2020
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Network Rail abandon proposed plan for Bescot Sleeper Factory
- 17/06/2020
- Posted by: Valerie Vaz MP
- Category: Local News, News
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From the outset I have opposed Network Rail’s proposal to build a sleeper factory on the Bescot Site in Sandwell. After over 2 years of campaigning, I am pleased that Network Rail have finally seen sense and abandoned their application.
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Opposition Day Debate on Free School Meals (Holidays Without Hunger Campaign)
- 16/06/2020
- Posted by: Valerie Vaz MP
- Category: News
On Tuesday 16 June 2020 our Opposition Day Debate was held on free school meals. We called on the Government to continue funding the Free School Meal provision throughout the upcoming summer holidays so that children can have a #HolidayWithoutHunger.
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Valerie delighted by decision to abandon sleeper factory at Bescot
- 16/06/2020
- Posted by: Valerie Vaz MP
- Category: Local News, News, Press Releases
Rt Hon Valerie Vaz MP has opposed Network Rail’s plans for a concrete sleeper facility the Bescot Railway Sidings from the outset
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Valerie responds to Business Statement
- 11/06/2020
- Posted by: Valerie Vaz MP
- Category: News
I responded to the Business Statement on Thursday 11 June 2020 and urged the Government to take action to end racial inequality. You can read my full speech below:
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Valerie signs Early Day Motion on Legal Aid and Advice
- 08/06/2020
- Posted by: Valerie Vaz MP
- Category: News
I have signed Early Day Motion (EDM) #559 on Legal Aid and Advice. The Motion stated that the Civil Legal Aid (Remuneration) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2020 should be annulled.