I know that many of my constituents have been concerned about the Coronavirus Act, it’s impact on democracy and the lack of scrutiny. It’s shocking but unsurprising that despite being 18 on the list to speak in the debate on the Renewal of the Coronavirus Emergency Powers, I had no chance to represent the viewsContinue reading Coronavirus Act Sept 2020
Time to Step up or Step Aside
Dear Secretary of State The people of Birmingham are not stupid. We are a proud, diverse and industrious population, used to coping with adversity. We’ll accept new restrictions, in the battle against coronavirus, but in return we expect clarity, honesty and some respect. Last week your office issued a statement about new restrictions affecting Birmingham,Continue reading Time to Step up or Step Aside
Steve McCabe MP pledges to combat retail violence and protect retail staff
Local MP for Birmingham Selly Oak, Steve McCabe has signed up to support the British Retail Consortium’s (BRC) Shopworkers’ Protection Pledge, vowing to stand with retail staff and support legislation to better protect shopworkers from violence and abuse. Violence and abuse of shopworkers remains a serious concern in Birmingham Selly Oak. Recognising the serious impactContinue reading Steve McCabe MP pledges to combat retail violence and protect retail staff
Steve McCabe calls for nominations for NHS Parliamentary Awards 2020
As part of the NHS Parliamentary Awards, MPs have the opportunity to nominate and thank the outstanding NHS workers in their constituencies. This year the NHS has faced unprecedented challenges, battling the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The general public has really become aware this year of how much NHS workers do for us andContinue reading Steve McCabe calls for nominations for NHS Parliamentary Awards 2020
Unemployment needs Urgent and Targeted Intervention says Birmingham MP
Steve McCabe MP for Birmingham Selly Oak has raised concerns about another increase in unemployment in his constituency. Figures released today show the unemployment rate is currently 7.3% in Birmingham Selly Oak, this is notably higher than the national average which now stands at 6.3%. The data also shows the number of those claiming benefits increased againContinue reading Unemployment needs Urgent and Targeted Intervention says Birmingham MP
Creating corona confusion
We’re nearly two thirds through this year and what a year! We’ve had lockdown, shortages and loss of everyday activities. Our lives have been turned upside down. I don’t underestimate the horrible nature of this pandemic or the lives lost but am I alone in doubting the government? Not that long ago the PM was saying we should look forward to ‘normality’ for Christmas but just as we’re getting used to things with pubs and restaurants reopening and swimming pools and bingo clubs back in action, we’re facing localContinue reading Creating corona confusion
Dish out the £1.5bn arts fund
I love Birmingham Rep. It’s a beautiful building and has long been one of the cultural jewels as our only producing theatre with something for everyone. Birmingham’s reputation is built on our industrial heritage which means that many people hear Birmingham and think engineering, cars and manufacture. That’s OK until some, who’ve probably never setContinue reading Dish out the £1.5bn arts fund
Petition for Paid Care Leave
This week, Steve McCabe MP presented his petition, in the House of Commons, signed by hundreds of his constituents, asking the Government to introduce a statutory entitlement to paid leave for carers of 5 to 10 days per year.
Jobs Blueprint Crucial to Life Chances of an Entire Generation
Steve McCabe, MP for Birmingham Selly Oak, is calling for reconstruction and innovation to tackle unemployment as we attempt to recover from the coronavirus pandemic.
Continue reading Jobs Blueprint Crucial to Life Chances of an Entire Generation
Birmingham MP Calls on Government to Stop Neglecting Single Parents
Steve McCabe MP for Birmingham Selly Oak has written to the Work and Pensions Secretary to demand a resumption of the services offered by the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) as soon as possible.
Continue reading Birmingham MP Calls on Government to Stop Neglecting Single Parents