Rebecca Smith

South West Devon

Conservative

Overall, across health & social care this Parliament

Alive and kicking!

Ranks 97th of 1273 MPs and peers who have spoken on health or care this Parliament — top 8%. 49 contributions since 2024-09-10.

Record by topic

“…10 in Manchester. I want to hear his views on defence, welfare, taxation and special educational needs. Those are the things that I believe the House deserves to hear directly from the new Prime Minister before we return in September. Might the right hon.”
Business of the House · 2026-07-14 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…ysios and other allied health professionals in enabling people to prepare for and rehabilitate from things like cancer treatment and surgery even more vital. I commend the Rehab Legends campaign led by Kate Tantam, an inspirational constituent of mine who works as an intensive care sister at Derriford hospital.”
Allied Health Professionals · 2026-04-23 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…Ruth and Chris have a background in mental health services, so they are attuned to the way that trauma can shape a child’s life. They say: “Foster children have often endured things they never should.”
Foster Care: Recruitment and Retention · 2026-02-24 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…bases, but often there is already tension between the schools and the parents, who want better support through EHCPs, which they are having to wait for. What is the Secretary of State’s thinking on ensuring that the relationship between schools and parents remains strong, and that we do not inadvertently pit parents a…”
Schools White Paper: Every Child Achieving and Thriving · 2026-02-23 ·