2016

On Wednesday 31 October 2016, I showed support for Labour’s #ProtectOurNurseries campaign to demand that the Chancellor delivers the funds to ensure childcare providers avoid closure, and are able to meet the demands of 30 hours free childcare per week.

I visited the Walsall African Caribbean Centre to celebrate Black History Month on Saturday 29 October 2016. I was accompanied by Cllr Eileen Russell, St Matthews. There were representatives of various organisations such as WHG and Age UK to provide information and support for members of the community.

On Thursday 27 October 2016, I responded to the Privileges Committee’s report on conduct of witnesses

On Thursday 27 October 2016, as Shadow Leader of the House, I started Business questions by calling for the Government to announce the forthcoming business.