Alicia Kearns MP met with representatives from the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) and British Sugar at a sugar beet farm in Barrowden to learn more about the homegrown beet sugar industry.
Sheffield Hallam University recently published a new report into Uyghur forced labour in solar supply chains, dedicating five pages to Canadian Solar, the primary developer behind Mallard Pass Solar Plant.
Alicia Kearns MP visited Support and Connections in Melton to hear more about the charity's role in supporting disabled adults with disabilities, learning difficulties, and complex needs.
Alicia Kearns, Member of Parliament for Rutland and Melton, said:
In September last year Alicia secured a commitment from Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board (ICB) to work with Melton Borough Council to explore plans for a second practice in Melton.
On Tuesday 1st August Alicia Kearns MP visited St George’s Barracks in North Luffenham to learn more about the Regiment, the training of dogs, and the support available for military personnel and their families.
Alicia Kearns MP met with founders of Cidentro Cider House, Hiranthi and Matthew. for a tour of their 540-tree cider orchard in Twyford, and to learn more about the production of this local cider.