Mid Dorset and North Poole Liberal Democrats

Properly Fund Dentistry

Petition

NHS dentistry is in crisis. 

In Dorset alone, millions of pounds have reportedly gone unspent or been removed from a supposedly ringfenced dentistry budget, while patients face worsening access to care, reduced urgent appointments, and growing waiting lists. With funding failing to reach frontline dental services despite increasing need, urgent action is needed to ensure that money allocated for NHS dentistry is spent only on dentistry.

Appoint a Young Carers Champion in every School in England

Petition

Vikki Slade MP has launched a national campaign calling on the Government to require every school in England to appoint a dedicated Young Carers Champion. Backed by a public petition, the campaign would ensure every school has a trained staff member responsible for identifying and supporting young carers, many of whom remain unidentified despite taking on significant caring responsibilities. With schools facing increased pressure to support young carers following changes to the Ofsted inspection framework, campaigners say support still varies widely. The petition aims to ensure young carers are identified earlier and can access support both inside and outside the classroom.

Vikki Slade MP Fundraising Dinner 2026

Friday 16th October 2026

Vikki Slade MP and Mid Dorset & North Poole Liberal Democrats proudly invite you to our Fundraising Dinner.
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Friday, 16th October 2026
Bulbury Woods Golf Club (Address: Bulbury Woods Golf Club, Lytchett Minster, Poole, Dorset. BH16 6HR)
Tickets: £75

Doors open from 7.00pm | Welcome drink on arrival | Includes a three-course dinner | Wine on the tables

Dress: Up!
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With Guest Speaker, Josh Babarinde OBE MP

Josh Babarinde is the Liberal Democrat Party President and MP for Eastbourne. Before entering Parliament, he founded the award-winning social enterprise Cracked It, creating opportunities for young people at risk of offending through employment and skills training. Awarded an OBE for his services to social enterprise, Josh has become one of the Liberal Democrats' rising voices, championing social mobility, youth justice and safer communities.

The People’s Emergency Briefing

Friday 30th October 2026

The People’s Emergency Briefing

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Broadstone Liberal Hall
14 York Road, Broadstone, BH18 8ET

6:30pm Arrival - 7/7:15pm Start

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Join us for The People’s Emergency Briefing, a powerful film and public discussion exploring the climate and nature emergencies and what they could mean for our lives, communities and future.

Bringing together leading scientists and experts, the briefing looks at the evidence behind growing risks including extreme weather, food security, health, the economy and national security.

The screening will be followed by an opportunity to reflect on the issues raised and discuss what they mean for our local community.

Film screening + discussion
Everyone welcome.

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FREE EVENT - PLEASE RESERVE YOUR TICKET.