Christmas is my favourite time of year. It’s always lovely to have the opportunity to spend some quality time with my wife and our community.

Julian Knight MP has welcomed the Government’s announcement of the largest increase in police funding since 2010.

A number of residents have been in touch with me expressing their concerns about the proposed new admissions policies for King Edward the Sixth Grammar Schools. I have written to the Chair of Governors and to Birmingham City Council Chief Executive outlining my objections.

Like many local residents, I am deeply concerned by the latest news about potential job reductions at Jaguar Land Rover.

Julian Knight MP has welcomed the news that ministers are offering local authorities a Christmas cash boost to support essential services.

Last week Julian Knight MP attended an event hosted by Dogs Trust at the House of Commons where the charity called on the government to take urgent action to end the cruel practice of puppy smuggling.

As many of you will know, we are currently in the middle of a hugely important debate in Parliament, where MPs are spending five days discussing the Government’s proposed Withdrawal Agreement.

Last week, I joined representatives from all around the world to take part in the first-ever International Committee (IGC) on Disinformation and ‘Fake News’.

The International Grand Committee on Disinformation and “Fake News” met this week, which saw representatives from across the world come together to sign the “International Principles for the Law Governing the Internet”.

Solihull is one of the few boroughs in the UK to enjoy a trade surplus with the European Union. Not only do we have Jaguar Land Rover, Birmingham Airport, and the NEC but also a wide range of manufacturers and service providers which rely on frictionless and tariff free trade with the EU.