Trade Unionist, Christians on the Left WestMids rep and various other things.
Birmingham, England
Joined July 2016
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Fred Grindrod retweeted
The Archers was born in Birmingham and is a key part of our broadcasting heritage. I’m very disappointed by news that the BBC plans to move its production out of the city.
The BBC has made clear commitments to growing its presence in the West Midlands - especially with the move to the Tea Factory. So, moving one of its most established programmes out of the region sends the wrong message.
We have the talent and the facilities here. There is no good reason why we should lose a programme that has called Birmingham home for decades.
I’m meeting the BBC’s Director-General, Matt Brittin, this week. I want to understand the reasons behind this decision and discuss every available option to keep The Archers here.
The BBC promised to invest and support our regions, this is entirely the opposite of that. And it can’t be allowed to happen.
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Fred Grindrod retweeted
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Fred Grindrod retweeted
Brexit has cost Britain billions. It’s imperative we rejoin the EU.
As we approach the tenth anniversary of the Brexit vote, my piece for @ObserverUK ⬇️
observer.co.uk/news/opinion-…
Fred Grindrod retweeted
Congratulations & good luck to the new cllrs elected for Bournville & Cotteridge ward, @nickyebrennan (Lab) & Roxanne Green (Green). It's been an honour & a joy to represent Brum's best ward for the last 8 years alongside my excellent colleague @fredgrindrod, we gave it our all.
This Saturday @LizClements and I will be holding our next #Advice #Surgery at @CotteridgeChurc Pershore Road South, Cotteridge from 10:30 - if you need help or support with council services or any other issues - do come along! #Bournville #Cotteridge
This Saturday @LizClements and I will be holding our #Advice #Surgery at the @hubonthegreen SycamoreRoad, #Bournville from 10:30 - if you need help or support with council services or any other issues - do come along! #Bournville #Cotteridge
This Saturday @LizClements and I will be holding our next #Advice #Surgery at @CotteridgeChurc Pershore Road South, Cotteridge from 10:30 - if you need help or support with council services or any other issues - do come along! #Bournville #Cotteridge
This Saturday @LizClements and I will be holding our #Advice #Surgery at the @hubonthegreen SycamoreRoad, #Bournville from 10:30 - if you need help or support with council services or any other issues - do come along! #Bournville #Cotteridge
This Saturday @LizClements and I will be holding our #Advice #Surgery at the @hubonthegreen SycamoreRoad, #Bournville from 10:30 - if you need help or support with council services or any other issues - do come along! #Bournville #Cotteridge
Fred Grindrod retweeted
We need a better Brexit deal and 2/3 of the public agree.
Forget the politics, this is about jobs, trade and putting money in peoples’ pockets.
Ten years on, I’m not sure people voted for what Brexit has delivered.
The value of new trade deals? Around £14bn a year.
The cost of Brexit to the economy? Closer to £180bn a year.
In committee today, we confronted the gap between promise and reality — and why fixing Brexit now matters. With thanks to @nowak_paul from @The_TUC and all our witnesses for laying bare the challenge.
This Saturday @LizClements and I will be holding our #Advice #Surgery at the @hubonthegreen SycamoreRoad, #Bournville from 10:30 - if you need help or support with council services or any other issues - do come along! #Bournville #Cotteridge
This Saturday @LizClements and I will be holding our #Advice #Surgery at the @hubonthegreen SycamoreRoad, #Bournville from 10:30 - if you need help or support with council services or any other issues - do come along! #Bournville #Cotteridge
This Saturday @LizClements and I will be holding our next #Advice #Surgery at @CotteridgeChurc Pershore Road South, Cotteridge from 10:30 - if you need help or support with council services or any other issues - do come along! #Bournville #Cotteridge
Fred Grindrod retweeted
Blue plaque to celebrate pioneering women’s rights campaigner
READ HERE:👉 bvoices.uk/4hBjM16
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Fred Grindrod retweeted
Macaabi Tel Aviv fans should be allowed to attend their team’s match with Aston Villa - but let’s not underestimate the serious risk of disorder.
Macaabi fans should be protected before, during and after the game, but at the same time @WMPolice need to make it clear that if any travelling fans sing racist chants or attempt to carry out any racist attacks (as some Macaabi fans have a history of doing) they will be instantly arrested and prosecuted.
Fred Grindrod retweeted
This is the wrong decision.
We will not tolerate antisemitism on our streets.
The role of the police is to ensure all football fans can enjoy the game, without fear of violence or intimidation.
bbc.co.uk/sport/football/art…
Fred Grindrod retweeted
The Prime Minister is right. Fans should not be prevented from attending a football match in our city because of threats or violence. I told the Chief Constable over a week ago that I did not believe a ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans was the right action & that remains my view. 1/2
This is the wrong decision.
We will not tolerate antisemitism on our streets.
The role of the police is to ensure all football fans can enjoy the game, without fear of violence or intimidation.
bbc.co.uk/sport/football/art…
This Saturday @LizClements and I will be holding our next #Advice #Surgery at @CotteridgeChurc Pershore Road South, Cotteridge from 10:30 - if you need help or support with council services or any other issues - do come along! #Bournville #Cotteridge
