Chloe SmithIn the Autumn, the Government took tough decisions to restore stability, grip inflation and reduce debt. Thanks to measures introduced, inflation has started to fall, and economy is bouncing back, with record numbers of employees on the payroll both locally and nationally. Today, the Chance...
Office of National Statistics data released yesterday indicates good news for the UK and Norwich. The latest figures show that the number of payroll employees rose by 98,000 in February 2023 to 30 million. The number of employees on payroll now stands at 1,040,000 above pre-pand...
As MP for Norwich North, one of my priorities has always been ensuring that people in Norwich have the jobs they need. That's why I welcome figures released today that show 30 million people are in work across the UK. This is nearly a 50 year employment high with another recorded fall in unemplo...
Today the government has announced plans to give workers the right to request flexible working, strengthening workers’ rights and boosting productivity. Studies have shown that flexible working creates a more diverse working environment, increases financial returns fo...
Rt Hon Chloe Smith, MP for Norwich North, has announced she will stand down at the next general election. Chloe has represented Norwich North since 2009, winning the marginal seat five times. In 2023 she will become the longest serving MP for either Norwich constituency ...
Yesterday, the government announced that over 7 million cost of living payments had been made to low-income families in one week, as the most vulnerable families continue to be protected during this difficult period. I understand that families are struggling with rising prices, fuelled by Putin&r...
I was delighted to visit Norse the International Norwich Aviation Academy last week as the Electric Propulsion Innovation Zone is launched. I have worked from the outset to establish the Academy and develop the aviation skills base, ensuring t...
Graduates applying to train as teachers in high priority subjects will see increases to tax-free cash bursaries and scholarships from next year under government plans to recruit and retain top talent. The government is investing in supporting aspiring teachers starting their training in...
Unemployment hit a multi-decade low in the three months to August, official data showed on Tuesday. The Office for National Statistics said unemployment stood at 3.5 per cent — 0.3 percentage points down on the quarter and the lowest since 1974. And we’re doing well in our area....
I wanted to update all constituents following the Government’s announcement of the Growth Plan last week. I understand that this is a very difficult time for many families and businesses in Norwich, and so I want to explain how the Chancellor’s plans will help. The Growth Pl...