Pantomime time at Aldridge Youth Theatre!

Pantomime time at Aldridge Youth Theatre!

Friday night was the opening night of the pantomime at Aldridge Youth Theatre. It was yet again an evening of fun and entertainment as we were treated to a production of Little Red Riding Hood (Aldridge Style!). Once again, we were superbly entertained with some good...

Cost of Living Payments – Spring 2023

Details for the next round of cost-of-living payments were announced by The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) last week, with low-income houses set to receive new Cost of Living Payments from Spring 2023. These payments, initially unveiled in the Chancellor’s...
The Adult Social Care Discharge Fund

The Adult Social Care Discharge Fund

We all know that our precious NHS is under enormous pressure due to Covid and the flu season and that the winter period poses additional challenges. I am pleased that the Health Secretary has used an additional £200 million to purchase extra beds in care homes and...
Get Around for £2

Get Around for £2

From the start of January 2023, 130 bus operators across the UK introduced a £2 fare cap on single tickets. The cap will remain in place until 31 March 2023. Passengers are being encouraged to Get Around for £2 by bus. The scheme will help families, commuters and...
Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year – it’s been lovely throughout the festive period to be out and about across my Aldridge-Brownhills constituency and join you at so many of your events. It’s back to Parliament today in which we have a packed week of business to ensure that we continue...