["The Member is concerned about the prevalence of potholes in Devon and Somerset, noting that although there has been a reduction in reported potholes from 50,000 in 2019 to 34,000 in 2022 in Devon, it remains a significant issue. He mentions the varying challenges each county faces, such as Somerset's peat-based roads and the 'never-ending battle' to stabilise them. The Member also highlights the disparity between the interactive pothole-reporting system used by Devon County Council and the less user-friendly one in Somerset."]

["I am concerned about South West Water's environmental performance, which has seen the company dump raw sewage in Devon and Cornwall rivers for over a decade. The company is rated red by the Environment Agency and has been fined £2 million for illegal discharges. Additionally, it loses almost 127 million litres of water daily through leaks and burst pipes, charges the highest prices for water in Britain, and operates under severe financial strain with mounting debts."]

["The MP is concerned about the disparity in funding allocation across different regions of the south-west. He highlights that while some areas like Bridgwater have received substantial grants, others such as Mid Devon are left out despite submitting bids or lacking them entirely. The lack of intelligence and proper business cases in some bids has led to unsuccessful outcomes. Additionally, he points out governance issues with local authorities, citing examples from Tiverton where the Lib Dem-led council's management is described as rudderless and non-transparent. He also criticises broadband roll-out failures by Connecting Devon and Somerset (CDS) and environmental damage caused by South West Water."]

["Mr. Ian Liddell-Grainger expressed deep sadness over the passing of Emilia Monjowa Lifaka, chair of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association, and praised her remarkable contributions. He highlighted the significance of the Commonwealth with its vast global membership across 54 countries, including nations in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, the Americas, the Pacific, and Europe. Mr. Liddell-Grainger emphasized the importance of the Commonwealth's commitment to world peace, representative democracy, individual liberty, equality, and opposition to racism, discrimination, poverty, ignorance, disease, and other adversities. Ms Daby is concerned about the impact of Russia's invasion on Commonwealth values and principles, the economic implications for developing countries, and the need to restore funding to 0.7%. She also worries about delays in vaccine delivery due to poor logistics and the educational impacts of school closures, particularly on girls. Additionally, she highlights issues around democracy, human rights, and climate emergency within the Commonwealth."]

["Ian Liddell-Grainger is concerned about the misconception that the Commonwealth is merely a reinvention of an old economic model. He highlights the organisation's efforts to promote democracy, diversity, and prosperity across different nations, stressing its role in tackling global issues such as climate change through initiatives like the Commonwealth Games. Additionally, he mentions challenges regarding the status issue of the Commonwealth, which has persisted for too long."]

['Mr. Liddell-Grainger is concerned about the push for local government reorganisation in Somerset by Councillor David Fothergill, which he views as a distraction from addressing the pandemic. He mentions that One Somerset was launched during the health crisis and criticises the extensive publicity campaign funded by £2 million and the hiring of Carlton Brand at an estimated cost of £200,000. The MP also highlights concerns over potential financial mismanagement and warns against accepting outdated models for reorganisation. Furthermore, he questions the geographical legitimacy and financial stability of Somerset County Council, emphasising its history of crises and its current low reserve funds.']