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Press Releases
Keep updated with the latest news locally, media coverage and news from Parliament.
The Book Trust held its fifth annual Time to Read campaign from 19-25 October 2020, aiming to get children and families reading together.
During Business Questions on Thursday 15 October 2020, I criticised the Government's misuse of public money and called for the reinstatement of a hybrid Parliament and remote voting. You can read my full speech below:
On Monday 12 October 2020, the House of Commons voted on Lords amendments to the Agriculture Bill (2019-2021). This Bill provides the legislative framework for replacement agricultural support schemes when we leave the European Union.
I responded to a Business Statement following the Prime Minister's announcement of further lockdown measures on Monday 12 October 2020. You can read my full speech below:
I met with the Chairman of Walsall FC Leigh Pomlett and Chief Executive Office Stefan Gamble on Friday 2 October 2020 to discuss the financial situation of the Club.
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Covid Memorial Wall
20mph Speed Limits
RAF Centenary Flypast