Rachel Gilmour, MP for Tiverton and Minehead
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Rachel Gilmour, MP for Tiverton and Minehead
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This afternoon, I had a productive meeting with Avon and Somerset Police Chief Superintendent Mark Edgington at Minehead Police Station.

It was useful to speak with Mark about tackling antisocial behaviour and their plans to address rural crime and violence against women and children.

#Somerset
December 5, 2025 at 4:15 PM
A number of constituents have contacted my office to raise their concerns about the increasing number of text message scams, also known as 'smishing'.

I wrote to the Minister to ask what the Govt is doing to ensure that penalties reflect the scale, organisation and harm of these crimes.
December 4, 2025 at 1:50 PM
This afternoon, I asked the Prime Minister how the Govt plans to improve support for those suffering with long-term pain.

I now look forward to meeting with the relevant minister to work on this specific constituent case, as well as discussing the Govt's wider strategy.

#Somerset #Devon #PMQs
December 3, 2025 at 3:25 PM
CASEWORK SPOTLIGHT 🔎

After working with the team at Ada in Porlock, the group has recently secured a full grant, which will now allow them to restore a vital heritage site for the local Porlock community.

If you need any support, please email rachel.gilmour.mp@parliament.uk 📨

#Somerset #Devon
December 3, 2025 at 9:29 AM
There are just a few days to go until the first of my free Community #Christmas Concerts at The Highwayman at Butlin's in Minehead. 🎄🎅

Confirm your attendance today by completing this form: forms.office.com/e/wxXbq8L1XF

You can find more details here: www.rachelgilmour.org.uk

#Somerset #Devon
December 1, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Good morning, Tiverton and Minehead! 👋

Here's a look at what I got up to last week as your MP.

As always, if you need help with an issue or concern, please send an email to rachel.gilmour.mp@parliament.uk

#Somerset #Devon #WorkingForYou
December 1, 2025 at 10:34 AM
CASEWORK ROUNDUP FOR NOVEMBER ✅

It's been another productive month here in the Tiverton and Minehead constituency office.

If you need assistance with an issue, please send an email to rachel.gilmour.mp@parliament.uk or book a surgery here: forms.office.com/e/iKg5ku6HJy

#Somerset #Devon
November 29, 2025 at 10:43 AM
A massive thank you to everyone who submitted a design for my Christmas Card Competition this year. We have some very talented young artists here in the Tiverton and Minehead constituency! 👏

I look forward to announcing the winner and runners-up next week! 🎄

#Somerset #Devon #ThankYou
November 28, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Great to meet Sue Bill from the charity PROMISEworks today. ✅

It was useful to talk with Sue about local issues, and how their mentors can support our young people.

I now look forward to working with Sue to grow a network of mentors in West Somerset.

Find out more here 👇
promiseworks.org.uk
November 28, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Yet again, no mention of Somerset or Devon.

The Chancellor has failed to understand the challenges facing those in rural and coastal areas.

I will continue to fight for our constituency and our communities.

Read more here 👇
www.wsfp.co.uk/news/budget-...

#Somerset #Devon #Budget
November 26, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Proud to stand with farmers from across Somerset and Devon today ahead of the Budget.

#AxeTheFamilyFarmTax
November 26, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Not bad for a morning's work! ✅

On Sunday morning, I joined fantastic local volunteers for a litter-picking session on Minehead Beach.

A big thank you to everyone who dedicates their time to keep our area clean, tidy, and safe!

#Somerset #PlasticFreeExmoor #SurfersAgainstSewage #Environment
November 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Outside the amazing new Endoscopy Unit at Tiverton & District Hospital this morning after my minor operation.

Thank goodness for our wonderful NHS and staff from all over the world. A special thank you to Mr Seghal, Fatima, Mark, Natalia, and Anne for today! 👏

#ProudToSupportTheNHS #ThankYou
November 24, 2025 at 11:55 AM
👋Hello, Tiverton and Minehead!

Here's a look at what I got up to last week in Parliament and in the constituency. ✅

As always, if you need assistance with an issue or concern, please email me at rachel.gilmour.mp@parliament.uk 📨

#Somerset #Devon #WorkingForYou
November 24, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Introducing my old friend Professor Dr Sube Banerjee, a world expert on dementia and dementia care, to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care.

Looking forward to seeing Sube in the constituency soon to talk to local charities supporting dementia sufferers.

#Parliament
November 21, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Earlier this week, I called for a joined-up, neuro-optimal pathway to care for those with neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease, MS, ME, and CFS.

The Govt must do more to support those with neurological conditions by implementing a coherent national strategy.

#Parliament
November 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Yesterday, I joined The Filo Project to deliver Dr Michael and Dr Avril Staunton's open letter to the Chancellor, calling for an end to the VAT on community interest companies (CICs) providing dementia care.

Read about the #EndDementiaTax campaign here👇
somersetleveller.co.uk/health-wellb...
November 20, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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November 19, 2025 at 5:47 PM
With just a week left to go until the Budget, I have put together my requests for the Chancellor.

I hope that next week the Government will address some of the issues to help move our region, and country, forward.

Tiverton and Minehead cannot be ignored again.

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#Somerset #Devon #Budgwt
November 19, 2025 at 5:47 PM
I recently had the pleasure of presenting the awards at Exmoor Young Chef and Aspiring Chef Competition 2025 at West Somerset College. 👏

Congratulations to the deserving winners Lauren, Maddie and Blake for their creativity in cooking with local produce! 🏆

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#Somerset #Proud
November 19, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Currently, only £3 billion is allocated to NHS dentistry in England, providing care for just half the population.

The Govt must increase the budget for NHS dentistry and end the shameful reality of #DIYDentistry.

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#NHSNotDIY
November 17, 2025 at 12:16 PM
👋Good morning, Tiverton and Minehead!

Here is an overview of what I got up to last week!

Last week, I also had the pleasure of announcing the dates for my Community Christmas Concerts in both Tiverton and Minehead! Confirm your free place today - forms.office.com/e/wxXbq8L1XF 🎄

#Somerset #Devon
November 17, 2025 at 10:30 AM
I am delighted to announce the dates for my Community Christmas Concerts at Butlin's in Minehead and St Peter's Church in Tiverton. 🎅🎄

Confirm your attendance by completing this form: forms.office.com/e/wxXbq8L1XF

Find more info here: www.rachelgilmour.org.uk/news

#Somerset #Devon #Christmas
November 14, 2025 at 3:24 PM
The Govt's insistence on pushing through with the #FamilyFarmTax will do immense damage to communities across Tiverton and Minehead.

Ahead of the Budget, I will continue to press the Govt to change course, just as we did successfully with the U-turn on the Winter Fuel Payment.

#Somerset #Devon
November 14, 2025 at 1:17 PM
🚨🎉CAMPAIGN WIN - I am pleased that Allied Pharmacies have agreed to take over multiple Jhoots premises across the constituency.

This is welcome news, as Jhoots' closures have put a strain on other local pharmacies.

Read more here👇
www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/2561399...

#Somerset #Devon
November 13, 2025 at 10:35 AM