Steff Aquarone MP

@steffanaquarone.bsky.social

Liberal Democrat MP for North Norfolk, UK

This Wednesday, Hoveton takes centre stage 💚 I'll be spending the day celebrating one of North Norfolk's brilliant communities - meeting businesses, talking to residents, & shining a light on everything that makes Hoveton special ✨️ Every village & town here has a story worth telling.

Our medieval churches are part of what makes North Norfolk special. You can build a new church without paying VAT, yet when money is raised to repair historic ones 20% can disappear in VAT before work begins. That feels wrong. I'll be raising this issue in Westminster.

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The asylum system is broken. The backlog didn't appear out of nowhere. It's the result of years of failure to properly resource the Home Office. The answer isn't another gimmick. Fund the Home Office. Clear the backlog. Process claims.

Raiding pensions to fund social care isn't the answer! Our social care system needs fixing, but the Government can't tell older people that the price of getting dignified care in old age is a weaker guarantee on their pensions.

☕️💚 A cup of coffee. A huge difference. Macmillan ☕️ Mornings raise vital funds to support people living with cancer. Huge thank you to everyone across North Norfolk getting involved & making a difference.

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Rejoining the EU isn't on the table. That doesn't mean accepting unnecessary barriers with our closest neighbours. Instead of reigniting the battles of 2016, let's build towards a relationship that supports growth and makes life easier for North Norfolk's families & businesses.

🌊 We're an island nation, yet still don't have a dedicated Minister responsible for coastal communities. That isn't good enough! I'll keep pushing until people living along our precious coastline get a voice at the top table of Govt. If you live by the sea & agree, share this.

Two weeks back in Westminster - here's what I've been fighting for... Before Parliament returned, I asked what you wanted me to fight for over the next six months. What should I take on next❓️ Tell me in the comments...,

Touring isn't the job. Policing is. Norfolk elected a Police & Crime Commissioner to tackle crime - not go off on tour! 🤯 If Mr Sutton is taking time away from the job, he should give back his £70k salary. We can put that money to better use.

It's Back British Farming Day 🇬🇧 Farmers contribute to North Norfolk's communities, our economy, & the countryside we're lucky to call home. But things are difficult: from extreme weather & water shortages to rising costs & uncertainty. I'll keep standing up for Norfolk's farmers 🚜

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Today is International Day of Charity & yesterday at Sheringham Day Services I was reminded just how much small acts of kindness can mean ❤️ They’re looking for volunteer drivers to help deliver meals to people in the community. Please share this post to help spread the word.🙏

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Back in Norfolk after a busy return to Westminster this week ❤️ I challenged the Govt's prisoner release plans & welcomed its U-turn over the killer of my constituent, Fenella Hawes. I also pressed ministers on the need for face-to-face banking, & learned about support for bakeries in Ukraine 🇺🇦

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Last week I attempted the political equivalent of Supermarket Sweep. No inflatable trolley (sadly!). Just a lot of miles, plenty of supermarkets, and hundreds of chats. Thanks to everyone who stopped for a chat, raised issues with me, or simply waved 👋