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22 May 2026Social CarecelebratoryI'm pleased to support the Foster Care Fortnight campaign, raising awareness of the every day realities of fostering. We urgently need 6,000 more foster carers across the UK to support children and young people to thrive. Find out more: www.thefosteringnetwork.org.uk/for-carers/b...
22 May 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryChorlton Pride is back with a fundraising event next Friday 29th May at The Beagle. Join chorlton pride for a game night with great prizes up for grabs, a raffle and a pride themed menu. See more details and book your tickets here: www.designmynight.com/manchester/r...
21 May 2026MP & ParliamentcelebratoryBuilding on the foundations this Labour government has already made, we will build a stronger and fairer country that spreads opportunity for all. That is what last week's King’s Speech, and this Labour government’s second Parliamentary session, will deliver: jeffsmithmp.com/2026/05/21/t...
19 May 2026MP & ParliamentcelebratoryHere are some of the new laws that have been passed in Labour's first parliamentary session in a nutshell. Labour is on your side 🌹
19 May 2026EducationcelebratoryAn interesting time to visit to Withington Girls School on Friday for a Q and A. Always great to see young people so engaged with the big issues facing their future and what's going on in Parliament. Thanks for having me.
15 May 2026Crime & PolicingmeasuredGreater Manchester Police will be holding another one of their regular Partners and Communities Together (PACT) meetings, on Tuesday 19th May, 6-8pm at Withington Methodist Church. This is a great opportunity to speak to the local team about any crime and policing concerns you may have.
14 May 2026Health & NHSmeasuredAs part of Mental Health Awareness Week 2026, take a look at Mental Health Foundation’s top 10 actions to support good mental health.
14 May 2026Local GovernmentcelebratoryManchester Labour is improving every neighbourhood and high street across the city, with investment and work underway in places like Withington. Read more here: www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater...
12 May 2026Health & NHSempatheticIt’s Mental Health Awareness Week. If you, or someone you know is struggling with mental health, support is available across Manchester. You can find information about support available here: jeffsmithmp.com/2026/05/12/m...
11 May 2026Health & NHSmeasuredIt’s Mental Health Awareness Week. The theme for this week is action and a reminder to start with small steps and build from there.
11 May 2026Health & NHScelebratoryThis is Prestur, an Icelandic horse! I met him in Parliament, showcasing the intuitive support these lovely animals can offer to neurodivergent children and adults. He supports people to navigate stress, and build confidence and resilience.
8 May 2026Culture & CommunitymeasuredGirls still face too many barriers to taking part in sport. The Football Associations Breaking Barriers campaign has free resources for schools to support girls participate in football. Please share with local schools: www.girlsfootballinschools.org/made-for-thi...
6 May 2026MP & ParliamentmeasuredTomorrow is polling day 🗳️ Make sure to bring an accepted form of photo ID to the polling station with you 🪪 The list of accepted forms of ID is here: www.electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-e... You can find your polling station here: wheredoivote.co.uk Vote Labour 🌹
6 May 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryAlong with MP colleagues I visited the BBC’s studios at MediaCityUK. Interesting to go behind the scenes, chat with BBC staff, tour the studios and discuss the importance of public service broadcasting. And got to sit in the MOTD pundits chair.
5 May 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryLadybarn Curry Night is back for the final time this year 🍛 Free food, meet your neighbours & get housing advice on deposits, tenancies & the Give It Don’t Bin It campaign. Wed 6 May, 5-7pm Ladybarn Community Hub Open to students & local residents - register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ladybarn-n...
5 May 2026Culture & CommunitymeasuredWork in culture, media or sport? The Culture Media and Sport Committee’s ‘State of Play’ inquiry is back and open for submissions — giving you the chance to highlight barriers or missed opportunities for growth. Submit by 19th May: committees.parliament.uk/work/8784/st...
1 May 2026Housing & PlanningcelebratoryRenting in England is changing from today, 1st May 🏡 Our Renters’ Rights Act will: ✔️End “no-fault” evictions ✔️Give more secure tenancies ✔️Tackle unfair rent hikes ✔️ Ban discrimination (kids/benefits) ✔️Improve housing standards See what Martin Lewis says here; www.moneysavingexpert.com/latesttip/
30 Apr 2026Local GovernmentcelebratoryManchester Labour has made 100 commitments to voters at this year’s local elections. A list of our 100 commitments can be found here- mcrlabour.com/100-ways Vote Labour on the 7th May to support your hard working local Councillors, and ensure Manchester Labour can continue to deliver for our city 🌹
30 Apr 2026TransportmeasuredI met with Northern Rail CEO, Tricia, at the TRU drop-in in Parliament to hear how the Transpennine Route Upgrade will improve connections across the North - supporting jobs, growth, and regeneration along the route. #LevellingUp #TranspennineRouteUpgrade #Northern #Transport
29 Apr 2026Housing & PlanningcelebratoryThe Labour government have announced over £41m to support councils to prepare for the Renters’ Rights Act, including a further £560,000 for Manchester City Council: mhclgmedia.blog.gov.uk/2026/04/15/c...
29 Apr 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryAt the Youth Investment Fund reception in Parliament, I spoke to young people who have been using youth hubs and discussed how the fund will benefit Manchester Withington, including 2 new hubs for Old Moat and Chorlton
28 Apr 2026Health & NHScelebratoryI met with the 1001 Critical Days Foundation in Parliament to discuss their work funding charities and research into paternal health services and screen time. I support the foundation’s declaration that every baby should have the best start to life
28 Apr 2026Energy & Net ZerocelebratoryLabour is doubling down on our clean power mission, to drive further and faster towards cheap clean power that we control here in the UK. ✅More social housing upgrades ✅Making it easier to own EVs and install solar ✅GB Energy solar for schools ✅Speeding up grid connections
24 Apr 2026Culture & CommunitymeasuredWe need to tackle ticket touting and protect music and sport fans from exploitation. As co-chair of the All Party Group on Ticket Abuse, I welcomed the Minister Ian Murray, to our meeting to discuss the issue. I joined Virgin Media O2 outside Parliament this week calling for action.
24 Apr 2026Local GovernmentcelebratoryCllr Joanna Midgley is Labour candidate in Chorlton Park ward for the Council election on May 7th. Joanna lives in the ward and has a strong track record of delivering for residents in Chorlton Park as local councillor. Vote Joanna on May 7th 🌹 jeffsmithmp.com/cllr-joanna-...
24 Apr 2026Health & NHSmeasuredAs part of MS Awareness Week, I met with my constituent Kate, to hear about her experience living with MS. For more info and support on MS, visit: www.mssociety.org.uk
24 Apr 2026Crime & PolicingmeasuredJoin Greater Manchester Police neighbourhood team on Sunday 10am-12pm for free bike marking: Bring your bike along to: • Register it with tamper proof marking kit • Sign up to the national BikeRegister database More info here: www.beeintheloop.co.uk/Alerts/A/432...
24 Apr 2026Local GovernmentcelebratoryThe Labour candidate in Old Moat ward on May 7th is Cllr Suzannah Reeves. I’ve worked with Suzannah for many years, and know how hard she works on behalf of local residents and the ward I live in - Old Moat. I’m voting for Suzannah on May 7th 🌹 jeffsmithmp.com/cllr-suzanna...
23 Apr 2026Local GovernmentcelebratoryThe Labour candidate in the Didsbury East ward for the elections on May 7th is Cllr Andrew Simcock. I have known Andrew for thirty-five years. He is a well known champion for Didsbury and South Burnage. Please support Andrew on May 7th 🌹 jeffsmithmp.com/cllr-andrew-...
23 Apr 2026EducationcelebratoryAs part of Labour's £1.7 billion to upgrade and modernise our FE colleges by 2030, it’s great news that Manchester College has been allocated £3.4m to help fix and maintain its buildings.
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