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Wednesday, May 22

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Enjoy the Splashpads from this weekend

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It might be miserable today but the weather is looking good for the weekend - just in time for the Splashpads to open!

Tuesday, May 21

A huge well done to the outgoing Mayor of Walsall, Cllr Chris Towe

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A huge well done to the outgoing Mayor of Walsall, Cllr Chris Towe - Chris attended over 300 engagements as mayor and raised nearly £30,000 for his chosen charities Well Wishers, Acorns Children's Hospice, Walsall Community Network and…

International Tea Day

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It's International Tea Day! - How do you have your cuppa?

Friday, May 17

Keir's First Steps

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Keir Starmer's first step will be to plunge the economy into a £38.5bn black hole which we will all pay for in tax rises.

Thursday, May 16

Get moving for Mental Health Awareness Week!

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For me, running is a great way for me to not only look after my physical health but also my mental health. This week, think about finding #MomentsForMovement in your daily routine. That might be going for a walk, putting on your favourite…

Wednesday, May 15

As a parent, would you support a ban on smartphones for children?

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97% of 12-year-olds in Britain have a smartphone and parents have been put in an impossible position.

Tuesday, May 14

NEW FREE SCHOOL FOR SEND CHILDREN IN WALSALL

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I was delighted to receive a letter from Minister for Schools, Baroness Barran, sharing that Walsall has successfully bid for a new free school for children with special educational needs. The school will provide over 300 full-time places…

Monday, May 13

UK economy 'going gangbusters' after coming out of recession with fastest growth in two years

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The economy has turned a corner - in the words of the independent Office for National Statistics yesterday, it's "going gangbusters!"

Eddie meets the Hardest Geezer

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Russ Cook also known as the Hardest Geezer, became the first person to run the length of Africa earlier this year - that’s the equivalent of 360 marathons!

Friday, May 10

Welcoming Lynne and Eleanor from Millfields Nursery in Bloxwich to 10 Downing Street

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I was delighted to welcome Lynne and Eleanor from Millfields Nursery in Bloxwich to 10 Downing Street last week.

Wednesday, Apr 24

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We are increasing defence spending

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BREAKING: We are increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP, rising by £75bn over the next 6 years.

Rwanda Bill Passed by Parliament

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In the early hours of this morning, we passed the Safety of Rwanda Bill after months of delay from Labour and their members in the House of Lords.

Happy St George's Day!

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I’m proudly flying the flag in Westminster today on behalf of everyone across Bloxwich, Willenhall and Walsall North.

Sunday, Apr 21

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WE DID IT!

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Completing the London Marathon for the first time with my daughter, Corrine, made it all the more special. The atmosphere was amazing and the cheers from the crowd really kept us going

London Marathon today!

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Good morning; What are your plans for today?

Saturday, Apr 20

St.George’s Day is an important part of our national identity

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This is absolutely ridiculous; Yet another example of academics trying to erase our country’s traditions

I am incredibly grateful to Sports Massage Therapist, Eshana, from Willenhall

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I am incredibly grateful to Sports Massage Therapist, Eshana, from Willenhall for the work she has done to try and get me fit for the London Marathon tomorrow.

Thursday, Apr 18

Use your postal vote today to vote Conservative

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We've got some fantastic community-minded councillors and candidates across Bloxwich, Willenhall and Walsall North who are working hard all year round to make our area a better place to live and work.

Wednesday, Apr 17

The big day is nearly here...

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Today I went with my daughter, Corrine, to collect our run numbers for the London Marathon on Sunday.

Mayor of Walsall’s all stars charity match

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On Sunday 12 May, Walsall’s Mayor will be holding a special charity fundraiser at Walsall FC to raise money for Well Wishers, Acorns Children's Hospice and Walsall Community Network.

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Transgender athletes should not be allowed to compete against women

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I don't think transgender athletes should be allowed to compete against women.

Monday, Apr 15

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REMINDER - you will need to show photo ID when voting at a polling station

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For local, mayoral and PCC Elections on 2nd May this year you will need to show photo ID when voting at a polling station

Would a Labour Government give the EU some control over UK immigration policy?

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Would a Labour Government give the EU some control over UK immigration policy?

Saturday, Apr 13

Out with Sir Jacob Rees Mogg on the Turnberry Estate

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Fantastic to be out this morning with my colleague and friend Sir Jacob Rees Mogg on the Turnberry Estate.

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Suspect in Bloxwich stabbing has been found and arrested.

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Following uncertainty around the incident in Bloxwich last night: Police have confirmed that a person was stabbed at a pub in Bloxwich. A suspect has been found and arrested.

Friday, Apr 12

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Prime Minister launches retail crime crackdown

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I know that people across Bloxwich, Willenhall and Walsall North are concerned about crime - particularly regarding theft and disruption along our high streets and in retail shops.

Fairy Good Cakes is on Field Close right now!

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If you live in Bloxwich or Leamore - head down a pick up a cake for a Friday night treat. It’s well worth it!

Wednesday, Apr 10

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First banknotes with the King’s image to go into circulation on 5th June

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The first banknotes with the King’s image will be going into circulation on 5th June.

Have you applied for a postal vote yet?

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There’s still time! If you're at work, on holiday or would rather vote from home for whatever reason, then you can sign up for a postal vote in less than two minutes

This Thursday, drop-in and meet health professionals to spots signs of cancer and other health conditions

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There will be another opportunity to drop-in and meet with health professionals to help spots signs of cancer and other health conditions.