Filo Project Shows Sir Mel How Small Groups Make a Big Difference Monday, 26 January, 2026 In a quiet cottage in Sticklepath, something remarkable is happening. Laughter, conversation and connection are helping people with dementia rediscover moments of joy. Recently, the MP for Central Devon, Sir Mel Stride, stepped inside one of The Filo Project's warm, home-based setting to see first-hand how its small-group model is reshaping the future of compassionate care. Founded in 2014, The... Local News
Mel Stride highlights urgent need for adult literacy support 28th March 2025 A charity in Okehampton that helps adults overcome literacy challenges welcomed Central Devon MP, Mel Stride, for a visit to discuss the growing need for adult... Local News
Award-winning Dartmoor hotelier tells Central Devon MP about concerns for hospitality sector 21st March 2025 The owner of an award-winning hotel in Dartmoor has expressed his concerns for the hospitality sector following “Labour’s anti-business Budget” – which saw the... Local News
Brewing success: Mel Stride raises a cuppa to celebrate 10th Anniversary of Dartmoor Estate Tea 14th March 2025 Local success story Dartmoor Estate Tea spilled the tea on their remarkable 10-years with Central Devon MP, Mel Stride – who visited the business this week (14... Local News
Central Devon MP says “tax is crippling growth” after visiting award-winning local business 7th March 2025 MP for Central Devon, Mel Stride has said businesses are right to be concerned about the incoming ‘Jobs Tax’. The comments from the Shadow Chancellor come... Local News
Mel Stride supports men’s mental health in Okehampton 24th February 2025 In a continued effort to raise awareness around men’s mental health and provide support for those struggling with mental health issues, Central Devon MP, Mel... Local News
Local MP campaigns against farm tax at Westminster rally 11th February 2025 THE future of family farms was the focus of a major rally in Westminster on Monday, which saw farmer from across the country take to the streets of London in... Local News
Local MP visits thriving independent bookshop 10th February 2025 LOCAL MP, Mel Stride, dropped into The Bookery last week – Crediton’s independent, not for profit bookshop. The Bookery has been community-owned since 2013 and... Local News
Local MP takes part in railway heritage project 23rd January 2025 LOCAL MP, Mel Stride, sat down with Crediton-based Folklore Library & Archive this week to discuss his involvement in the reinstatement of the Dartmoor Line... Local News
Hatherleigh pupil wins Parliamentary art contest 23rd January 2025 Year 6 pupils at Hatherleigh Community Primary School were paid a visit by local MP, Mel Stride, last week following the announcement that one of their pupils... Local News
