Local News
- 2nd February 2012
Halesowen and Rowley Regis MP James Morris has called for Parliament to take action to tackle bankers’ bonuses.
Speaking in Parliament, Mr Morris asked the Leader of the House of Commons to schedule a debate on why the previous Government failed to secure undertakings on bonus levels from the banks that took taxpayers’ money and on measures that can now be taken to curb excessive payments. read more »
- 2nd February 2012
The weather may have turned decidedly chilly, but one Halesowen couple is warm and snug thanks to help from a local warmth scheme.
Local pensioners Barry and Mary Clement welcomed Halesowen and Rowley Regis MP James Morris into their home to see the new boiler that they have bought through npower’s Health through Warmth scheme.
Last autumn, the couple’s boiler broke down, leaving them facing the prospect of a cold winter without any heating or hot water. This would have caused particular problems for Mr Clement’s health as the effects of his diabetes worsen in cold weather. read more »
- 31st January 2012
Halesowen and Rowley Regis MP James Morris is encouraging local year 11 students to sign up for this summer’s National Citizen Service programme.
Dudley and Sandwell have been included in this year’s pilot programmes, giving local young people to gain a wide range of experiences after they complete their exams.
The programme will run for six weeks, including two weeks away from home, and will offer a packed schedule of adventure activities to help develop young people’s leadership and team-building skills. read more »
- 25th January 2012
James Morris, Member of Parliament for Halesowen & Rowley Regis, has spoken in Parliament about the need for more support to be given to local high streets and town centres.
Responding to the review carried out by retail expert Mary Portas, Mr Morris praised the action that is being taken to regenerate Halesowen town centre but called for local councils to be given more freedom to act to support local high streets. read more »
- 12th January 2012
James Morris, MP for Halesowen & Rowley Regis, has called for action to stop criminals from claiming compensation when they injure themselves whilst committing crimes.
The MP’s demand comes after figures reveal that offenders claim £5million a year from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority, including payments made to burglars who hurt themselves leaving a property that they have broken in to.
340 prison inmates were awarded a total of £3.1million last year, with one prisoner being awarded £500,000. read more »
