County Councillor’s position on the proposed battery storage facility near Feckenham

Earlier this year, as one of your two County Councillors for Redditch South, I attended the presentation at Feckenham Parish Council regarding the proposed BESS site, along with my WCC colleague, Cllr Warhurst, and RBC colleagues. I left the meeting with concerns about fire safety, potential noise and of course the disruption that would be …

Casework Update August 2023

In the spirit of transparency, and reporting back to you the voters, I want to provide a quick insight into several key casework matters that have occupied my recent focus as one of your local Redditch South County Councillors. 1. Illumination Adjustments: Several gardens in the Division had been unintentionally awash with light, akin to …

Area Chairmanship and Candidate Status

Following my recent appointment as the Area Chairman for Warwickshire and Worcestershire Conservatives, I have made the practical decision to step down from my position on the party’s approved list of Parliamentary candidates. This role as Area Chairman is of significant importance within the voluntary party structure, overseeing twelve constituency associations. I take this responsibility …

Worcestershire will not roll out the controversial type of modern LTNs seen at the heart of community tensions elsewhere

Pleased to see Rishi Sunak’s government is looking again at LTNs, following on from the leadership of us here in Worcestershire. I spoke at the last Full Council meeting and ruled out the rollout of LTNs as part of our policy approach. Rishi must have been taking notes! We here in Worcestershire believe in what …

An update for residents of Wordsworth Avenue regarding flooding and resurfacing

I have been engaged by residents of Wordsworth Avenue in Headless Cross regarding flooding issues as a result of rainfall. The summary of the issue is that water is running off Mason Road into Wordsworth Avenue, quickly overwhelming the drainage system and resulting in flooding of residential properties. Resurfacing works are also due to take …

A casework issue about a Blue Badge has got me thinking…

A resident got in touch about a Blue Badge and whether or not they could have a temporary one whilst they wait for the permanent one to be issued. It’s a good idea, but unfortunately Department for Transport guidance and rules does not appear to allow for this, meaning that any temporary Blue Badge would …

Comment on Diamond Buses Fare Increases from end of May 2023

As the Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, I understand the concerns surrounding the upcoming fare increase on Diamond Buses in Worcestershire. It is disheartening to witness these adjustments, but it is crucial to recognise that they stem from the escalating operational costs faced by the company. Nonetheless, I want to assure you that we …