James welcomed Mayor of the West Midlands Andy Street to Halesowen on Friday 1st April, as they visited Lutley Primary School to learn more about the Commonwealth Connections scheme that the school has been a part of.
Our local Councillors play an important role in civic life, and it was with much sadness that I heard the news the David Vickers had passed away last month after a battle with prostate cancer.
James held a follow-up discussion on climate change today with school children and representatives from local community groups, following the COP26 Summit that was hosted by the UK last year.
James was joined today by Belle Vale Councillor Simon Phipps and Halesowen North campaigner Mitchell Bolton, as they paid a visit to the offices of Simon Foster, West Midlands Police & Crime Commissioner (PCC), to hand in a petition against proposals to close Halesowen Police Station.
Having spent nearly 12 years as an MP for Halesowen & Rowley Regis, one of the main priorities that is often raised by local residents is that they want to feel safe in their homes and communities.
