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On Friday 24 May 2013, Valerie visited the Shree Ram Mandir Hindu temple on Ford Street to take part in the Shiv Ling Pran Pratistha Mahotsov celebrations. This marked the installation of a new Shiva Ling, a representation of the deity Lord Shiva. As part of the celebrations, the congregation processed along Ford Street and Wednesbury Road and returned to the Temple.

Valerie is calling on Walsall MBC to listen to the views of residents on the future of Walsall Gala Baths.

On Tuesday 30 April 2013, pupils from Whitehall Junior Community School visited the Houses of Parliament. As part of this educational visit, the students had a chance to ask Valerie some questions about Parliament and her role as their MP.

On Sunday 28 April Valerie attended Walsall Football Club end of season awards. This marked the end of a successful season and the 125th in the Saddlers history.

On the morning of Sunday 14 April 2013, Valerie attended the Bescot Crescent Vaisakhi celebrations where she helped serve free refreshments for those taking part.