I backed Kingfisher Dental Practice’s expansion plans and called for urgent NHS contract reform. During a visit to Headless Cross surgery on Evesham Road, I met Practice Manager Claire Morley and staff to discuss opening a second Redditch site. The practice wants to take on new NHS patients but faces severe barriers. I pledged to raise concerns with Ministers. Kingfisher Dental wants to deliver more, but the current contract model is failing. I will take their insights to Wes

I welcomed the Government’s historic defence spending increase, highlighting Redditch manufacturers’ role in national security supply chains. During Commons questions, I noted the biggest sustained rise since the Cold War provides an economic boost to regional hubs like the West Midlands. Secretary of State Jo Stevens called it a defence and Union dividend. I pledged to engage with Worcestershire engineering firms to secure high-skilled jobs. Businesses in Redditch are proud

I paid tribute in Parliament to bystanders who intervened during a North Belfast knife attack. During an Urgent Question in the Commons, I praised local residents who restrained the assailant until police arrived. As Northern Ireland Affairs Committee member, I commended the community spirit, sought PSNI resource assurances for a swift investigation and called for formal recognition. What we witnessed was the worst of humanity but we also saw the best. Those who stood their g