Jeff Smith MP
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Labour MP for Manchester Withington. For a reply, or for casework please email [email protected]
I met Historic England in Parliament to mark the launch of this year’s Heritage at Risk Register and learn about how we can work with communities to save ‘at risk’ places – including the four churches in Manchester Withington on the register.
November 25, 2025 at 5:41 PM
I met Historic England in Parliament to mark the launch of this year’s Heritage at Risk Register and learn about how we can work with communities to save ‘at risk’ places – including the four churches in Manchester Withington on the register.
Parliament’s annual Evidence Week brings together the public, researchers, and MPs to discuss how evidence is used and scrutinised at Westminster. It was good to meet leading researchers and scientists, covering issues on the environment and net zero, health, AI and innovation.
November 21, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Parliament’s annual Evidence Week brings together the public, researchers, and MPs to discuss how evidence is used and scrutinised at Westminster. It was good to meet leading researchers and scientists, covering issues on the environment and net zero, health, AI and innovation.
I joined Anthony Nolan in Parliament to talk about their stem cell donation campaign. Research shows younger donors give patients the best chance of survival, so they’re encouraging more people aged 16-30 to sign-up. More information here: jeffsmithmp.com/2025/11/20/s...
Saving lives through Stem Cell donation
Jeff Smith MP attended an event in Parliament to hear from young people raising awareness of the stem cell register in schools and playing a vital role in Anthony Nolan’s lifesaving mission. We are…
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November 20, 2025 at 4:52 PM
I joined Anthony Nolan in Parliament to talk about their stem cell donation campaign. Research shows younger donors give patients the best chance of survival, so they’re encouraging more people aged 16-30 to sign-up. More information here: jeffsmithmp.com/2025/11/20/s...
As COP30 continues, cutting emissions from transport is essential. Nationally, public EV chargepoints have increased 23% in a year, and the Government is investing £2.5bn to expand low-emission public transport and support greener travel choices.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:47 PM
As COP30 continues, cutting emissions from transport is essential. Nationally, public EV chargepoints have increased 23% in a year, and the Government is investing £2.5bn to expand low-emission public transport and support greener travel choices.
🔗 www.gov.uk/government/n...
🔗 www.gov.uk/government/n...
Radiotherapy UK held an event in Parliament, where we discussed radiotherapy cancer treatment in Manchester Withington, and why radiotherapy must be made a priority in the upcoming National Cancer Plan
November 19, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Radiotherapy UK held an event in Parliament, where we discussed radiotherapy cancer treatment in Manchester Withington, and why radiotherapy must be made a priority in the upcoming National Cancer Plan
As COP30 continues, the UK’s message is clear: climate action means lower bills, more jobs and energy security.
Through Labour’s Clean Power Mission and Great British Energy, we’re scaling up renewables to power Britain’s future. ⚡
🔗https://www.gov.uk/missions/clean-energy
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Through Labour’s Clean Power Mission and Great British Energy, we’re scaling up renewables to power Britain’s future. ⚡
🔗https://www.gov.uk/missions/clean-energy
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November 19, 2025 at 9:58 AM
As COP30 continues, the UK’s message is clear: climate action means lower bills, more jobs and energy security.
Through Labour’s Clean Power Mission and Great British Energy, we’re scaling up renewables to power Britain’s future. ⚡
🔗https://www.gov.uk/missions/clean-energy
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Through Labour’s Clean Power Mission and Great British Energy, we’re scaling up renewables to power Britain’s future. ⚡
🔗https://www.gov.uk/missions/clean-energy
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I'm all for the Lords revising the work of the Commons and improving legislation before it receives Royal Assent.
But, 587 amendments from seven peers isn't scrutiny.
It's wrecking the clearly expressed will of the elected House of Commons.
Those peers responsible should be ashamed.
But, 587 amendments from seven peers isn't scrutiny.
It's wrecking the clearly expressed will of the elected House of Commons.
Those peers responsible should be ashamed.
Seven Assisted Dying Bill opponents table 587 amendments between them
Today, members of the House of Lords will debate the Terminally Ill Adults Bill for the first sitting of Committee Stage. Baroness Finlay of Llandaff, Baroness Grey-Thompson, Lord Carlile of Berriew, ...
humanists.uk
November 18, 2025 at 3:32 PM
I'm all for the Lords revising the work of the Commons and improving legislation before it receives Royal Assent.
But, 587 amendments from seven peers isn't scrutiny.
It's wrecking the clearly expressed will of the elected House of Commons.
Those peers responsible should be ashamed.
But, 587 amendments from seven peers isn't scrutiny.
It's wrecking the clearly expressed will of the elected House of Commons.
Those peers responsible should be ashamed.
Saturday was the official ‘opening’ by the Lord Mayor of the new artwork at Mauldeth Road station. A fantastic design by Caroline Coates, celebrating local wildlife including flora and fauna from the parks in Ladybarn.
November 18, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Saturday was the official ‘opening’ by the Lord Mayor of the new artwork at Mauldeth Road station. A fantastic design by Caroline Coates, celebrating local wildlife including flora and fauna from the parks in Ladybarn.
🌍 As COP30 continues, I’m sharing how climate action is being delivered nationally and here in Manchester.
Labour’s £2.65bn investment in flood defences includes funding for the River Mersey to help protect local homes.
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Labour’s £2.65bn investment in flood defences includes funding for the River Mersey to help protect local homes.
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Labour Government to invest £2.65 billion in flood defences
Tens of thousands of homes and business will be better protected from flooding as the Labour Government has unveiled a record package to build new flood defences and maintain and repair those alrea…
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November 18, 2025 at 1:03 PM
🌍 As COP30 continues, I’m sharing how climate action is being delivered nationally and here in Manchester.
Labour’s £2.65bn investment in flood defences includes funding for the River Mersey to help protect local homes.
🔗 jeffsmithmp.com/2025/02/17/l...
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Labour’s £2.65bn investment in flood defences includes funding for the River Mersey to help protect local homes.
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🌍 As COP30 enters its final week, the focus is on turning words into action.
The Labour Government’s Climate Plan shows how clean energy can cut bills, create skilled jobs, and secure our energy future.
#COP30 #ClimateAction #CleanEnergy [1/3]
The Labour Government’s Climate Plan shows how clean energy can cut bills, create skilled jobs, and secure our energy future.
#COP30 #ClimateAction #CleanEnergy [1/3]
November 17, 2025 at 9:04 AM
🌍 As COP30 enters its final week, the focus is on turning words into action.
The Labour Government’s Climate Plan shows how clean energy can cut bills, create skilled jobs, and secure our energy future.
#COP30 #ClimateAction #CleanEnergy [1/3]
The Labour Government’s Climate Plan shows how clean energy can cut bills, create skilled jobs, and secure our energy future.
#COP30 #ClimateAction #CleanEnergy [1/3]
I attended VisitBritain’s #StarringGREATBritain showcase in Parliament — highlighting how our world-class tourism, culture and creative industries are bringing billions into the UK economy and supporting jobs in communities across the country. 🎬✨
November 14, 2025 at 11:56 AM
I attended VisitBritain’s #StarringGREATBritain showcase in Parliament — highlighting how our world-class tourism, culture and creative industries are bringing billions into the UK economy and supporting jobs in communities across the country. 🎬✨
Did you know…
🤕 1 in 10 retail workers have been assaulted at work
🤬 50% of retail workers have been threatened at work
🗣️ 3 in 4 retail workers have been abused at work
We must put an end to the abuse of shopworkers #Respectweek
🤕 1 in 10 retail workers have been assaulted at work
🤬 50% of retail workers have been threatened at work
🗣️ 3 in 4 retail workers have been abused at work
We must put an end to the abuse of shopworkers #Respectweek
November 13, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Did you know…
🤕 1 in 10 retail workers have been assaulted at work
🤬 50% of retail workers have been threatened at work
🗣️ 3 in 4 retail workers have been abused at work
We must put an end to the abuse of shopworkers #Respectweek
🤕 1 in 10 retail workers have been assaulted at work
🤬 50% of retail workers have been threatened at work
🗣️ 3 in 4 retail workers have been abused at work
We must put an end to the abuse of shopworkers #Respectweek
The National Pharmacy Association held an event for Ask Your Pharmacist Week — highlighting the vital role community pharmacies play in supporting our NHS and local communities.
Find out the things your local pharmacy can help with, which you might not know:
www.nhs.uk/nhs-services...
Find out the things your local pharmacy can help with, which you might not know:
www.nhs.uk/nhs-services...
November 12, 2025 at 10:59 AM
The National Pharmacy Association held an event for Ask Your Pharmacist Week — highlighting the vital role community pharmacies play in supporting our NHS and local communities.
Find out the things your local pharmacy can help with, which you might not know:
www.nhs.uk/nhs-services...
Find out the things your local pharmacy can help with, which you might not know:
www.nhs.uk/nhs-services...
Always an honour to take part in our local Remembrance services - at Southern Cemetery and the Cenotaph at the weekend.
I also planted Manchester Withington’s stake in the Parliament memorial garden — honouring those who served, sacrificed, and lost their lives in conflict.
We will remember them🌹
I also planted Manchester Withington’s stake in the Parliament memorial garden — honouring those who served, sacrificed, and lost their lives in conflict.
We will remember them🌹
November 11, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Always an honour to take part in our local Remembrance services - at Southern Cemetery and the Cenotaph at the weekend.
I also planted Manchester Withington’s stake in the Parliament memorial garden — honouring those who served, sacrificed, and lost their lives in conflict.
We will remember them🌹
I also planted Manchester Withington’s stake in the Parliament memorial garden — honouring those who served, sacrificed, and lost their lives in conflict.
We will remember them🌹
The Culture Media & Sport committee - which I joined recently – has commissioned a fan-led review of live music. It gives music lovers a chance to share views on how to protect grassroots and electronic music venues and support emerging artists.
Have your say: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Have your say: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Microsoft Forms
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November 10, 2025 at 3:51 PM
The Culture Media & Sport committee - which I joined recently – has commissioned a fan-led review of live music. It gives music lovers a chance to share views on how to protect grassroots and electronic music venues and support emerging artists.
Have your say: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Have your say: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
I attended NHS Blood and Transplant’s parliamentary event to hear about their vital work and how we can all help tackle blood and plasma shortages.
Donating blood saves lives. If you can, please consider registering as a donor:
my.blood.co.uk/sign-up/?int...
Donating blood saves lives. If you can, please consider registering as a donor:
my.blood.co.uk/sign-up/?int...
November 10, 2025 at 12:05 PM
I attended NHS Blood and Transplant’s parliamentary event to hear about their vital work and how we can all help tackle blood and plasma shortages.
Donating blood saves lives. If you can, please consider registering as a donor:
my.blood.co.uk/sign-up/?int...
Donating blood saves lives. If you can, please consider registering as a donor:
my.blood.co.uk/sign-up/?int...
Want to work in TV? Channel 4's apprenticeship programme is now open to applications for places in Manchester. Gain Level 4, or 7 qualifications while actively contributing to projects.
Find out more below and apply today:
careers.channel4.com/4skills/appr...
Find out more below and apply today:
careers.channel4.com/4skills/appr...
Apprenticeships | Channel 4 Careers
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November 7, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Want to work in TV? Channel 4's apprenticeship programme is now open to applications for places in Manchester. Gain Level 4, or 7 qualifications while actively contributing to projects.
Find out more below and apply today:
careers.channel4.com/4skills/appr...
Find out more below and apply today:
careers.channel4.com/4skills/appr...
The Boaz Trust held their first parliamentary drop-in this week. It was useful to discuss homelessness among people newly granted refugee status, including in south Manchester. Important work being done to push for positive policy reform.
November 7, 2025 at 11:03 AM
The Boaz Trust held their first parliamentary drop-in this week. It was useful to discuss homelessness among people newly granted refugee status, including in south Manchester. Important work being done to push for positive policy reform.
Breast Cancer Now’s annual Wear It Pink photocall in Parliament asks MPs to wear pink to support their campaign.
It was valuable to hear local data and insights, and to show my support for those affected by breast cancer.
It was valuable to hear local data and insights, and to show my support for those affected by breast cancer.
November 5, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Breast Cancer Now’s annual Wear It Pink photocall in Parliament asks MPs to wear pink to support their campaign.
It was valuable to hear local data and insights, and to show my support for those affected by breast cancer.
It was valuable to hear local data and insights, and to show my support for those affected by breast cancer.
Yesterday was the Second Reading of the Hillsborough Law. It’s a vital step towards ensuring fairness, truth and accountability for victims, families and survivors of public tragedies.
A long overdue change and a lasting tribute to the Hillsborough campaigners who never gave up.
A long overdue change and a lasting tribute to the Hillsborough campaigners who never gave up.
November 4, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Yesterday was the Second Reading of the Hillsborough Law. It’s a vital step towards ensuring fairness, truth and accountability for victims, families and survivors of public tragedies.
A long overdue change and a lasting tribute to the Hillsborough campaigners who never gave up.
A long overdue change and a lasting tribute to the Hillsborough campaigners who never gave up.
Good to hear about Homeless Link’s Breaking the Cycle campaign to empower homelessness services to scale up their excellent work.
The Government’s upcoming Homelessness Strategy aims to move us from crisis towards a country free from homelessness.
homeless.org.uk/what-we-do/c...
The Government’s upcoming Homelessness Strategy aims to move us from crisis towards a country free from homelessness.
homeless.org.uk/what-we-do/c...
November 4, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Good to hear about Homeless Link’s Breaking the Cycle campaign to empower homelessness services to scale up their excellent work.
The Government’s upcoming Homelessness Strategy aims to move us from crisis towards a country free from homelessness.
homeless.org.uk/what-we-do/c...
The Government’s upcoming Homelessness Strategy aims to move us from crisis towards a country free from homelessness.
homeless.org.uk/what-we-do/c...
280,000 more families in the North West will receive £150m off their energy bills this winter.
Labour is expanding the Warm Home Discount to provide vital cost of living support for low-income households and pensioners across the country.
jeffsmithmp.com/2025/11/04/l...
Labour is expanding the Warm Home Discount to provide vital cost of living support for low-income households and pensioners across the country.
jeffsmithmp.com/2025/11/04/l...
Labour Government delivers extra energy bill support for 280,000 more families in the North West
280,000 more families in the North West will receive £150 off their energy bills through the Warm Home Discount One in five families across Britain will get help with their bills, providing househo…
jeffsmithmp.com
November 4, 2025 at 2:30 PM
280,000 more families in the North West will receive £150m off their energy bills this winter.
Labour is expanding the Warm Home Discount to provide vital cost of living support for low-income households and pensioners across the country.
jeffsmithmp.com/2025/11/04/l...
Labour is expanding the Warm Home Discount to provide vital cost of living support for low-income households and pensioners across the country.
jeffsmithmp.com/2025/11/04/l...
Did you know that 66% of animals are negatively impacted by private firework displays, and 40% of pet owners feel awkward discussing their fireworks concerns with their neighbours? You can find out more about what to consider here: www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwel...
Fireworks - RSPCA - rspca.org.uk
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October 31, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Did you know that 66% of animals are negatively impacted by private firework displays, and 40% of pet owners feel awkward discussing their fireworks concerns with their neighbours? You can find out more about what to consider here: www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwel...
At this week’s PMQs, I was called to ask a question for the first time since returning to the backbenches. I used that opportunity to raise the situation in Gaza, which I know is a concern for many of my constituents.
October 30, 2025 at 11:48 AM
At this week’s PMQs, I was called to ask a question for the first time since returning to the backbenches. I used that opportunity to raise the situation in Gaza, which I know is a concern for many of my constituents.
Reading is a core skill, needed for work, for life, and for the future. Labour is introducing a test at year 8 to ensure proper support is in place for every child: www.gov.uk/government/n...
Focus on reading in secondary years to drive up standards
Education Secretary confirms all pupils will sit a mandatory reading test at age 13 to drive up reading standards.
www.gov.uk
October 30, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Reading is a core skill, needed for work, for life, and for the future. Labour is introducing a test at year 8 to ensure proper support is in place for every child: www.gov.uk/government/n...