An Easter Message

An Easter Message

Easter arrives with the coming of spring – a time of rebirth and renewal, and a chance for families and friends to come together, to share a meal, to be outdoors and to enjoy the first signs of spring after the long months of winter. It is the most important and...
A further Boost for Mental Health Funding!

A further Boost for Mental Health Funding!

Many of us will know someone affected by mental health and so I welcome the news that Government is raising mental health funding to record levels and allocating a further £2.3 billion of funding to boost mental health as part of the Long Term Plan for the NHS. This...
Celebrating our Pets!

Celebrating our Pets!

We are a Nation of animal lovers and April is “National Pet Month” – a time to celebrate the value of pet ownership. Every year National Pet Month brings together animal welfare charities, businesses and schools to promote good pet ownership. Pets are very rewarding...
Earth Day at Ryders Hayes School

Earth Day at Ryders Hayes School

It was a pleasure to join the pupils and staff at Ryders Hayes Primary School, along with Professor Gatrad of WASUP (Walsall Against Single Use Plastic), at their recent ‘Earth Day’ assembly. It was great to see the children learn more about the harmful effects of...