Minister

For decades, Local Government Funding has not recognised that delivering services in beautiful rural areas like ours is more expensive. It is time we end rural disadvantage and improve rural infrastructure investment.

I was delighted to help secure £23.7 million in Levelling Up Funding in January 2023, a once in a generation amount of money which will shape the future of our communities. Progress continues to be made using this funding, including the launch of Rutland's new on-demand bus service, plans for a National Medi-Tech Innovation Centre, and revamping our tourism offer at Rutland County Museum.

Rurality should never serve as a barrier to our rural communities, and I will continue to fight to bring fairness to local Government funding to ensure we get the support and infrastructure we need.

News

Casterton College Rebuild Gets Underway

As part of Casterton College's rebuild, survey work is due to be undertaken during the Summer holidays, with a view to building work starting during the next academic year.Alicia Kearns, Member of Parliament for Rutland and Stamford, said:"It’s great news Casterton College has reached the next miles

Rutland Bus Service Set to be Expanded

From 4th August 2025, Rutland's on-demand bus service will be fully rolled out across the whole of Rutland connecting villages with main bus routes.Rutland County Council is hosting a series of roadshow events in Rutland's towns and villages this month and next for residents to learn more about the

Rutland's New On-Demand Bus Service Launches

The first zone of Rutland's new on-demand bus service starts today. Zone 1 covers Oakham and goes eastward to Clipsham and westwards to Whissendine and Melton Mowbray. If you live anywhere in the yellow zone on the map you can order an on-demand bus from today.

Alicia Kearns Encourages Local Small Businesses to Complete Survey

Alicia Kearns MP has launched a survey for small businesses in Rutland, Stamford, South Kesteven and the Harborough villages to feedback their views about any concerns or challenges they may be facing to ensure they receive the support needed.The short 10 question survey can be completed here.Alicia

Two Rutland Schools Awarded Condition Improvement Funding

Uppingham Community College and Langham Church of England Primary School are set to receive investment from the Government’s Condition Improvement Fund to improve the condition of school buildings.  The Department for Education administers Condition Improvement Funding to address significant c

Thousands of Homes and Businesses to Receive Lightning-Fast Broadband

38,600 homes and business across Leicestershire, Rutland, and Warwickshire will receive lightning-fast broadband as part of Project Gigabit. Thanks to a £71.5 million investment from the Government, even more homes and businesses are set to benefit from Project Gigabit, connecting hard-to-reach rur

Leicestershire and Rutland to Receive Over £287m from the Local Transport Fund

Leicestershire and Rutland to receive over £287 million from the East Midlands Local Transport Fund Today (26th February) it has been announced that Leicestershire and Rutland are set to receive £287,495,000 from the Government’s Local Transport Fund: Leicestershire’s share of the Local Transport