In Parliament
This week, Labour is delivering on its manifesto pledges within our first 100 days in government. We are working hard to fix the foundations of our country so that we can deliver for working people and give Britain its future back.
This week saw the Second Reading of the Renter's Rights Bill. The Bill seeks to:
End no-fault evictions
Ban rental bidding wars
Give renters the right to request a pet
Set a decent home standard
The first reading of our new Employment Rights Bill took place. The Bill seeks to:
End exploitative zero-hour contracts
End unscrupulous fire and rehire practices
Strengthen statutory sick pay
Tackle low pay by accounting for the cost of living when setting the National Minimum Wage and removing discriminatory age bands
Labour is pro-business and pro-worker and will be undertaking consultation on these reforms.
This week, we secured a £500m investment from The Go-Ahead Group to deliver 1,200 UK-made green buses, cleaner air, support 2,500 UK jobs and better journeys across the country. More information here.
Next Monday, we are hosting an International Investment Summit, bringing together up to 300 industry leaders to catalyse investment in the UK. This Government's number one mission is growth. More information here.
This week, I voted to end no-fault evictions.
It was wonderful to welcome students from King Edwards in Parliament and discuss a wide range of issues, from renters' rights, international development, the role of an MP, SEND provision, immigration and the ongoing conflict and the Middle East.
I attended the reception for Advancing Skills in Manufacturing and Tackling Youth Unemployment in the East and West Midlands, where I met with my constituent Michaela. The Midlands is a region full of pioneers with manufacturing at its heart that is crucial for the UK’s overall economic growth. I’m looking forward to working with a Labour Government, Labour Mayor and Labour Council to deliver on the growth our region deserves.
I met with CAMRA on behalf of my constituents, who campaign for pubs and brewers. Pubs and breweries are integral to our communities and support the local economy. Our constituency has lots of great pubs. We discussed Labour's plans on business rate reforms.
I enjoyed meeting with the National Lottery in Westminster this week. The National Lottery has funded over 1,119 community projects in my constituency, donating a total of £69,921,934 to good causes from 1994 to 2024. Community projects looking for funding see the link here: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding
Ahead of the Second Reading of Labour’s Renters’ Rights Bill, I met with the Renter's Reform Coalition. We discussed Labour’s plans to ban no-fault evictions and introduce the decent homes standard.
I enjoyed speaking to the Back Youth Alliance in Parliament, a group of 11 organisations who deliver youth services nationwide, advocating for young people across statutory and voluntary sectors. It was also great to catch up with Girlguiding and a group of young Brownies! Girlguiding do great work around body confidence, the representation of girls and women in media and politics, education, violence against women and girls, young people’s mental health and more.
This week we celebrated International Day of the Girl. It has been great to hear about the UK's largest survey of girls and young women aged 7-21 - the girl's attitude survey.
I also really enjoyed catching up with my constituents Fiona and Simon after they watched Prime Minister’s Questions from the gallery this week!
US Embassy
This week, I attended a wonderful welcome reception hosted by the US Ambassador Jane D. Hartley alongside other Labour MPs.
Our shared values and interests, and a dedication to democratic, transparent institutions will see greater co-operation between the UK and US.
University of Birmingham
It was great to speak to students taking the Parliamentary Studies Module at the University of Birmingham. I enjoyed telling them about my role as an MP and answering questions they had about Parliament and politics.
October 7th
Last Monday marked one year since the deadly October 7th attacks.
One year on we remember those who lost their lives in the terrorist attack in Israel on October 7th. I met the families of the hostages whose loved ones are still held captive by Hamas. They are desperate for their release.
I am praying for lasting peace in the Middle East and an end to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Local News
Clapgate Lane
This week, I was heartbroken to hear that yet another person had been seriously injured after a collision on Clapgate Lane.
This has got to stop. Everyone has a right to feel safe when using our roads. I've been calling for the council to install average speed cameras on Clapgate Lane and other dangerous roads to tackle reckless driving for years. See my latest letter to the council below.
Illeybrook Square
Labour is committed to addressing the housing crisis by building 1.5 million new homes. I've written to the Housing Minister to work with me and the council to develop the Illeybrook Square site in Bartley Green, so we can deliver affordable homes for my constituents.
Harborne Police Station
I've written to Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster about the closure of Harborne Police Station.
Given the financial position that the police face, I understand the choice is between retaining buildings or retaining more officers. While I and residents would have wanted to maintain Harborne Station, I understand that that is not going to happen.
On behalf of residents, I have asked Simon Foster to ensure me that this site is clearly earmarked for housing development. Transforming this space into much-needed affordable housing would provide a valuable asset to the local community, helping to meet the growing demand for family homes in the area with designated parking. See my letter below.
HS2
This week, our Transport Secretary rightly said that HS2 should run into central London - it would never have made sense to leave it between Old Oak Common and Birmingham.
HS2 has the power to bring growth and infrastructure to Birmingham. As a city MP, the above statement from the Transport Secretary is a welcome one.
Doorknocking
It was great to be out doorknocking in North Edgbaston this week. I am out speaking to residents in the constituency every week about the issues that matter to them.
I am always here to help. If there is anything I can assist you with, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with my office by calling 0121 392 8426 or emailing preet.gill.mp@parliament.uk.
I am also always looking for volunteers to help with my campaigns across the constituency. If you can help me, please send us an email at preet@preetkaurgill.co.uk.
Best wishes,
Preet Kaur Gill MP
Member of Parliament for Birmingham Edgbaston, covering Bartley Green, Edgbaston, Harborne, North Edgbaston and Quinton
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