Member

Bedworth is the largest town in our constituency. It, too, used to be a coalmining town, and contributed to the textile and ribbon-weaving industries. My grandad was a coalminer, so I remember the impact that the mines closing had on our communities. It is also why I am pleased to say that the Newdigate Colliery social club and the Miners’ Welfare Park remain as proud reminders of the town’s history.