BROMSGROVE’S new MP has promised to deliver for his constituents in his maiden speech in Parliament.
Bradley Thomas spoke in the House of Commons for the first time on Monday (July 22).
In his speech he paid tribute to Sir Sajid Javid, his predecessor, thanking him for his dedicated public service.
Mr Thomas focused on backing aspiration and entrepreneurship, town centre revitalisation, supporting farmers, protecting greenbelt and ensuring good design is at the heart of the new homes that are built in the right places.
The Conservative MP said: “It’s the honour of my life to have been elected as the MP for Bromsgrove and the Villages, and in my maiden speech I committed to providing the strongest voice on the issues that matter to communities across our constituency.
“My focus will be on delivering results and I have a plan to achieve that.
“But I also have a crucial role to play in holding the new government to account – something I have been tasked to do by my constituents.
“I will be an MP for everyone across our constituency, whether you voted for me or not.
“If there’s anything I can do to help then please don’t hesitate to get in touch.”
Mr Thomas, a former Wychavon District Council leader, polled 16,533 at the general election on July 4, with a majority of 3,016 over second-placed Neena Gill (Labour).
Prior to the evening, the Conservatives had a 23,106 majority but – after the build-up and the exit polls – it was clear the margin would be nowhere near that.
He added he wanted to play his part on helping rebuild the Conservative Party.
On the national picture, he said: “We knew it was going to be a tough election – the polls have said that for many weeks and months.
“But I put everything into this and was confident – I’m grateful to the people of Bromsgrove for backing me and I look forward to being a great Member of Parliament for them.”
He said his experience as leader of Wychavon council had put him in good stead to address the issues which mattered to people and added he wanted to be ‘Bromsgrove’s biggest and best ambassador’.
“I want to be there for and represent everyone – not just in the town centre but right across the patch, including villages such as Hagley, Rubery, Alvechurch and Wythall,” he added.
