# Davey says Lib Dems are 'firewall against Farage' as conference begins

- Published: 2026-09-19T18:03:30Z
- Updated: 2026-09-20T03:28:47Z
- Section: Breaking
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq8jdkmgn7n1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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Lib Dem leader Ed Davey claimed the party was aiming to beat its 2024 record of 72 MPs in any snap election.

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