Davey urges voters to take plunge and back Lib Dems
The Independent|July 02, 2024
Sir Ed Davey took part in a bungee jump yesterday as he urged voters to take a similar “leap of faith” and back the Liberal Democrats on Thursday.
RICHARD WHEELER
Davey urges voters to take plunge and back Lib Dems

The Lib Dem leader sought a general election poll bounce for his party by flinging himself off a crane platform while shouting: “Do something you’ve never done before – vote Liberal Democrat.” One onlooker at the event in Eastbourne, East Sussex, could be heard saying: “Is there anything he won’t do?” – a nod to Sir Ed’s stunt-laden campaign, which has also included paddleboarding and rollercoasters. Sir Ed was seen smiling after the jump as his harness was removed.

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