Streetly Library

Streetly Library

Dropped in to Friends of Streetly Library this morning and it was lovely to catch up with Cllr Keir Pedley, Jo and Alan, the Friends of Streetly team, and the library staff. Good chat with lots of local residents at the Friday Reading Group – everything from...
Earth Hour

Earth Hour

On Saturday 23rd March at 8:30pm, the world will unite in support of people and the planet. Iconic landmarks such as The London Eye and Buckingham Palace will be turning off their lights in a show of solidarity.   Earth Hour is a time to switch off from distractions...
HRH the Princess of Wales

HRH the Princess of Wales

Sending HRH the Princess of Wales all the very best wishes for a speedy and full recovery.   It was deeply touching to listen to her personal, yet dignified, message today.   My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family at this time. 
Cooper and Jordan visit Parliament

Cooper and Jordan visit Parliament

I was put through my paces last week, when Cooper and Jordan visited Parliament!  As part of their visit, I was invited to join them for a Q&A and answer all their questions ranging from if I have introduced any laws or Private Members’ Bills, to what an ordinary...
Ibstock Atlas – Aldridge

Ibstock Atlas – Aldridge

During National Apprenticeship Week, it was a pleasure to be back at the Ibstock Atlas site in Aldridge alongside our West Midlands Mayor Andy Street.  Ibstock are a significant local employer in my Aldridge-Brownhills constituency – with a pioneering ‘pathfinder’...
We Are Walsall Bus 2040 – Aldridge Village

We Are Walsall Bus 2040 – Aldridge Village

It was great to visit the We Are Walsall Bus 2040 in Aldridge Village last weekend. #WAW2040  This initiative from Walsall Council is another way for residents to share important information with Council officers and give their feedback on shaping the vision for our...