WE asked all the candidates standing in this year’s general election for constituencies covered by our Black Country papers to answer a simple question. We gave them 200 words to explain why people should vote for them – their answers, in their
You deserve an MP who holds himself to a higher standard. I've met thousands of people across our area who are fed up with politics. That's why I'm working hard to restore your faith in politicians. You deserve an MP with a proven track record
TIVIDALE have staved off the threat of forced relegation by winning their ground grading battle. The club's appeal against an initial inspection report, which stated The Beeches was not up to scratch, has been upheld. Tivi were facing demotion
Britain needs a government prepared to put things right. As your MP for Dudley North I would put the interests of Dudley North first. Unlike many of the politicians from the tired old political parties I had a proper job, in industry, which
Over the past 20 months my team and I have spoken to thousands of residents and they have made it clear they want change. I want to see a recovery that makes people here in Dudley feel better – one that raises the minimum wage and bans exploitative
As someone who worked in small business for 20 years before politics I have taken a practical, hands on approach to getting things done locally as your Member of Parliament. Whether that has been in holding annual jobs and skills fairs to help
I believe in a better, fairer Britain, where politicians represent, rather than rule over us. Where we can govern ourselves without endless meddling by the EU - Something I experience daily as your MEP. A Britain where our quality of life improves
RETAIL expert Mary Portas is offering help to Dudley borough's independent shops and businesses. The Queen of Shops is returning with a new series of her Channel 4 show Mary Portas: Secret Shopper and producers are looking for local traders that
I am proud to represent the The Green Party. The only Party with a clearer vision for the future.” “I believe in a fairer society with a fully resourced and funded National Health Service, our railways renationalised, a society that pays a living
I'm 33, live in Netherton, in Dudley South and used to teach in a primary school. For the last few years I've volunteered for the Green Party in Netherton, Woodside and St Andrew's where I've listened to residents' concerns and taken action on
