A PROFOUNDLY PERSONAL ONE. Next week would have been my beautiful Alexis, my beautiful smiley Godson's 10th Birthday. His amazing mum Xanthe has arranged this Mega Spin Challenge to raise funds for the wonderful Acorns Children's Hospice who took so good care of him (and us) So, I'm

An honour to attend the Kabaddi World Cup after we secured the competition under my Mayoralty. But being there I couldn’t help but remember Ian Brookfield and the work we did together. This event wouldn’t have happened without him - and it’s a fitting legacy for a true leader.

In 18 months Brum has gone from record investment to rubbish & rats. But we’re only down, not out. When the strikes end we’ll all need to come together to repair our city’s reputation once again, and now is the time to think what part we're all going to play in that fightback.

We caught up with Andy Street ‘WM needs an image rebuild’ See full here here westmidlands.news/andy-street-re…

If you didn't know already there's a great interactive exhibition on at New Street telling stories of the Commonwealth Games and its legacy. Expertly put together by United By 2022 using Games' underspend money we secured from Government, it's its last day today so don't miss out

Great to visit NatWest Group to meet Group CEO, Paul Thwaite, and see the trading floor. The UK’s strong financial services sector is a huge asset. As we embark on our Policy Renewal Programme, I want to hear from businesses about how we can drive growth and investment. And

Your next level of growth is one great feature away. Learn what journalists want & how to give it to them. No fluff. No guesswork. Just results #EVOLVE2025 #YouBelongHere Judith Jacob Jackie Groundsell Manjit Kaur Kang Dr Rosena Allin-Khan on BSky: DrRosena.BSky.Social Diva Got Soul / Angie D Dr Felicia Kwaku, OBE, RGN Book now at: nbwn.org/event-details/…

You don’t get anywhere being defined by others. So instead of chasing the right, the Conservatives should be championing economic & social liberalism to redefine the centre ground. I spoke to The New Statesman about the case for Moderate Conservatism 👇🏻 newstatesman.com/politics/uk-po…

Royal Mail presents a special edition of Valour and Victory Stamps & Collectibles, as a lasting tribute to courage and sacrifice marking the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII Link to order- shop.royalmail.com/special-stamp-…

Bhai Sahib Mohinder Singh Ji meet Pope Leo XIV. Nishkam Centre bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Brilliant to be back in Coventry to see the progress on the regeneration of City Centre South & the launch of Very Light Rail - projects we helped fund & worked closely with Coventry City Council to make happen. VLR is already proving so popular that all the test rides are fully booked 🚈

Mine and Akshata’s hearts go out to everyone who has lost loved ones or been hurt in the tragic events in Bengaluru. We celebrated with you yesterday and we mourn with you today.

Many of you have always wanted me locked-up for being a 'terrible Tory' - and now your wish has been granted 🔒 Fortunately it's only one night to support LoveBrumUK in raising money for the brilliant Cash for Kids charity. You can donate to them here👇🏻 cashforkidsgive.co.uk/donate/cash-fo…

Huge Congratulations Bal and Raj on Progress 25th Anniversary 🎉 A wonderful achievement. Thank you Claire Rogers for inviting me to celebrate this evening with your wonderful team. It's been a wonderful evening of celebration and an honour to be invited 🍾🥂🥳

Huge Congratulations Raj and Bal, on 25 incredible years of Progress! It was a truly special evening celebrating your inspiring journey and remarkable achievements. Your unwavering commitment and heartfelt dedication have touched countless lives. THANK YOU! #Progress25

Fatima’s UK Campaign. Signposting Bloomberg TV Sky 502 9:30am Saturday Will be on YouTube and Spotify too…Really enjoyed this interview with John Reynolds an amazingly talented man. Children and Young People Matter.

Fatima’s UK Campaign - On the Road" UK Charity Tour Children and Young People Matter. Progress is an independent provider of specialist social care services to vulnerable children and young adults. Different, not less." It doesn't have to define a person.

1/2 I’ve always been deeply proud of the melting pot in the West Midlands, showcasing diversity as a strength over division. But that strength is now being tested across the country - with the risk of division threatening our nation. So what do we do about it?

Our heritage is so important to the West Midlands’ story, but without concerted action we’re at real risk of losing it. The fantastic new West Midlands Heritage charity is up & running, but they can’t do it all alone. Our future as a region needs to build on our past, not erase it.