Rebecca meets with charity that finds homes for vulnerable children Wednesday, 27 November, 2024 I recently met with Sam and Matt from Home for Good in Parliament. They are a truly inspiring charity that work to find homes for vulnerable children and young people. Every 15 minutes, a child comes into care in the UK. In Plymouth alone there are 304 children on a child protection plan. As I said in my Maiden Speech when I first became an MP, I am deeply committed to working to be a voice for... Articles
Government Minister visits pioneering Plymouth dental facility 19th September 2019 It was great to welcome James Cleverly MP, Chairman of the Conservative Party and Cabinet Minister to Plymouth on Thursday. After a brilliant session out on the... Local News
Plymouth Sound National Marine Park 13th September 2019 This weekend, a statement of intent is being launched which is another step forward to see Plymouth Sound National Marine Park established. The waters around... Local News
New frigate contract awarded to Babcock 12th September 2019 Congratulations to Babcock International for securing this prestigious contract to build the five new Type 31 ships - the latest addition to the Royal Navy’s... Local News
Rebecca welcomes £14 billion cash boost for schools 2nd September 2019 The Prime Minister has announced that we are boosting schools with a record £14 billion, levelling up per pupil funding across the country so every child in... Local News
Spending a week in and out of Derriford 30th August 2019 This last week, I’ve been seen at Derriford Hospital four times and by the GP twice and have had an excellent experience, looked after by some inspirational men... Local News
Brexit, the Queen's Speech and Boris' letter 29th August 2019 As a bystander like you throughout the Brexit process, I have been appalled at how Parliament has failed in its duty to deliver the referendum result... Local News
Rebecca Smith welcomes Prime Minister's City Centre Funding Announcement 27th August 2019 The Prime Minister has expanded the Future High Streets Fund, confirming that another 50 towns in England will be given a share of £1 billion to reenergise... Local News
Your Future, Your Say - a Pizza and Policy evening for Young People 2nd July 2019 I recently held a pizza and policy evening for some local young people and students in the Plymouth Sutton and Devonport constituency. I wanted to hear what... Local News
Immunity for Northern Ireland Veterans 24th June 2019 Today in Full Council, I seconded a Motion on Notice seeking to gain whole Council Support for including Northern Ireland Veterans in any future legislation... Local News