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Places for Growth: DEFRA Office (Melton)
19 July 2021
Lead MP
Alicia Kearns
Debate Type
Adjournment Debate
Tags
Benefits & WelfareAgriculture & Rural Affairs
Other Contributors: 2
At a Glance
Alicia Kearns raised concerns about places for growth: defra office (melton) in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The MP made the case for DEFRA to open an office in Melton Mowbray, arguing it would boost rural levelling up. She highlighted Melton's agricultural and food heritage, its strategic location, connectivity, educational offer, quality of life, and community support. She urged DEFRA to move closer to where policies are implemented to improve policy relevance.
Lindsay Hoyle
Lab
Chorley
The Speaker expressed his passion for the case made by Alicia Kearns and welcomed her proposal.
Rebecca Pow
Con
Taunton Deane
The Minister acknowledged Melton Mowbray's agricultural and food production hub status, its strategic location, and DEFRA’s existing presence in the east midlands. She welcomed the proposal for a potential new DEFRA office in Melton Mowbray.
Government Response
The Minister thanked Alicia Kearns for her debate and proposals, highlighting Melton’s significance to DEFRA. She noted DEFRA's current presence in the east midlands and its commitment to levelling up all parts of the country. The Minister announced that officials will consider Melton Mowbray as a potential location for a new DEFRA office along with other options subject to value-for-money considerations.
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