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Wednesday, Apr 24

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Local MP Welcomes Tobacco and Vapes Bill

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On 16 April 2024, MPs voted on a landmark piece of legislation to protect future generations across the UK from the harmful effects of smoking.

Local MP Supports Defence Spending Increase

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Mel Stride, MP for Central Devon, has announced his support for the Government’s new defence spending commitment, which will increase the defence budget to 2.5 per cent of GDP in 2030.

Wednesday, Apr 17

Local MP Supports Action on Water Quality

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Mel Stride MP has welcomed the Environment Secretary’s announcement that up to £11 million in water company fines will be reinvested back into a new Water Restoration Fund (WRF).

Local MP Delighted at Garden Birdwatch Results

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Mel Stride, MP for Central Devon, was delighted to receive the news that his constituency recorded the fifth highest number of participants in the RSPB's 2024 Big Garden Birdwatch.

Friday, Apr 12

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Local MP positive on the future of Okehampton Hospital

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Following Local MP Mel Stride’s recent meeting with representatives from the NHS, Okehampton Town Council and NHS Property Services (NHSPS) regarding the disused ward at Okehampton Community Hospital, good progress continues to be made.

Thursday, Apr 11

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Local MP Welcomes State Pension Increase

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Mel Stride MP for Central Devon has welcomed the 8.5 per cent State Pension increase, which will put £900 more a year into the pockets of British pensioners.

Mel Stride MP Backs Blossom Watch Campaign

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This week marks National Trust’s fifth annual Blossom Watch Week, which celebrates the UK’s fantastic spring blossom season.

Wednesday, Apr 3

Mel Stride MP Meets NFU To Discuss Critical Issues

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Central Devon MP Mel Stride recently met with members of the National Farmers Union (NFU), where he answered questions on a wide range of farming and rural issues.

Thursday, Mar 28

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Mel Stride MP Fights for Dartmoor National Park Funding

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Central Devon MP Mel Stride recently met with the Secretary of State for Environment & Rural Affairs (DEFRA), alongside representatives from Dartmoor National Park Authority (DNP), to discuss its funding.

Mel Stride MP positive on the future of Okehampton Hospital

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Following local MP Mel Stride’s recent meeting with representatives from the NHS, Okehampton Town Council and NHS Property Services (NHSPS) regarding the disused ward at Okehampton Community Hospital, good progress continues to be made.

Tuesday, Mar 26

Local MP Visits ‘Booming’ Countryside Business

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Central Devon MP Mel Stride recently visited Ladds of Crediton, a country supplies store specialising in computer services and repairs, country clothing and air rifles.

Community Store Launches Funding Appeal

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Central Devon MP Mel Stride paid a special visit to The Burrow Community Store & Cafe in Exbourne this week.

Monday, Mar 25

MP Visits Local Bike Shop for Anniversary

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Central Devon MP Mel Stride paid a visit to BikeShed’s Crediton branch this week to meet with owner, Mike Sanders, in celebration of his 30th year in business.

Wednesday, Mar 20

Mel Stride MP Tries His Hand At ‘The Parliament Shed’

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UK Men’s Sheds Association (UKMSA) welcomed a visit from local MP and Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Mel Stride.

Friday, Mar 15

Mel Stride MP Champions Small Business During Visit to Devon Brewery

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Mel Stride, MP for Central Devon, visited Hanlons Brewery near Crediton this week to discuss Government support for small businesses in Devon.

Mel Stride MP Supports Unique Devon Arts and Crafts Charity

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Central Devon MP Mel Stride visited MAKE Southwest last week to find out more about the huge contribution this unique local craft education charity makes to the Bovey Tracey economy.

Mel Stride MP Supports English Tourism Week

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Central Devon MP Mel Stride has been out and about locally supporting English Tourism Week, which runs from 15-24 March this year.

Mel Stride MP holds key meeting at Okehampton Hospital

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Local MP Mel Stride held a meeting on Friday 23 February with representatives from the NHS, Okehampton Town Council and NHS Property Services (NHSPS) regarding the disused ward at Okehampton Community Hospital.

Monday, Mar 11

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Mel Stride MP Visits Highly Innovative Local Farmers

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Mel recently paid a visit to The Dartmoor Shepherd, a farm specialising in three traditional breeds of longwool sheep native to Devon.

Friday, Mar 1

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Investing In Local Policing

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I called in on the new police front desk in Okehampton, and was thrilled to see it up and running and providing help and support to people in the town and surrounding areas. The community here is growing, and it is crucial that our local…

Tuesday, Feb 20

Mel Stride welcomes new anti-fraud campaign

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Mel Stride welcomes a new government campaign aimed at cracking down on fraudand stoping people becoming victims of scammers.

Friday, Feb 16

Mel Stride backs Crediton school funding request

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Mel Stride met with the Chief Executive of the Ted Wragg Trust Moira Marder recently to discuss issues relating to the condition of some of Queen Elizabeth’s School buildings.

Monday, Feb 12

Disability Action Plan launched

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Mel Stride has launched a new Disability Action Plan as part of the government’s long-term plan to help disabled people including across Central Devon fulfil their potential and ensure nothing holds them back.

Monday, Feb 5

Mel Stride welcomes Pharmacy First launch in Central Devon

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Mel Stride has welcomed the launch of the Conservative Government’s Pharmacy First approach, helping patients across Central Devon to receive care more quickly through better use of our community pharmacies.

Monday, Jan 29

Mel supports local rugby club funding bid

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North Tawton Rugby Club recently had a special visitor drop in to discuss their application to the Community Ownership Fund, through which voluntary and community groups can bid for Government funding to acquire assets and run them for the…

Saturday, Jan 27

Mel Stride marks Holocaust Memorial Day

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Mel Stride marked Holocaust Memorial Day by signing the Holocaust Educational Trust’s Book of Commitment in the House of Commons.​

Monday, Jan 22

Mel visits booming local medical devices company

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Mel Stride paid a visit to booming local company CareFlex on Heathfield industrial estate near Bovey Tracey.

Friday, Jan 19

Mel visits local emergency support charity

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Mel Stride visited the Rapid Relief Team this week to hear about the work they are doing supporting charities and emergency services organisations across Devon.

Tuesday, Jan 16

Yeoford Primary School pupil wins Mel Stride Christmas card competition

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Yeoford Primary School pupil Ellis (6) received a prize from local MP Mel Stride this week for winning the competition to design his 2023 Christmas card.

Friday, Jan 5

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Police working very hard to tackle firearms licence backlog - local MP

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Central Devon MP and Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Mel Stride has received a briefing from Devon and Cornwall Police on their progress in tackling the backlog of firearms licence applications.