“I have been contacted by a number of farmers from the Lichfield area concerned as to whether low skilled agricultural works from eastern Europe will still be able to enter the UK when the Transition Period ends at the end of December for fruit picking” says Michael Fabricant. Today (10th February), he was able to […]
“To mark the 75th anniversaries of VE and VJ Day, on the 8th May and 15th August, World War Two veterans – both military and civilian – are being asked to register to be part of our nation’s commemorations” says Michael Fabricant. Veterans can be of British, Commonwealth or Allied origin and all costs for their attendance […]
Michael Fabricant met the Chief Cashier of the Bank of England, Sarah John, and learned about the new £20 plastic note which will start to replace the old paper notes from Thursday 20th February onwards. Sarah is the 33rd Chief Cashier of the Bank of England since its formation in 1694. “Sarah’s signature appears on all […]
Michael Fabricant has praised the work of local artist and metal worker Keith Ashby. Using photographs, he has sculpted a bust of Michael using cutlery including knives, forks, and spoons as well as a whisk, collander, and a cheese grater. Michael says “This is the most original work of art I have seen for a […]
Michael Fabricant was interviewed today (30th January) on BBC Radio 4’s World at One. He explains why the design of HS2 as well as its costs – now estimated to be in excess of £100 billion – makes the project unacceptable.
“With the National Audit Office trashing the economic viability of Phase 1 HS2, the Government needs to rethink connectivity between Birmingham and London. It is now clear that the current formulation is not the answer” says Michael Fabricant. “In a month’s time, the Oakervee Review will be published, but with just three months to prepare […]
Yesterday, I did a wild interview with Paul Brand of ITV News covering such diverse issues as sex, drugs, and rock & roll. You can watch it all here.
As the Prime Minister meets MPs newly elected in 2019 and who are opposed to HS2 this afternoon (Wednesday 22nd January), Michael Fabricant has taken to social media to set out the arguments why HS2 needs a total rethink. “The Oakervee Review into HS2 was a rush job” says Michael “with Douglas Oakervee its Chair […]
“I am delighted that our beloved St Giles Hospice which cares for in excess of 7,000 patients a year has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by the independent Quality Care Commission” says Michael Fabricant. “This is a marvellous overall rating. Their standard of care and empathy with patients is utterly heartwarming. We are so lucky to have […]
Michael Fabricant has recorded an episode of BBC tv’s ‘Pointless’ at their Elstree studios this week. The programme will be aired later this year. “This was a charity programme and I was playing for St Giles’ Hospice based near Lichfield. Over 7,000 patients are cared for each year by this outstanding Hospice” says Michael. “My […]