Chancellor ignores pleas of more than 40 MPs to reverse ENIC hike on key services Wednesday, 20 November, 2024 The Chancellor has ignored the pleas of more than 40 MPs to reverse the Government's Employer NIC hike on key services. This will be a blow to General Practices, dentists, hospices, care homes and charities across South West Devon. There is only one outcome: enforced cuts to key services. I will continue to raise the growing number of local objections in Parliament and pressure the Chancellor to... Articles
Rebecca discusses impact of Labour's family farm tax with local NFU members 8th November 2024 Today I met with local NFU members at the Moorland Hotel who are deeply worried that they won't be able to pass on their farms to their children because of... Articles
Rebecca lays a wreath at Burrow Hill Remembrance Service in Plymstock 8th November 2024 Today I laid a wreath at the annual Burrow Hill Remembrance Service in Plymstock. Special thanks to Trevor Saunders for organising this service. It was... Articles
October's Constituency Highlights 6th November 2024 A busy October serving constituents across South West Devon. Some highlights include presenting my Derriford Hospital funding petition in Parliament; delivering... Articles
Rebecca represents South West Devon in Parliament's Remembrance Garden 5th November 2024 Rebecca Smith MP brings her dedication to remembrance to her new role, continuing her commitment to honouring those who gave their lives in service. This week... Articles
First Port Management Company drop-ins at Sherford 5th November 2024 I have been made aware of resident drop-in sessions which are being held by First Port Management Company, the organisation which services Sherford. The drop... Articles
Rebecca tables petition to protect Derriford funding in House of Commons 5th November 2024 On 28th October 2024, Rebecca Smith MP tabled her petition to protect Derriford Hospital’s funding. The Chancellor threw the future of Derriford's new Urgent... Articles
Supporting Plymouth’s Dementia Day Centre with Community Grant 4th November 2024 I am pleased to join city councillors in donating a Community Grant of £2,550 to support Plymouth’s Dementia Day Centre. The Age UK Plymouth specialist day care... Articles
Stop the Farm Tax Petition 4th November 2024 The Government’s family farm tax will devastate family farms in South West Devon. From April 2026, family farms worth more than £1m, previously exempt, will... Articles
Update on Laira Bridge 4th November 2024 I have been pursuing Plymouth City Council for an update on progress which has now been provided. Repairs are ongoing and estimated to be completed in... Articles
