I was pleased to host a drop-in event in Parliament on behalf of the APPG for SME Housebuilders, exploring how we can unlock growth and support smaller builders to survive, thrive and build.
SME housebuilders play a vital role in delivering the homes our communities need.
Today I met with Simon Lightwood MP, Minister for Local Transport, to discuss the ongoing issues at Chetwynd Bridge.
I will keep working with the DfT and the County Council to get a solution for Chetwynd Bridge, which is currently causing significant disruption for farming and our local economy.
Happy International Women’s Day 🌍💜
Today we celebrate the achievements, strength and resilience of women everywhere, especially those breaking barriers, leading change and shaping our communities in politics, business and beyond.
I had a great time at Crufts today with The Kennel Club, who do such important work promoting responsible dog breeding and ownership. I was also delighted to judge the first grooming competition, which also looks to raise awareness of standards and best practice in the pet grooming industry.
I had a great time at Crufts today with The Kennel Club, who do such important work promoting responsible dog breeding and ownership. I was also delighted to judge the first grooming competition, which also looks to raise awareness of standards and best practice in the pet grooming industry.
Here's a few recent casework wins delivering results for local residents.
If you’re in Tamworth & the Villages and need support, please contact my office at sarah.edwards.mp@parliament.uk or call 01827 794 475.
I’ve been busy at Glascote Library with Tamworth Council discussing the £20m Pride in Place funding.
Glascote Library is such a fantastic community hub, doing brilliant work for the area and putting on lots of exciting community events. Make sure you pop in to find out what's on!
Today is polling day in Spital.
With Labour leading Tamworth Borough Council, we’re already delivering for local people, reopening face-to-face services at Marmion House, used by thousands of residents, and pushing forward with vital town centre regeneration.
If you live in Spital, vote Labour🌹
Last week, the Employment Rights Act 2026 became law. This is a huge step for working people. Residents across Tamworth and our villages work hard, and everyone deserves to be protected in their workplace.
I recently met with Richard Law-Deeks, Chief Executive of the Local Government Pensions Scheme.
The LGPS is helping drive long-term economic growth and is doing vital work in Tamworth and across the West Midlands, including local investments supporting jobs, infrastructure, and regeneration.
I’ve been out in Spital Ward, speaking to residents, picking up on local issues and casework, and campaigning for Steve Holland, Labour’s candidate in the Spital by-election. It’s been great hearing your thoughts and priorities for the community.
Vote Labour on Thursday 5th March!
Businesses in Redditch & the Villages, from independent shops and cafés to pubs and manufacturers, are the backbone of our local economy.
Too many are battling opaque energy bills, hidden charges and complex contracts, while UK electricity prices remain far higher than competitors abroad.
Tamworth has a Community Diagnostic Centre with Sir Robert Peel Hospital delivering more NHS services locally.
But many residents are still forced to travel elsewhere. In Parliament I raised this with the Minister to push for more local NHS investment and better links so care is closer to home.
Good to spend time with Citizens Advice, hearing about the support they provide to people across Tamworth.
We discussed housing , as well as pressures linked to Universal Credit and council tax. I’ll be following these issues up with the council and continuing to work to support local residents.
I recently met with the Canal & River Trust to discuss the long-term future of our canal network.
We talked about how innovation can help waterways better serve local communities, support nature and biodiversity, and contribute to wider national priorities in the decades ahead.
Last week I held my constituency surgery at the Coton Centre in Tamworth, hearing directly from residents on a wide range of local issues.
If you need support, please email sarah.edwards.mp@parliament.uk or call 01827 794 475.
I recently hosted a roundtable bringing together policymakers, industry voices and innovators from across the energy sector for my campaign on business energy costs.
We discussed the steps Government can take now to reduce costs for businesses. I’ll now be reporting these views back to Government.
Last week, I raised the issue of poor mobile signal in our villages, and the impact this has on residents, farmers and our rural economy.
I will keep speaking up for our rural communities and pressing for the reliable mobile coverage they deserve.
Following serious concerns raised with me by constituents across Tamworth, I asked the Business Minister to investigate ongoing problems with Royal Mail.
The Minister has taken this up with Royal Mail and made clear that services must improve. I will continue to press for a better service locally.
Constituents have been in touch with me about South Staffs Water imposing mandatory water meters on their homes, without consultation or communication.
I raised this in the House today, and I was pleased that the Leader of the House confirmed he will follow this up with the relevant Minister.
The Business and Trade Committee has published its Small Business Strategy, setting out recommendations to support SMEs and our high streets.
I was pleased that Tamworth’s business community was heard, following a roundtable we held last year which fed directly into the evidence for this report.
I asked the Prime Minister to help find a solution to reopen Chetwynd Bridge, a vital route that has been restricted to cars and light vans since October 2023.
I was pleased to secure a meeting with the relevant minister so we can discuss this issue further and work towards a solution.
I've met with National Grid to discuss the improvements needed to strengthen the reliability of our electricity network.
I’ve signed up as a National Grid referral partner to help vulnerable residents access support during power cuts. If you or someone you know may benefit, please get in touch.
Last week I visited Jeremy at The Crafty Two, who took over the lease just 3 months ago and is already working to breathe new life into this town centre venue. With plans for a new café and popular bottomless brunches, it’s great to see such energy being invested.
Make sure you pop in for a drink!
Today I visited Footsteps in Tamworth town centre, and I’d like to thank Jonathan for taking the time to show me around and introduce me to the team.
It was great to see first-hand how their specialist services make a real difference for individuals across Tamworth.
I hosted the BVRLA in Parliament last night to raise concerns I’ve heard from local employers about the transition to electric vans. Good to have these issues raised directly with Ministers.
Labour’s free breakfast clubs have already served over 6 million breakfasts to children across the country.
The Government are now rolling out the next wave with 500 more clubs announced. From April, this will support an additional 465 children here in Tamworth.
🚆 From today, West Midlands Trains and London Northwestern Railway are back in public ownership.
Public ownership means rail services will be run in the interests of passengers, commuters and local communities, not shareholders.
Recently, I brought Claudia Kenyatta CBE, CEO of Historic England, to Tamworth Castle to discuss the progress being made with the £1.7 million grant we secured in 2025 from Government, which is supporting important preservation work at the Castle.
I've joined over 40 Labour MPs representing former coalfield communities in writing to the Minister for Industry, welcoming progress on mineworkers’ pensions and urging swift action to protect bonus pensions. After decades of waiting, coalfield communities deserve certainty, fairness and respect
