Jeff Smith MP
@jeffsmithmp.bsky.social
Labour MP for Manchester Withington. For a reply, or for casework please email jeff.smith.mp@parliament.uk
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...
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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…
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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...
Manchester City Council are holding a drop-in session as part of the consultation on the Manchester Draft Local Plan. If you’d like to find out more, you can attend on:
📍Tuesday 4 November, 4–7pm at Withington Baths (M20 3EB)
📍Tuesday 4 November, 4–7pm at Withington Baths (M20 3EB)
October 29, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Manchester City Council are holding a drop-in session as part of the consultation on the Manchester Draft Local Plan. If you’d like to find out more, you can attend on:
📍Tuesday 4 November, 4–7pm at Withington Baths (M20 3EB)
📍Tuesday 4 November, 4–7pm at Withington Baths (M20 3EB)
Good to see the government empowering The Environment Agency with stronger powers to hold water companies to account: www.gov.uk/government/n...
New financial penalties for environmental offences
Bolstered powers for Environment Agency to hold water companies to account
www.gov.uk
October 28, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Good to see the government empowering The Environment Agency with stronger powers to hold water companies to account: www.gov.uk/government/n...
I’m delighted to have been elected to the Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee, which does important work scrutinising the work of the DCMS and its associated public bodies. Hoping to bring my pre-MP experience to the role, and I’m looking forward to getting started this week.
October 27, 2025 at 4:10 PM
I’m delighted to have been elected to the Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee, which does important work scrutinising the work of the DCMS and its associated public bodies. Hoping to bring my pre-MP experience to the role, and I’m looking forward to getting started this week.
If you’re a current or former postmaster, you may be eligible for the Horizon Shortfall Scheme. Apply before 31 January 2026.
More info here: www.onepostoffice.co.uk/scheme
More info here: www.onepostoffice.co.uk/scheme
The Horizon Shortfall Scheme | One Post Office
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October 27, 2025 at 1:44 PM
If you’re a current or former postmaster, you may be eligible for the Horizon Shortfall Scheme. Apply before 31 January 2026.
More info here: www.onepostoffice.co.uk/scheme
More info here: www.onepostoffice.co.uk/scheme
I met senior staff from Great Places housing to discuss their work in South Manchester, raise some concerns about homes they manage in Manchester Withington, and tour the new Rossett development in West Didsbury.
October 24, 2025 at 3:44 PM
I met senior staff from Great Places housing to discuss their work in South Manchester, raise some concerns about homes they manage in Manchester Withington, and tour the new Rossett development in West Didsbury.
High Time To Screen is Prostate Cancer Research’s new report on the importance of targeted prostate cancer screening, which would ease late-stage pressures on the NHS and save lives. I met @pcr-uk.bsky.social in Parliament to discuss their campaign
October 24, 2025 at 10:14 AM
High Time To Screen is Prostate Cancer Research’s new report on the importance of targeted prostate cancer screening, which would ease late-stage pressures on the NHS and save lives. I met @pcr-uk.bsky.social in Parliament to discuss their campaign
The Speak Their Name suicide memorial quilt exhibition has been on display in Parliament. Each quilt square represents an individual lost to suicide, designed by families and friends in their memory. It was nice to meet Adele Owen from the Manchester Suicide Prevention team to hear about their work
October 23, 2025 at 11:09 AM
The Speak Their Name suicide memorial quilt exhibition has been on display in Parliament. Each quilt square represents an individual lost to suicide, designed by families and friends in their memory. It was nice to meet Adele Owen from the Manchester Suicide Prevention team to hear about their work
The Government’s Inactivity Trailblazer scheme has been extended for another year, with Greater Manchester receiving £10 million to provide tailored, local employment support: jeffsmithmp.com/2025/10/22/m...
Mental health support and peer support networks to get people back into work as Greater Manchester receives £10 million funding boost
Transformative inactivity trailblazer scheme extended as Government targets economic inactivity hotspots through joined up localised support. • Confidence building, social support groups and mental…
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October 22, 2025 at 1:47 PM
The Government’s Inactivity Trailblazer scheme has been extended for another year, with Greater Manchester receiving £10 million to provide tailored, local employment support: jeffsmithmp.com/2025/10/22/m...
Everyone should be treated fairly at work, whatever their age. Age UK has useful guidance on tackling ageism in the workplace: www.ageuk.org.uk/information-...
Ageism in the workplace: Advice and guidance | Age UK
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October 17, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Everyone should be treated fairly at work, whatever their age. Age UK has useful guidance on tackling ageism in the workplace: www.ageuk.org.uk/information-...
The Labour Government is working to cut through the red tape that has held back our hospitality sector, and are seeking views from owners, punters and communities on our licensing system: www.gov.uk/government/c...
Reforming the licensing system
Seeking views and evidence to develop a modern, proportionate and enabling licensing system under the Licensing Act 2003.
www.gov.uk
October 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The Labour Government is working to cut through the red tape that has held back our hospitality sector, and are seeking views from owners, punters and communities on our licensing system: www.gov.uk/government/c...
Tonight's Ladybarn Neighbourhood Curry Night, organised by Manchester Student Homes, is a chance for students and local residents to come together and meet your neighbours.
📅 Thursday 16 October, 5–7pm
📍 Ladybarn Community Hub
📅 Thursday 16 October, 5–7pm
📍 Ladybarn Community Hub
October 16, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Tonight's Ladybarn Neighbourhood Curry Night, organised by Manchester Student Homes, is a chance for students and local residents to come together and meet your neighbours.
📅 Thursday 16 October, 5–7pm
📍 Ladybarn Community Hub
📅 Thursday 16 October, 5–7pm
📍 Ladybarn Community Hub
The Government is giving councils an £84 million boost to help prevent homelessness and support families this winter — with children and families in temporary accommodation at the heart of this funding:
£84 million Government injection to tackle homelessness
Labour Government reveals £84 million cash boost nationwide to help prevent homelessness and support families this winter – including over £3 million for Manchester. Immediate help for children and…
jeffsmithmp.com
October 15, 2025 at 2:36 PM
The Government is giving councils an £84 million boost to help prevent homelessness and support families this winter — with children and families in temporary accommodation at the heart of this funding: