A Year On From the King's Coronation Wednesday, 8 May, 2024 It is a year since the Coronation. Shortly before the Coronation, the King and Queen held a reception in the historic Westminster Hall in the Palace of Westminster. It was an honour to meet the King and reminisce about the Commonwealth Games (where we last met) and he was also particularly keen to hear about what was going on in our constituencies. The King and Queen both appeared happy and... Local News
Check your charity before donating 2nd April 2020 I have been heartened and encouraged to witness the generous community spirit that people across Mid Worcestershire have demonstrated since this crisis started... Local News
How to volunteer or get help in Worcestershire 1st April 2020 For residents in Worcestershire, if you are vulnerable and/or need help OR you would like to volunteer to help, please register with #Here2Help - the website is... Local News
Voucher scheme for free school meals 31st March 2020 The national voucher scheme for free schools meals has been launched today. Children eligible for free school meals will benefit from a national voucher scheme... Local News
Changes in rules for annual leave 30th March 2020 Today we saw an update on workers' annual leave: Workers who have not taken all of their statutory annual leave entitlement due to COVID-19 will now be able to... Westminster News
Deliveries to most vulnerable 30th March 2020 This weekend we began delivering parcels to some of the 1.5 million people extremely vulnerable to Coronavirus. We promised that whilst you are at home, you... Local News
Prime Minister's letter to the country 30th March 2020 Over the weekend, we had a few announcements from the Government. First, please find below the Prime Minister's letter to the country. I am writing to you to... Local News
Help and support for self-employed 27th March 2020 Yesterday, Rishi Sunak announced a world-leading scheme to support the UK’s self-employed affected by the coronavirus outbreak. This includes: direct cash grant... Westminster News
More info on Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme 27th March 2020 I've had lots of emails from businesses about the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme - so I thought it would be useful to put the further guidance here. Please do... Local News
Safeguarding for volunteer groups 26th March 2020 The incredible news of nearly half a million volunteers signing up to NHS Volunteer Responders made welcome relief in the headlines this week. I appreciate a... Local News