Preet Kaur Gill MP - My Weekly Update - 5th June 2026
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This Week the Government has delivered...
NHS Modernisation Bill
The new NHS Modernisation Bill was debated in Parliament this week. The Bill will introduce the Single Patient Record which means:
20,000 fewer patients in A&E
6,000 fewer hospital admissions
£20 million of taxpayers' money saved
This new legislation marks the next step in the government’s plan to make the NHS in England fit for the future.
Affordable Housing
This week, the Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, set out in The Guardian how the Government is investing £39 billion in social and affordable housing - a major step towards tackling the housing crisis.
New rules are being introduced to better support councils, including more flexibility in grant funding to help deliver a new generation of council housebuilding. Many councils are already beginning to take advantage of these changes.
The Social Housing Renewal Bill will strengthen protections for social homes. Eligibility for Right to Buy will increase to 10 years, while steep discounts introduced by previous governments, as high as £136,400 in London and £102,400 elsewhere, will be reduced. Newly built social housing will also be exempt from Right to Buy for 35 years.
Read more here: A place where everyone has somewhere of their own, to thrive and feel safe – this will be my politics of home | Keir Starmer | The Guardian
Armed Forces Bill
This week, the Armed Forces Bill reached Report stage, through the Bill the Government is creating a series of measures to improve our Armed Forces.
The plans include:
Better Housing - a new Defence Housing Service that puts forces and their families first, backed by a landmark £9 billion strategy to build, renew and repair tens of thousands of military homes.
Better support for 10,000s of serving personnel and veterans - The Armed Forces Covenant is the nation’s promise to deliver fairness for serving personnel, veterans, families and the bereaved. For the first time, this government will extend the Armed Forces Covenant across all areas of central government, devolved governments and local authorities.
Boosting military readiness - This Bill will expand our reserve pool for rapid mobilisation when the nation needs them in times of crisis:
We are making it easier to call for personnel earlier in a conflict scenario.
The maximum age limit that some reserves can be recalled is raised, responding to calls made me reservists themselves who warned their experience was being lost by an arbitrary age limit.
And we will raise the length of liability for recall for those in the Royal Navy, bringing it into line with other the RAF and the Army.
Those currently serving will rightly have an opportunity to opt -out of the changes. Those who have left Service will not be affected but will have the chance to opt in allowing them to continue service if they wish.
Read more here :Armed Forces Bill - Parliamentary Bills - UK Parliament
Happy Pride Month
June is Pride Month celebrating the contribution of LGBT+ people in the local community. Since coming highlighting how the government is acting on its commitments to LGBT+ people in the UK and abroad.
Recognising that many LGBT+ people are feeling concerned by the current political climate, this Government is delivering on its manifesto promises to the LGBT+ community, including:
Delivering a full trans-inclusive ban on conversion practices
Equalising the law so that hate crime towards LGBT people attracts the same severity of sentence as those motivated by race or religion
Improving the experience of LGBT+ personnel and veterans in the Armed Forces and delivering financial recognition to LGBT veterans as per the Etherton Review
Tackling HIV transmissions and improving access to healthcare
Providing nearly half a million pounds worth of specialist funding for LGBT+ focused domestic violence services.
Establishing a £21m fund to support global LGBT+ rights
Read more here: Pride Month - House of Commons Library
Devolution of local innovation funding
This week the Government announced Mayors across England, including West Midlands Mayor, will be given more power to fuel innovation and boost jobs in their region through Local Innovation Partnerships Fund.
Mayors of Established Mayoral Strategic Authorities will be given the ability to decide how and where to target regional R&D investment through the Local Innovation Partnerships Fund on their own doorstep, boosting the new industries and technologies that will drive the growth, jobs and businesses of the future in each region.
This decision is driven by the government’s commitment to empower local leaders to make the right funding decisions for their communities and unlock investment in every region across the country.
Read more here: Regional leaders to get more power over innovation funding to drive local jobs and growth - GOV.UK
87% Emissions Cut by 2040
On Tuesday, the Government set out its proposed level to reduce carbon emission by 87% by 2040.
Businesses and families across the UK will reap the benefits of an energy transition, with targets set is to protect family finances, grow the economy and tackle the climate crisis. The Government is committed to cutting bills and costs, with support for installing solar could save up to £500 a year, electric cars can save drivers up to £1,400. Alongside this, the £15 billion Warm Homes Plan will deliver biggest upgrade in history, cutting bills and lifting people out of fuel poverty.
Statement from Sikh MPs on the murder of Henry Nowak
This week, I joined other Sikh MPs to issue a statement standing in solidarity with Henry Nowak’s family and loved ones.
Henry’s murder was a horrific crime. Our thoughts remain with those grieving his loss, and we continue to support the pursuit of truth, justice and accountability.
At a time when some seek to sow division, it is important that facts, compassion and the rule of law prevail.
Read the full statement below.
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Supporting Youth Mental Health Services
On Wednesday I spoke in Westminster Hall debate about the work the Government is doing to support young people's mental health.
The country is right to expect a children and young people’s mental health system that is simple, faster and stronger at every stage.
That’s why we will publish a new mental health strategy this year, which will treat people earlier and faster, and support those with mental health conditions to live a full life and stay active in education, family life and their communities.
Watch my speech above.
New Banking hub in Harborne
After years of campaigning, I am excited to share that we will be getting a new banking hub on Harborne High Street.
I know the impact local bank closures have had on our community. This new hub at 93a High Street, Harborne will provide access to everyday banking services for customers of all major banks. Residents will be able to pay bills, withdraw and deposit cash, and get banking support locally.
Work has already started on the site and I look forward to seeing it open soon.
Thank you to Cash Access UK for working with me.
Watch my video above.
Social media consultation for Under 15s
This week I spoke with Secretary of State for Science Innovation and Technology, Liz Kendall, about the social media discussion I led at Lordswood School for Girls a few weeks ago.
It was fantastic to hear from Year 8s and 9s about their thoughts on the social media usage, and their thoughts on a potential ban. Their feedback will inform the outcome of the consultation on whether a ban is necessary and the impact it will have on young people.
Woodhouse Breakfast Club Visit
It was fantastic to visit Woodhouse Primary Academy School in Quinton to see their new breakfast club.
Thanks to Government funding the school open to pupils to have a healthy breakfast to start their day.
Watch my video above.
Have your say on Pride in Place funding for Woodgate and Bartley Green
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Calling on Woodgate and Bartley Green residents - I want to hear how you think the £20 million Pride in Place investment should be spent.
After years of campaigning I've secured £20 million for Woodgate and Bartley Green as part of the Pride in Place programme.
Woodgate and Bartley Green have long faced challenges with limited opportunities for young people, and closure of community facilities. This investment aims to reverse years of underfunding, and rebuilding pride in local neighbourhoods.
I'm asking residents to share their thoughts on how the money should be used. It could be for more youth services, a community hub, improved outdoor spaces or more support for skills and employment. All ideas are welcome and will inform the plans for how the funding will be spent with the goal to benefit as many residents as possible.
Please complete the survey here.
Kellogg’s Breakfast Club Awards 2026: Nominations now open!
Nominations for the Kellogg’s Breakfast Club Awards 2026 are now open. The awards recognise the vital role that breakfast clubs play in making sure children do not have to start the day hungry, whilst celebrating the schools, staff, pupils and communities whose dedication helps children begin the school day well-fed and ready to learn.
For more than 28 years, Kellogg’s has supported school breakfast clubs across the UK, investing over £6 million in grants to schools, with a particular focus on communities facing high levels of poverty.
Deadline for applications is 30 June schools can apply here: Survey: UK Breakfast Club Awards 2026
Dementia Cafe - Birmingham Settlement
Birmingham Age UK run monthly Dementia cafes for those living with Dementia or anyone worried about their memory as well as their family and carers.
When: 11am - 13:20om on the third Thursday of every month
Where: Birmingham Settlement, 79 Selwyn Road, Birmingham B16 0SL
The next one will be on Thursday 18th June - for more information email: dementia.cafes@ageukbirmingham.org.uk
Mobile Household Waste Centre dates and locations
Birmingham City Council arranges Mobile Household Waste Centres across the city.
Quinton | ||
Date | Location | Time |
24 July 2026 | Quinton Park car park, Highfield Lane, B32 1QX | 7:30am to 12:30pm |
Bartley Green | ||
Date | Location | Time |
8 June 2026 | Woodgate Valley Park car park, Clapgate Lane, B32 3DS | 7:30am to 12:30pm |
21 July 2026 | Woodgate Valley Park car park, Clapgate Lane, B32 3DS | 7:30am to 12:30pm |
To find the next pick-ups near you, please visit: Mobile Household Waste Centre dates and locations
Police drop-in sessions across all wards
West Midlands Police hold regular drop-ins and PACT meetings providing residents with the opportunity to speak directly with officers about concerns relating to crime in the community. Please see below a list of the drop-in sessions coming up in my constituency.
Bartley Green
Drop-in Session - ST FRANCIS COMMUNITY CHURCH
10:30AM - 11:30AM, Wed 10 June 2026
St Francis Community Centre, Glenside, Bartley Green
Drop-in Session - MILEBROOK HALL
10:00AM - 11:00AM, Thu 11 June 2026
Milebrook Hall, 143-151 Field Lane, Birmingham
Edgbaston
PACT Meeting
6:00PM - 8:00PM, Wed 24 June 2026
to be confirmed
Harborne
PACT Meeting
7:00PM - 9:00PM, Wed 17 June 2026
St. Peter’s Church. Old Church Road Harborne B17 0BB
Quinton
Drop in surgery
10:30AM - 11:30AM, Tue 09 June 2026
Quinborne Community Centre, 80 Ridgacre Rd, Quinton
Pact Meeting
6:00PM - 8:00PM, Wed 29 July 2026
Time/ Date TBC
Find more information here: Birmingham | West Midlands Police
Here’s eight things the Government delivered in England last week you may have missed:
👶 This Government is taking action to tackle the cost of living by asking the Competition and Markets Authority to take action on hidden childcare costs
🧑🔧 The Government is creating 300,000 new work experience placements to help young people gain hands-on skills and move into work, accelerating the Youth Guarantee
🛒 The Government is consulting on tariff cuts for 125 everyday essentials, including garlic, avocados, olive oil and baked beans, to help ease pressure on food prices
🚆 This Government is bringing rail back into public ownership, with the first Great British Railways-branded train unveiled ahead of Britain’s largest train operator joining the publicly owned network
🏥 The Government is supporting pharmacies with a £340 million deal to roll out independent prescribing, helping patients get faster treatment for common conditions from autumn 2026
🌿 This Government is investing £30 million through a new Wildlife-Rich Habitat Fund to restore wildflower meadows, wetlands and native woodlands across England’s protected landscapes
🌊 The Government is bringing forward new legislation to protect subsea cables, with tougher fines, stronger monitoring, and new emergency powers for critical digital infrastructure
🛡️ The new defence treaty is the biggest step forward in our defence and security relationship with Poland in a generation and will strengthen our shared security and capabilities
As always, if you have an issue you'd like to discuss, please contact my office at 0121 392 8426 or preet.gill.mp@parliament.uk, or through my website.
With warm regards,
Preet Kaur Gill MP
Member of Parliament for Birmingham Edgbaston, covering Bartley Green, Edgbaston, Harborne, North Edgbaston and Quinton
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