In this episode of Meet the MP, Nicola Richards sits down with Bradley Thomas, Conservative MP for Bromsgrove, to talk about life in Parliament, the realities of opposition, and the issues shaping his first term.

Bradley reflects on the privilege (and frustrations) of being a new MP, from the limits of individual power in Westminster to the growing importance of constituency casework. He discusses how his background in local government and the energy sector has shaped his approach, including his work on the Energy Security and Net Zero Select Committee and his role supporting Claire Coutinho.

The conversation covers his campaign to regulate non-surgical cosmetic treatments, his fight to protect Bromsgrove’s green belt, and the challenges facing local high streets and public services. Bradley also shares his views on energy security, the North Sea, net zero, and why he believes the next general election will be fought around “security” in all its forms – economic, national, energy and border security.

A wide-ranging conversation on Parliament, principle, local campaigning and what it means to represent the place you call home. 

Meet the MP is an exciting new podcast from Cratus Group, hosted by Nicola Richards, Director of Cratus Group and former MP for West Bromwich East. This series offers listeners a unique opportunity to meet the fresh faces of British politics – the newly elected MPs from the 2024 General Election.