Thank you to everyone who has got in touch regrading the private planning application to turn Hotel Rafiya into a 51 unit house of multiple occupancy. I have shared my objections as a local stakeholder, and you can too. I do not believe that this is a suitable site for such a rapid increase in residents, and without upgrading local provision and infrastructure, this would put an unnecessary straight on local services. I also have concerns about the quality of the proposed hou

I joined residents, veterans, schoolchildren and emergency service workers for Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day ceremonies in Redditch and Astwood Bank. I marched in Astwood Bank and laid wreaths in both communities, joining the silence at the eleventh hour to honour those who served and sacrificed. I praised the dedication of volunteers and the Royal British Legion for making the events possible. I highlighted the importance of young people’s involvement and the values o

I joined residents and local businesses in supporting a relief effort for St Elizabeth Parish, Jamaica, following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. Redditch, twinned with St Elizabeth since 2006, is rallying to collect essential supplies such as food, hygiene products and batteries. The appeal is led by Damian Simpson of D&D Roofing Supplies, with donations accepted until 15 November. I praised the community’s compassion and leadership, highlighting Redditch’s long