'The Crooked House must rise from the ashes' Mike Wood MP reflects three years on from the tragedy Wednesday, 5 August, 2026 Three years on from the demolition of The Crooked House, the loss of what was affectionately known as "Britain's Wonkiest Pub" remains something I continue to feel deeply. For so many people like me across the Black Country and beyond, The Crooked House was far more than just a pub. It was a cherished local landmark, a symbol of our industrial heritage, and a place that held countless memories for... Opinions
Local MP chooses hopeful hymn to close Wombourne Flower Festival 13th July 2026 Thank you to Rector Julia Cody and all of the team at St Benedict's Church Wombourne for a fantastic Flower & Craft Festival, themed around 'My Favourite Things... Local News
Turning Recycled Materials into a Fantastic Flower Festival in Wordsley 11th July 2026 I was delighted to take part in the Holy Trinity Church, Wordsley Flower and Craft Festival, where I had the opportunity to create and exhibit a display... Local News
Farmyard Fun at the 2026 Wombourne Carnival 5th July 2026 With glorious sunshine and a fantastic atmosphere, Wombourne Carnival brought together families, community groups, charities and local organisations for a day... Local News
Historic Icons to Ukuleles: Fantastic Summer Fete in Trysull & Seisdon 1st July 2026 It’s not every day you get the chance to meet an icon, but that was certainly the case at this year’s Trysull & Seisdon Summer Fete! I had a wonderful time at... Local News
Mike Wood MP introduces Battery Energy Storage Planning and Regulation Bill to Parliament 30th June 2026 It has already been a busy week in Westminster, with an important step forward in my ongoing campaign to ensure local communities have a stronger voice when it... Westminster News
Supporting the Royal British Legion in Kingswinford on Armed Forces Day 27th June 2026 It was fantastic to see the local community come together in Kingswinford on Armed Forces Day to support the important work of the Royal British Legion... Local News
Mike Wood MP to host Public Meeting at Baggeridge with local County Councillor 23rd June 2026 Mike Wood MP has today shared further details on an upcoming meeting, set to be held at the Stack House Kitchen, Baggeridge. Residents of both Baggeridge and... Local News
Black Country MP calls for support to stop Labour's Holiday Tax 18th June 2026 Mike Wood MP has today raised his concerns over the Government's proposed changes affecting the hospitality and tourism sector, with warnings that the measures... Westminster News
Putting Heritage Pubs Back on the Agenda: Mike Wood MP Re-Presents Crooked House-Inspired Bill to Parliament 17th June 2026 Mike Wood MP has today reintroduced his ‘Heritage Public Houses Bill’ to Parliament, aiming to better protect heritage pubs like the Crooked House. After... Westminster News
