Staying Safe this Winter Monday, 5 January, 2026 As freezing temperatures hit the West Midlands, I’m urging everyone to keep a safe distance from icy lakes, ponds, rivers, canals and reservoirs. Surface ice can look deceptively solid, but it can give way without warning, plunging people or pets into freezing water and serious danger. I’m particularly concerned about children, who may be tempted to play near frozen water, and dog walkers, who may... Local News
Christmas Card Competition Winenr 15th December 2025 Last week, I had the pleasure of meeting the Speaker of the House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, for a special moment, the official photograph with the... Westminster News
We Must Support our Hospitality Sector 13th December 2025 Recently, I attended the UK Hospitality drop-in event in Parliament, a great opportunity to speak directly with those who keep our pubs, restaurants, cafés... Westminster News
PMQ Letter - Protect our Churches 12th December 2025 Yesterday, I took an important step to protect an essential part of our history and identity, our churches. I urged the Prime Minister to take immediate action... Westminster News
We Must Protect Our Churches 10th December 2025 Churches are custodians of our heritage and pillars of our communities. The government cut the vital Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme in January. As we... Westminster News
Prime Minister's Questions 10th December 2025 A busy day in Parliament ahead as I’m set to ask the Prime Minister a question during today’s PMQ’s. If you could ask the Prime Minister a question, what would... Westminster News
Solihull Road Bridge Reopens 9th December 2025 This afternoon I was informed by National Highways that the Solihull Road Bridge is set to finally re-open. I’m glad to see National Highways heard our concerns... Local News
Chelmsley Wood Culinary College Opening 7th December 2025 Today I had the absolute privilege of officially opening the Bluebell Wood Culinary College in Chelmsley Wood, a project that has been years in the making and... Local News
Small Business Saturday 6th December 2025 It was fantastic to spend the day visiting brilliant local businesses across Meriden and Solihull East for Small Business Saturday. From independent shops like... Local News
Balsall Common Christmas Lights Switch on 2nd December 2025 On Friday, I paid a visit to Tesco’s Winter Food Collection today, run in partnership with the Trussell Trust. I’m always touched to see how many volunteers... Local News