Wed, 11 Jun 2025

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 NHS and education among local spending priorities

People in Cornwall and Devon are looking to see more funding for the NHS and education.
Residents in Cornwall and Devon are calling for increased funding for key public services, including the NHS and education. Many expressed concerns over the winter fuel payment U-turn, wondering where the extra money would come from. A majority of those interviewed by the BBC urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves to provide more funding for the NHS, with some emphasizing the need for targeted welfare spending and mental health support. Some residents also highlighted the importance of investing in infrastructure, particularly the roads in Cornwall. Others stressed the need for increased defense spending, citing the region's significant naval presence. However, opinions were divided on the winter fuel payment U-turn, with some expressing relief that it was reinstated while others questioned its effectiveness and suggested alternative uses for the funds. A few residents expressed concerns about the impact of government policies on local businesses and communities, particularly in relation to business rates relief.
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