A public meeting last night about local government reorganisation in Rutland showed almost unanimous support for the county to join South Kesteven, North Kesteven and South Holland
in a new authority at the four proposals explained by Rutland and Stamford MP, the rest of which looked to Leicester and Leicestershire, including Rutland joining with Melton and Charnwood. As backed by the leader of Rutland County Council, a show of hands at the end of the discussion showed closer links looking east. South Kesteven District Councils leader Ashley Baxter was there to see it.
'I think there's commonality in the geography and the demographics of South Holland, the Kestevens and Rutland and we are market towns with the rural hinterland. We've got an agricultural industry, we've got a rich military heritage which also translates into servicing the defence industry. So we've got a lot in common, Rutland and Kesteven, and it definitely should be explored’.
More e-bikes to discover Rutland
A successful day of fundraising at Blackstones Football Club
Tributes paid to former Leader and Chairman of Rutland Council Council
Cyberwise campaign moves to Rutland
Discover Rutland Annual Tourism Forum at the Barnsdale
Have your say on childcare provision in Rutland
Weekend sports round up
The Stilton Cheese classic car vehicle run in Uppingham today
20th Anniversary Ball for the Evergreen Care Trust
Seasonal feast in Oakham tonight
International Cycle Race begins on Sunday
Deputy Prime Minister to look at issue of protection of Rutland's ceremonial status
