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Statement from Adam Dance MP on the closure of Yeovil's Maternity Unit - 21 May 2025

21 May 2025

Adam Dance MP standing against a plain dark background, smiling with arms folded. He is wearing glasses, a blue suit, a light green shirt and a red and blue patterned tie.

Yeovil MP launches petition demanding safe reopening of maternity unit at Yeovil District Hospital

Following the announced closure of Yeovil’s maternity ward, local MP Adam Dance, has launched a petition urging Somerset NHS Foundation Trust to provide a clear and public timeline for the reopening of the maternity unit at Yeovil District Hospital.

14 May 2025

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Graphic showing a statement from Adam Dance MP regarding the closure of Yeovil Maternity Unit. On the left, white text reads “Statement: Closure of Yeovil Maternity Unit” above the Parliamentary portcullis symbol and the text “Adam Dance MP for Yeovil”. On the right, a portrait of Adam Dance MP, wearing glasses, a blue suit and patterned tie, smiling against a grey background.

Statement from Adam Dance MP on Yeovil Maternity Unit Closure

“I am extremely concerned by the decision to close Yeovil Maternity Unit — even if the Trust says it is temporary. Like many...

13 May 2025

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A group of around 16 people, including Adam Dance MP and Alistair Carmichael MP, standing outdoors on a tree-lined path during a sunny afternoon, gathered for a rural issues forum in Somerset.

Alistair Carmichael MP joins Adam Dance’s Farming Forum in South Somerset to discuss future of UK agriculture

Farmers from across Yeovil and South Somerset gathered to take part in the latest Farming & Country Focus Group hosted by local MP Adam Dance.

12 May 2025

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Steve Redwood, Scott Ewens, Adam Dance MP, Trudy Dyke, Rob Fox (Chairman), and Richard Reeves (President of Yeovil Cricket Club) stand together in a cricket training net area on a sunny day. Adam is holding scissors after cutting a ceremonial ribbon to mark the opening of a new cricket facility, with everyone smiling towards the camera.

Adam Dance MP officially opens new cricket nets at Yeovil Cricket Club

Yeovil MP Adam Dance has officially opened a brand-new set of cricket nets at Yeovil Cricket Club, marking a major milestone for grassroots sport in the town.

7 May 2025

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Adam Dance MP stands smiling inside Westminster Hall, part of the Houses of Parliament. He wears a light grey suit, blue shirt, and navy tie with a subtle pattern. Behind him, the grand arched window and stone staircase are softly out of focus, highlighting the historic setting.

Adam Dance MP calls for stronger government action to tackle county lines exploitation in Somerset

Adam Dance, Liberal Democrat MP for Yeovil, has called for urgent and sustained action to tackle county lines drug trafficking in Somerset, following a parliamentary question to the Home Office.

7 May 2025

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Peter Brown (Technical & Development Director at the CPA), Adam Dance MP, and Steve Mulholland (CPA Chief Executive) stand together outside by the River Thames, engaged in conversation, with tall buildings and trees in the background.

Yeovil MP joins call for action on apprenticeship shortage in construction sector

Adam Dance MP has joined with representatives from the Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) to raise urgent concerns about the national shortage of skilled workers in the plant-hire and construction sector—and the pressing need to invest in apprentic

30 Apr 2025

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Liberal Democrat Victory in Chard as Tricia O'Brien Elected to Town Council

The Liberal Democrats are celebrating victory in Chard as last night [24/04/2025] as Tricia O’Brien was elected to Chard Town Council following a tightly contested by-election in the Crimchard ward.

25 Apr 2025

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Adam Dance MP: Ministers must account for impact of benefit changes on disabled people

Liberal Democrat MP for Yeovil, Adam Dance, has criticised the Government for failing to assess how its Spring Statement benefit changes will impact people at risk of poverty in Yeovil and across Somerset.

23 Apr 2025

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Pablo O'Hana and Adam Dance MP side by side against a dark, gradient background. Pablo is on the left wearing a dark jacket over a white shirt, resting his arms on a surface. Adam is on the right wearing a blue suit, pale green shirt, and patterned tie, smiling directly at the camera.

Yeovil MP, Adam Dance, joins with Pablo O'Hana and Holly Bissinger at Yeovil College to inspire young voters

Liberal Democrat MP for Yeovil, Adam Dance, will be joined by international political strategist Pablo O'Hana and experienced Liberal Democrat campaigner Holly Bissinger at a free public event at Yeovil College on Friday 9 May, from 5.45pm.

15 Apr 2025

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Adam Dance MP stands smiling next to two bakery staff behind a glass counter filled with cheesecakes and brownies. Chalkboard signs display the prices of the sweet treats, and the friendly setting suggests a visit to a local independent business.

Adam Dance MP launches ‘Buy Somerset, Back Britain’ campaign to support local businesses and farmers

Adam Dance, MP for Yeovil, has joined forces with fellow Liberal Democrat MPs across Somerset to launch a new ‘Buy Somerset, Back Britain’ campaign.

8 Apr 2025

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Group of people, including Adam Dance MP, smiling and holding colourful signs and balloons in front of a purple First Mendip bus, celebrating the return of Yeovil’s Sunday bus service.

New Sunday bus service launches in Yeovil after more than a decade

Local passengers and transport campaigners gathered at Yeovil Bus Station on Sunday 6 April to celebrate the return of a regular Sunday bus service for the first time in over 10 years.

6 Apr 2025

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