Responding on behalf of HM Opposition during Business Questions on Thursday 5 November 2020, I raised the bypassing of normal Government procurement processes and looked ahead to Remembrance Sunday by paying tribute all those to who have given their lives in the line of duty. You can read my full speech below: 

Following a successful small grant application to Walsall Green Spaces in July 2020 by Bob Winkle Chair of The Friends of Merrion’s Wood, a grant of £100 was given by  Christine McCreery from Walsall Green Spaces. 

On Monday 2 November 2020, I responded to a short business statement following the Prime Minister's announcement of further lockdown restrictions. You can read my full speech below: 

I visited the DWP Jobcentre in Walsall on Friday 23 October 2020, where I met with staff to discuss the issues my constituents have faced and what the DWP are doing to help. We spoke about the new Kickstart Scheme, which provides funding to employers to create job placements for 16 to 24 year olds

Responding to the Business Statement on Thursday 22 October 2020, I called for fair and consistent economic support for areas affected by the coronavirus lockdown. You can read my full speech below: 

On Wednesday 21 October 2020, HM Opposition held the second of its two Opposition Day Debates, on Covid-19 and the economy.

On Wednesday 21 October 2020, HM Opposition held the first of two Opposition Day Debates, on the provision of free school meals over the holidays.

The Book Trust held its fifth annual Time to Read campaign from 19-25 October 2020, aiming to get children and families reading together.