It was a pleasure to welcome the talented young cadets and leaders from 216 (Redditch) Squadron RAFAC to Parliament!

Great news for disabled people in Redditch and the Villages! Right now, on weekdays disabled bus passes only work between 9:30am and 11pm. From April 2027, this Government is ending that.

All through August, children aged 5–15 can travel for FREE on local buses across England as part of the Great British Summer Savings scheme. With the cost of living still putting pressure on family budgets, this is a welcome boost, helping families get out and about for less.

High streets have watched vape shops, adult gaming centres and rogue businesses replace the services communities rely on. New planning rules mean vape shops and gaming venues will need planning permission before opening, giving councils powers to block them near schools.

Mental health care shouldn’t be a postcode lottery or force people to wait months only to end up in A&E at crisis point.

I'll be holding constituency advice surgeries across Redditch and the Villages this month. These are a chance to meet face-to-face and discuss any issue you need support with: whether it's housing, healthcare, education, local services or a community concern. No issue is too big or small.

Delighted to officially open Osprey's new £1M ultra-rapid EV charging hub at Twyford Services in Evesham. This 16-bay facility turns a former cold spot on key routes (A46/A44) into one of our region's largest public hubs, adding up to 100 miles of range in just 15 minutes.

I recently visited CEVA Logistics on Park Farm Industrial Estate with the UK Warehousing Association to tour their healthcare supply chain operations. Seeing firsthand how critical medical supplies are managed shows just how vital Redditch is to national industry.

To mark National Employability Day, I visited Seetec in Redditch to see how their tailored support programs are helping local residents overcome barriers and get back into work.

Great to visit Jaguar Land Rover’s Solihull plant to see advanced British manufacturing in action. JLR is one of our great manufacturing success stories and I’m proud that so many people from Redditch and the Villages play a part in that every day.

Great to visit McDonald's Oakenshaw this week to meet franchisee Robert Holdcroft and his team! I went behind the scenes and even spent time working the drive-through during a busy service to see how modern tech is making operations smoother for staff.

My statement on the decision of the government to implement the cross-party proposal for North and South Worcestershire Unitary authorities supported by Redditch Borough Council, Bromsgrove District Council, Malvern Hills Council, Wychavon District Council, and Worcester City Council.

Today’s the day, Redditch! RecruitFest is LIVE at The Canopies until 2pm. I’m proud to launch this with Redditch Jobcentre; connecting local people with local jobs, apprenticeships and training in a festival atmosphere, not a room full of tables.

Tomorrow’s the day! RecruitFest launches at The Canopies, Redditch, 10am–2pm. A fresh, festival-style employment event replacing traditional job fairs. Whether you’re work-ready, a student, a school leaver or just exploring options, come down for live vacancies, apprenticeships and training.

RecruitFest is coming to Redditch! In just two days, I’m partnering with Redditch Jobcentre to launch a festival-style employment event at The Canopies, Friday 10 July, 10am–2pm. Looking for work, an apprenticeship or training? Come chat directly with local employers.

RecruitFest is coming to The Canopies in Redditch town centre this Friday, 10 July (10am–2pm). I’m partnering with Redditch Jobcentre to launch this fresh, festival-style employment event.

Today I delivered our petition to 10 Downing Street, signed by more than 3,000 residents of Redditch and the Villages. It calls on the Prime Minister to honour Jordan and Cian Adams through the national honours system.

An incredible 1,100 people have signed our letter to Downing Street honouring Redditch’s FTD brothers for their dementia research fundraising. With 48 hours left before Thursday’s handover, please add your name.

Jordan and Cian Adams are the pride of Redditch, and that is why they are being honoured with Freedom of the Borough. But we should go further. Will you sign the letter and call for Jordan and Cian's incredible work to be recognised at the highest level? www.chrisbloore.co.uk/ftdbrothers

Ten years ago today, on 16th June 2016, we lost Jo Cox MP. A remarkable mother, public servant, campaigner and friend. Her words remain powerful: “We are far more united and have far more in common than that which divides us.” Today, we remember her legacy🌹

Measles cases are now rising across Worcestershire. Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that can lead to severe complications, especially in young children and those with weakened immune systems.

From 25 June to 1 September, VAT on children’s meals, cinema tickets and attractions like zoos and theme parks will be cut from 20% to 5%. The Great British Summer Savings scheme will make days out more affordable while supporting local businesses. Let’s make this summer special for everyone.

After lobbying the Chancellor, I welcome this vital support for Redditch & the Villages as global conflict drives up fuel costs. The 5p fuel duty cut is extended, saving drivers £120. Hauliers get a 12-month road tax holiday and red diesel is slashed to its lowest rate in 20 years.

Cybersecurity isn’t just about tech, it’s about protecting Redditch jobs. The JLR attack proved that when big firms are hit, our local workshops and supply chains pay the price. I’ve secured a commitment for parliamentary scrutiny of the Government’s new Cyber-Resilience Index.

This Mental Health Awareness Week awareness isn’t enough, we need action. I’m fighting to tackle the root causes: poverty, poor housing and unsafe online spaces for our children.

Today is International Nurses Day. Nurses are the backbone of our NHS, delivering world-class care with skill and compassion every day but gratitude must mean more than words. Fair pay, safe staffing and real support are essential.

🚧Emergency works on Marsden Road🚧 Emergency works are being carried out by Severn Trent on Marsden Road to identify and fix a leak. This work was unplanned and we were alerted by residents about significant disruption to Marsden Road and the surrounding streets.

From housing disputes to unfair benefit stops, my team and I are delivering real results for Redditch & the Villages. We’ve secured £800 in child maintenance arrears, overturned DWP decisions after a medical emergency and resolved complex utility disputes.

Fantastic news for Redditch: £1.17m is coming to Heart of Worcestershire College, with a major share for our campus. This investment will upgrade digital connectivity and accelerate our transition to a net-zero, sustainable site.

Unpaid carers are the backbone of Redditch, balancing work, family and caring for loved ones. I visited Carers Careline to see their vital work, from financial advice to emotional support. Erica and the team are a lifeline.