As part of my Associate fellowship for the Industry and Parliament Trust, I chose to visit a local business. I am also a member of the Environment Food and Rural Affairs select committee (EFRA) and Morrisons is one of the big supermarkets of which there are 2 branches operating in Walsall South. On Friday 20th May 2014, I visited the Morrisons store at Wallows Lane. The other store is in Lichfield Street. I visit both branches frequently and often pick up lunch when I am in the constituency from the Lichfield Street branch opposite my office.

On Friday 20th May 2016, I launched the next phase of the electrification of the railway between Walsall and Rugeley which is being upgraded and electrified by Network Rail. The £36m investment will provide passengers with more reliable, faster and quieter journeys and is due to be completed in December 2017.

There was a crowd of 8,000 at the Banks's Stadium as we watched the Saddlers in the FC play-off match against Barnsley on a warm Thursday evening on 19 May 2016. The photo shows the free kick to the Saddlers on the edge of the box.

The House rose on the 12 May 2016 and the State opening of Parliament took place on the 18 May 2016. The Queen's speech outlined the Government's programme of legislation and policies for the coming year. Here is the full text of the Queen's speech:

On Wednesday 18th May 2016 I was delighted to present the first award at the Young Epilepsy Champions Awards to celebrate the achievements of those living with epilepsy, their families, carers, teachers and support networks.