Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst Visits St Margaret’s C of E Primary School for UK Parliament Week Friday, 28 November, 2025 Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst, Member of Parliament for Solihull West and Shirley, visited St Margaret’s Church of England Primary School this week to mark UK Parliament Week, engaging with enthusiastic pupils from Years 5 and 6. During the visit, Dr Shastri-Hurst spoke to pupils about the role of Parliament, the work of an MP, and the importance of active citizenship. He then took part in a lively Q&A... Local NewsWestminster News
Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP warns Labour’s VAT hike on private schools will harm children with Special Educational Needs 21st October 2025 Solihull West and Shirley MP Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst has urged the Government to U-turn on its decision to impose a 20 per cent VAT charge on private schools... Westminster News
Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst welcomes further extension of the Children’s Hospice Grant following sustained campaign 16th October 2025 Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP has welcomed the Government’s decision to extend the Children’s Hospice Grant, a vital source of funding that supports hospices... Local News
Westminster Hall Debate on the Independent Review of the Criminal Courts 14th October 2025 On Tuesday 14th October, Rt Hon Sir Jeremy Wright KC MP moved a debate in Westminster Hall on Part 1 of Sir Brian Leveson KC’s Independent Review of the... Westminster News
Celebrating democracy during Parliament Week 13th October 2025 As part of this year’s Parliament Week, running from 24th-30th November 2025 , Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP has invited young people across Solihull West & Shirley... Local News
Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP attends Olton Friary Flower Festival 12th October 2025 Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP was delighted to attend the annual Flower Festival at Olton Friary over the weekend, joining local parishioners, volunteers, and... Local News
Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP unveils defib and bleed kit at Wave Cafe, Earlswood. 10th October 2025 Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP and his team completed their first annual fundraising challenge over summer, raising more than £1,600 to fund the installation of vital... Articles
Statement on the Government’s plans to introduce mandatory digital ID 1st October 2025 I do not support the Government’s plan to introduce mandatory digital ID cards for workers. Whilst tackling illegal immigration is vital, this measure is a... Opinions
Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP visits Blythe Rose Specialist Dementia Care Home 29th September 2025 Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP recently visited Blythe Rose Specialist Dementia Care Home in Blythe Valley Park, Shirley, where he was delighted to meet residents... Local News
Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP visits Solihull School to discuss democratic values with Sixth Form Students 26th September 2025 Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst, Member of Parliament for Solihull West & Shirley, visited Solihull School this week to speak with Upper Sixth students as part of the... Local News
