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Tuesday, Apr 16

10

Rachel backs tough crackdown on retail crime

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Rachel has backed a new package of measures to tackle prolific shop theft and criminals who attack retail workers.

Monday, Apr 15

19

Nominate an inspiring local woman to attend No.10 International Women's Day event

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To mark International Women's Day, an Inspiring Women event will be taking place at No.10 Downing Street on Tuesday, April 23rd.

18

Rachels talks to LBC about the Cass Review findings

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On Saturday (April 13th), Rachel spoke to Matthew Wright on LBC about the findings from the Cass Review into NHS gender identity services.

Friday, Apr 12

10

Rachel welcomes progress in development of Redditch Community Hub

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Rachel has praised the progress made in developing a brand-new Community Hub in Redditch.

Wednesday, Apr 10

18

Rachel marks 60th anniversary of Redditch’s New Town status

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“On this day in 1964, the then Conservative government designated Redditch as a New Town.

12

Rachel: ‘I’m making progress’ on 2024 priorities

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Rachel is making progress in delivering on her 2024 priorities.

Rachel visits Redditch anti-knife crime campaigner’s new youth community centre

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Rachel has praised the ‘inspiring and lifesaving’ work of a Redditch anti-knife crime campaigner ahead of the opening of his new youth community centre.

Friday, Apr 5

15

Prime Minister recognises Redditch brothers’ fundraising efforts with prestigious award

Two inspirational Redditch brothers have been presented with the Prime Minister’s Points of Light Award in recognition of the thousands of pounds they have raised for charity.

14

Rachel welcomes millions in Government funding since start of year

A total of £13.8 million in Government funding has been secured so far this year which will directly benefit Redditch and the Villages.

11

Rachel: We’re delivering on our plan to create a brighter future for Redditch and the Villages

Writing for this week's Redditch Standard (March 5th), Rachel said: "This month an exciting package of tax cuts, pay increases and cost of living support will come into effect that will benefit people across Redditch and the Villages.

Wednesday, Apr 3

18

Discussing Scotland's new hate crime laws on TalkTV

On Tuesday (April 2nd), Rachel spoke to TalkTV about Scotland's new hate crime laws.

Tuesday, Apr 2

13

Three Redditch schools to receive share of £450 million to improve buildings

Three schools in Redditch and the Villages are set to receive a share of £450 million to make improvements to buildings.

Wednesday, Mar 27

11

Rachel and campaigner meet with new Acute Trust boss to make case for Alex services return

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Rachel has once again joined forces with a Redditch health campaigner to make the case to local health bosses to return a maternity and children’s service to the Alexandra Hospital.

Tuesday, Mar 26

18

Rachel: We must liberate freeholders from the tyranny of the ground rent grazers

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Today (March 26th), Rachel questioned the Housing Minister on leasehold and freehold reform.

14

Rachel welcomes £8.2 million of Government funding to support children with SEND across Worcestershire

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Rachel has welcomed news that Worcestershire is set to benefit from £8.2 million to ensure children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and alternative provision (AP) receive an education that meets their needs in high…

Monday, Mar 25

20

How Redditch's mentor scheme is powering up the full potential of young people

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Rachel sat down with Simon Hyde, CEO of FAUN Zoeller UK, to talk about the success of the Power Up Mentor Scheme and how it is powering up the full potential of young people in Redditch.

19

Rachel visits Redditch nursery to discuss “transformational” childcare reforms

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Rachel has visited a nursery in Redditch to discuss the Government’s “transformational” childcare reforms.

12

Rachel welcomes Independent Football Regulator, putting fans’ voices front and centre

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“We’re putting fans first” Rachel has said as she welcomes the creation of an Independent Football Regulator following the introduction of the Football Governance Bill.

Friday, Mar 22

14

Rachel: "I’ll forever be proud of" securing the Garden Suite's return

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Writing for this week's Redditch Standard (March 22nd), Rachel said: “It’s been just over a year since the Garden Suite Chemotherapy Unit re-opened at the Alexandra Hospital.

Tuesday, Mar 19

17

Have Your Say: Monthly Question #5

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Every month I collect my constituents' views on one topical issue, and publishing the responses exclusively in my fortnightly newsletter.

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Rachel raises residents' broadband infrastructure concerns with Government Minister

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Rachel has urged the Government to do more to ensure broadband infrastructure is installed underground.

Monday, Mar 18

16

Increased police numbers in Redditch following successful campaign and survey by Rachel

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In response to concerns about crime rates in Redditch, and after Rachel conducted an extensive crime survey in the town, West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner, John Campion, has announced an increased police presence in Redditch.

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Work is good for our mental health - watch Rachel's GB News interview

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Rachel spoke to Martin Daubney on GB News on Friday (March 15th) about figures that show two thirds of incapacity benefit claims are for mental health.

Wednesday, Mar 13

11

Rachel welcomes further Government investment in the Abbey Stadium

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Rachel has welcomed a further £205,000 Government investment in swimming facilities at Redditch’s Abbey Stadium.

Monday, Mar 11

14

Watch Rachel's Budget speech in full

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Following the Budget last Wednesday (March 6th), Rachel spoke in the House of Commons and gave her response to the Government's Long-Term Plan for Growth.

13

Rachel raises residents’ concerns with local policing inspector

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Rachel has raised residents’ concerns with the local policing inspector.

Thursday, Mar 7

15

Multi million pound boost for Redditch in budget

The cultural sector in Redditch received a significant boost from the Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, with £5 million awarded in the budget to support arts and culture in the town.

Wednesday, Mar 6

12

Rachel welcomes reforms to estate management to tackle "fleecehold" abuses

'Fleecehold is not true home ownership' says Redditch MP Rachel Maclean. Rachel has been calling on the government to end this model, instead returning to the requirement for developers to hand over completed estates to the local authority…

Tuesday, Mar 5

14

Reaction to Dame Elish Angiolini's inquiry into the Met police

Dame Elish Angiolini’s meticulous report into the shocking murder of Sarah Everard was sickening and unsurprising in equal parts. Sarah’s tragic murder is gut-wrenching for all women who have ever felt scared walking home from a night out,…

Friday, Feb 9

13

Rachel welcomes 10,960 apprenticeship starts in Redditch and the Villages

Rachel has welcomed new figures showing 10,960 new apprenticeships have been created in Redditch and the Villages since 2010.