Chloe SmithLast week, MPs voted to extend the Coronavirus Act for another six months. Many constituents have contacted me about this vote, so I want to share with you the reason why I feel the measures in the Act are still needed. The Coronavirus Act is a vital piece of legislation in our national res...
I believe all patients should be able to see their GP in the way they want, no matter where they live, and GPs should not face barriers to doing their vital work. While it is encouraging to see that GP appointment levels are now close to pre-pandemic levels, I note that 57 per cent of a...
In England there is an extensive list of conditions which are exempt from prescription charges. There are also exemptions for people on certain benefits or through the NHS Low Income Scheme. Through this system of exemptions overall eighty nine percent of prescriptions are dispensed without charg...
A number of constituents have contacted me about donating vaccines and booster jabs, and so I wanted to post an update here. I would firstly like constituents to be assured that anyone accepting a booster jab, if they wish to do so, would not be having a jab at the direct expense of a vaccin...
A year in the company of breast cancer, a month for supporting others - Breast Cancer Awareness Month matters A year ago, I began on a journey of breast cancer. I found a lump in my breast and contacted my GP who, correctly, saw me quickly. I was fortunate throughout to have rapid care, starting ...
A few people have contacted me about vaccinating 12-15 year olds. I know this is complex and difficult topic, and one that the Government has put a lot of thought into. I am keen to hear a wide range of views from Norwich North and to ensure these are communicated to the Government. It is importa...
Recently, the Prime Minister set out a responsible, fair, and necessary plan to tackle the Covid-19 backlogs, reform adult social care, and bring the health and social care system closer together on a long term, sustainable footing. Currently, families in Norwich North live with the fear of...
A total of 127,531 COVID vaccine doses have been given in Norwich North, including 2,127 in the last week! Thanks to the success of the historic vaccination programme, the Government has been able to press ahead with the end of the roadmap and the easing of legal restrictions. But it...
Last month, following my roundtable discussion with schools in Norwich North, I wrote to the Secretary of State for Education regarding a number of issues, one of which was asking what the Government are doing to ensure mental health support for young people. I know how incredibly important it is...
In response to the unprecedented situation caused by Covid-19, I am pleased to see that the Government has adjusted the cap on medical and dentistry places, so that more students than ever will have the opportunity to study on these courses in 2021, and in the long term help boost our future NHS wor...