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School Uniform Support
Over the summer holidays, Forest of Dean Salvation Army has opened a free school uniform pop-up shop—making sure every child can start...

Matt Bishop MP
Aug 22, 2025


VJ DAY 80th ANNIVERSARY
On 15th August 1945, Victory over Japan Day marked the end of the Second World War. Today, 80 years on, we remember the sacrifices made...

Matt Bishop MP
Aug 15, 2025


Results Day: A-Level, AS & T-Levels
Well done to everyone in the Forest of Dean collecting their A-Level, AS & T-Level results today. A huge congratulations! You have worked...

Matt Bishop MP
Aug 14, 2025


Emergency Services Day
A big thank you to everyone who made the Emergency Services Showcase event in Coleford such a great event! It was great for some of my...

Matt Bishop MP
Aug 13, 2025


Coffee in Coleford
Over recess, I’ve been making an effort to get out more, and recently I grabbed a coffee with my fantastic team at Scoffs in Coleford. It’s a brilliant local spot with a warm welcome and great coffee!

Matt Bishop MP
Aug 13, 2025


Gloucestershire Young Carers
This week I had the chance to meet with Gloucestershire Young Carers — an inspiring group of children and young people who take on...

Matt Bishop MP
Aug 7, 2025


Meeting Ian Broady at Spiral Tree – Supporting Children and Families through Play Therapy
I recently met Ian Broady at Spiral Tree in the Forest of Dean. Ian has worked with children and families for over 25 years and has been...

Matt Bishop MP
Aug 5, 2025


Join me for a SEND Roundtable – Wednesday 20th August, 17:30–19:00
If you’re a parent or carer of a child or young person with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND), you know how complex and...

Matt Bishop MP
Aug 5, 2025


Great Western Air Ambulance Charity
Proud to serve the Forest of Dean, Great Western Air Ambulance is your trusted local lifeline in emergencies. Earlier this week, I spent...

Matt Bishop MP
Jul 31, 2025


Support for Great Oaks
Fantastic news for Great Oaks Hospice and End-of-Life Care in the Forest of Dean! Labour's £75 million funding boost for hospices—the...

Matt Bishop MP
Jul 30, 2025


Connect to Work Programme
Gloucestershire will receive up to £11.1 million over five years to provide tailored employment support for disabled people. Part of the...

Matt Bishop MP
Jul 23, 2025


SEND Roundtable Discussion
This morning, I was joined by nearly 40 SENCos and school representatives for a SEND roundtable discussion. I am grateful for the...

Matt Bishop MP
Jul 16, 2025


Great Oaks Hospice
I recently visited Great Oaks Hospice and had the opportunity to tour the site with Chief Executive Officer Joe. Over the past 20 years,...

Matt Bishop MP
Jul 16, 2025


One Year In Office: A Year of Progress for the Forest of Dean
It’s hard to believe, but today marks ONE YEAR since I was elected as your Member of Parliament for the Forest of Dean. While much of...

Matt Bishop MP
Jul 7, 2025


Standing with Our Armed Forces in Cinderford
It was a real privilege to be part of Armed Forces Community Day in Cinderford on Sunday, organised by the brilliant team at the Royal British Legion Cinderford Branch.

Matt Bishop MP
Jun 30, 2025


Richard's Story: Glioblastoma
Yesterday, I spent some time with Richard and his wife, Helen. Many of you will have heard my question in Parliament highlighting...

Matt Bishop MP
Jun 27, 2025


Visiting Cinderford Town AFC
Today I visited Cinderford Town AFC and saw the integral work they’re doing to support grassroots football in the Forest of Dean. Thank...

Matt Bishop MP
Jun 27, 2025


SPENDING REVIEW 2025
This week, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced Labour’s first Spending Review—a turning point after years of Conservative underinvestment....

Matt Bishop MP
Jun 18, 2025


NHS Dental care in the Forest of Dean
I know that accessing an NHS dentist is an issue that many of us have faced, and during my time as your MP, I have heard the difficulties...

Matt Bishop MP
Jun 18, 2025
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