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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 11h

Great to speak to the MCS Foundation about Labour's plan to cut energy bills in Halesowen. Labour will drive clean energy deployment to create jobs, boost energy independence, and make sure that taxpayers reap the benefits of clean, secure, home-grown energy.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 19h

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay – a reminder that mental health is as important as physical health.

Next week, Parliament debates the final stages of the Mental Health Bill to modernise the law and strengthen patient rights.

#MentalHealthMatters

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 1d

I’m pleased that support is being rolled out to students studying technical qualifications - as well as students on traditional degree courses. This is a great way to make sure that we have a workforce fit for the future. Read my column

Alex Ballinger MP on support for young people studying technical qualifications

WITH a new academic year in full swing our colleges and schools are again abuzz with students, making friends, finding their way to classes full of…

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 1d

The announcement of a ceasefire deal in Gaza offers hope for peace in the region.
Please see my statement on this important development.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 2d

Beyond revenue? I met with fellow campaigners to talk about how we can make things fairer for both consumers and the small businesses that are the driving force of our economy.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 2d

Dementia affects one in two of us during our lifetimes. It was good to meet the team from Dementia UK to talk about how we can transform care in hospitals and in the community.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 3d

Matt, Gaye and the team at Halesowen Asda are raising money for Breast Cancer Awareness Month as part of their Tickled Pink campaign! Pop in to visit them and see what it’s all about.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 3d

Thousands of new nursery places are being created across England and I’m urging Halesowen schools to get involved. www.halesowennews.co.uk/news/2550915...

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 4d

Worried about Digital ID? Concerned by the conspiracy theories online? Check out my explainer video here.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 4d

I popped in to Carters Lane Baptist Church to support their coffee morning in aid of Fairtrade Fortnight - great company, great cake and plenty of food for thought too.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 5d

Defence beyond the military? I enjoyed meeting with colleagues, the Coalition for Global Prosperity, and the Mines Advisory Group to talk about how to build lasting security.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 5d

A great weekend of door knocking recently in Cradley, meeting residents, finished off in the Moon under Water in Cradley Heath!

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 6d

The impact of pavement parking on people with sight loss is an important issue across our community. It is a daily hazard which puts people’s safety, confidence, and independence at risk. It was good to meet the Guide Dogs team and learn more about tackling it.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 6d

It was lovely to drop in to the coffee morning at St Margaret of Antioch Church this week. It was great to meet local churchgoers in the beautiful surroundings of Hasbury!

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 7d

It was a privilege to join Dudley’s brilliant Youth Council and hear from the incredible Didi Okoh, a Paralympic medallist and lymphedema advocate. Thank you to everyone who came along — your voices matter, and I’ll keep fighting to make sure they’re heard.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 8d

Please see my statement following this morning’s appalling attack in Manchester:

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 9d

A constituent came to me about the challenges of living with endometriosis 💛 My team worked with Time2Talk to ensure their voice was heard. Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women & AFAB people – we must do more. Let’s keep speaking up & pushing for better care ✊ #Endometriosis

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 10d

It was wonderful to join the Head Boy and Senior Prefects at Leasowes High School during their open day today. Great to hear about their plans to renew the estate - exciting times ahead!

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 11d

It was lovely to welcome Simon, Jeanette, Paul and Dawn from Halesowen to the Palace of Westminster on a very sunny Monday! I run regular tours of Parliament for my constituents - if you’d like to take part, please get in touch.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 12d

It’s time for online gambling companies to pay their fair share! 🎰💰

Watch my video to see how a fair increase in gambling taxes could help lift half a million children out of poverty.

Let me know what you think in the comments.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 12d

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Political opinion: Alex Ballinger MP celebrates Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust delivering over 37,000 extra appointments in one year

Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust delivers over 37,000 extra appointments in one year as patients in the Black Country benefit from quicker care with Labour.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 12d

Every week I hear from constituents in Halesowen that they are concerned about waiting lists at Russells Hall Hospital - so I am delighted to see the number of appointments increase by 37,000. There's still lots of work to do, but local residents will start to see and feel the benefit. Link below.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 13d

It is a priority for me in Parliament to support our veterans and members of the armed forces. This week I was pleased to welcome a contingent of service men to the Palace of Westminster for a tour of the estate.

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 13d

🚧✅ Great news! The pothole on Iverley Road has now been fixed after residents raised concerns. Safer, smoother journeys ahead! 🚗💨

👉 Spot an issue in your area? Let us know – together we can get things sorted. 💬📩

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Alex Ballinger MP @alexballingermp.bsky.social · 14d

Last week, I visited the site in Cradley Heath where Sandwell College’s new Learning and Skills Campus is taking shape.

This state-of-the-art facility will give both young people and adults the opportunity to develop new skills and access high-quality training.

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