Councillor Martin Straker Welds

I was delighted to be elected to represent the Moseley Ward.

I made three pledges during my campaign, which I am working hard to implement.

Firstly, I will fight to protect Moseley from the current cuts to our public services and voluntary groups. I have been disappointed to see that many cuts have been targeted at vulnerable people who really need our support - like those older and disabled people who rely on social care. I will do my best to lobby Birmingham City Council to reduce the impact of cuts on those who can least afford them.

Secondly, I want to build a caring community in which those who need support can find it. Moseley is a strong, creative, diverse and friendly community - that is why so many of us have been proud to make our homes here. Financial pressures must not be allowed to undermine this.

Finally, I want to get Birmingham City Council to involve the people of Moseley in decision-making on things which affect us. We need more decision-making to occur closer to local people - so that they can play a real part in making choices about their area and their services. That is why I am embarking on a rolling, year-round programme of street surgeries - so I can try and meet with as many people as possible to ensure their concerns are listened to.

That's enough about what I think- what do you think? Are there any other issues you want me to take up?

If so please let me know. You can email me at Martin.Straker.Welds@birmingham.gov.uk.

Council Service

Elected: Moseley Ward

Joined Council: 5 May 2011

Office Expires: 2022

Council Service: May 2011 to date

Political Party: Labour

Positions Held:
Labour Group Secretary
Cabinet Adviser (Corporate Parenting)

Committee Membership 2021 - 2022:
Council Business Management Committee
Commonwealth Games, Culture and Physical Activity Overview & Scrutiny Committee,
Licensing and Public Protection Committee,
Licensing Sub Committee A,
Planning Committee.