinet Member for Communities and Wellbeing. We had a great catch up with Chairman Margaret and Manager Caroline, and then spent some time chatting with members.

🏳️‍🌈I was proud to march alongside my fellow Liberal Democrats colleagues from Chichester District and our wider party family to show our unwavering support for the LGBTQ+ community. @jessbrownfullermp.bsky.social @hrd1.bsky.social @discript.com

To be continued….. 🎬 ✨ 🎥 🎄 🖤 🎅 #midhurst #supportinmidhurst #supportmidhurstresidents #community #Christmas #tobecontinued