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New Animal Welfare Strategy
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has unveiled our new Animal Welfare Strategy, bringing forward some of the strongest changes to animal welfare in a generation.
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A look forward to 2026
Over the past year, alongside colleagues in the Labour Rural Research Group (LRRG), I’ve continued to work closely with local farmers. I’ve met with more than 50 farmers across North West Leicestershire and have consistently pressed the Government to rethink its Inheritance and Property relief proposals.
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Farming IHT Update
Over the past year, alongside colleagues in the Labour Rural Research Group (LRRG), I’ve continued to work closely with local farmers. I’ve met with more than 50 farmers across North West Leicestershire and have consistently pressed the Government to rethink its Inheritance and Property relief proposals.
22/12/2025Read More
GET IN TOUCH
As your local MP there are a number of different things I can help you with or offer advice on, such as; benefits, immigration, tax issues, problems with the NHS, child maintenance and education matters.
I would love to hear from you about what you think my priorities should be as your MP for North West Leicestershire and what matters most to you.
Please use the contact form to get in touch with me. Please remember to provide as many details as possible, including your name, address and full details of your issue.
📖🌍 Today is World Book Day! 🌍📖
Children are far more likely to read when they genuinely enjoy it, and World Book Day helps make reading exciting and engaging. It gives children choice, confidence, and a sense of fun when picking up a book.
This year, the team and I have shared some of our favourite childhood stories. What's yours? Let me know in the comments below! 👇 ... See MoreSee Less
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I’ve been monitoring local fuel prices since July 2024, comparing forecourts here with nearby areas. Today, I raised the increases we’ve seen over the last few days following the ongoing conflict in the Middle East with the Secretary of State for Energy Security & Net Zero.
I also raised the importance of continuing to move away from fossil fuels to secure our future energy supply. We need clean, homegrown power that protects us from volatile global oil and gas markets.
I was pleased to hear that our government is continuing to monitor the fast-moving situation and will act to provide support where and if it's needed, just as we have done recently to help bring down household energy costs.
Following the statement in the house, I will be writing to the department to highlight the immediate jump in local prices across forecourts and heating oil in North West Leicestershire. ... See MoreSee Less
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The Labour Government is providing £500,000 in grants to boost Armed Forces Day celebrations across the country, with up to £10,000 available per event.
Armed Forces Day activities can range from community picnics and barbecues to live music, parades, stalls hosted by local military units or veterans’ associations, hands‑on experiences, and talks from inspiring service personnel.
Events can be organised by anyone, and every year, hundreds of councils, schools, sports clubs, community groups and charities host gatherings that bring people together in support of our Armed Forces.
Grant funding can help cover costs such as road closures, event branding and decorations, advertising, stewards and security, insurance, PA systems and communication equipment.
Find out more and apply by 30th March via the link below: www.armedforcesday.org.uk/.../organise-your-own.../ ... See MoreSee Less
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I managed to speak about the lack of local bus provision across North West Leicestershire again recently, this time highlighting the long-gone services that used to connect Heather with Ibstock and other local areas. (Link to the full speech in the comments)
I'm aware that Arriva have recently announced some further changes to services in North West Leicestershire, and I want to hear what this means for you. Please drop me an email with your thoughts on the changes that are coming in April to [email protected]. (You can view the changes here: www.arrivabus.co.uk/latest-news/improving-our-services-for-nw-leicestershire
I will continue battling for better buses from private operators and Leicestershire County Council. We are giving them the cash and powers to enhance and protect our services for communities like Heather. For too long, our communities have been disconnected bus route by bus route. ... See MoreSee Less
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Following the Government’s recent announcement of proposals for the SEND system, which are now open for consultation, I’ll be holding two further roundtables in the coming weeks to hear your views. Your feedback will help inform my full response to the consultation.
You can read summaries of the proposals and what they mean here:
www.gov.uk/government/publications/school-send-reforms-sheets
I’ve also shared a short overview on my Facebook page here:
www.facebook.com/AmandaHackMP/posts/pfbid02DHmnUvNNpkbuSoBE9PxBgHdELPxMtXMga4cW5LZaq43rikTUT3Y4gA...
If you’d like to attend one of the roundtables, please register here:
www.amandahack.com/campaigns/send-roundtable-march-april-2026/
(If you have already submitted a request you will be contacted shortly will all the relevant details.)
You’re also very welcome to email your thoughts for inclusion in our office’s submission. Please send them to:
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SEND Roundtable March / April 2026 | Amanda Hack MP
www.amandahack.com
Following the recent government announcement of proposals to change the SEND system in the future, which are now being consulted on, Amanda will be holding two further roundtables in the coming weeks ...1 CommentsComment on Facebook
The latest travel advice information for British nationals in the Middle East: Gov.uk/middle-east-updates
This includes countries with updated travel advice and links to Register Your Presence. ... See MoreSee Less
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🌾 Backing our farmers
At this weeks National Farmers Union (NFU) conference Emma Reynolds, the Secretary of State for the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, announced how we are backing our farmers:
✅ An updated Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) that’s simpler and fairer, with priority for small farms.
✅ Over £345 million in grants to back sustainable farming, new equipment, innovation and infrastructure.
✅ A new consultation on vet visits to strengthen animal health and welfare.
I'm committed to supporting our local farmers, which is why I'm taking part in the NFU's fellowship scheme this year to continue learning more about this vital industry and why I have met with so many local farmers since being elected.
This is about backing British farmers, supporting rural communities like ours, and building a more sustainable future for agriculture.
Read more here: www.farmersguide.co.uk/business/politics/emma-reynolds-announces-345m-boost-for-farm-innovations-... ... See MoreSee Less
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Busy day today so far. I’ve met with constituents from across the area at a couple of different meetings, discussing things from job support to Banking Hubs!
I’m also aware of a number of flooding issues across the constituency today following heavy rain overnight. Some flood alerts remain in place, you can check these here: check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/alerts-and-warnings?ext=-1.424411,52.6581,-1.320595,52.771562
I’ve already spoken with Severn Trent Water, Leicestershire County Council and the Environment Agency about specific areas and their response.
Please report any flooding to LCC as the lead flood authority here: www.leicestershire.gov.uk/environment-and-planning/flooding-and-drainage
Please take extra care when out on the roads today. ... See MoreSee Less
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I'm really pleased to see that Leicestershire County Council have decided NOT to close the specialist SEND nurseries across the county following the strength of feeling from residents across Leicestershire.
I heard from a number of constituents who contacted me to raise their concerns that the possible closures further disregard the struggles faced by parents and guardians of SEND children.
Having met with the Chief Executive of Menphys to listen to the impact that these closures will have on Leicestershire residents, inside and outside of my constituency, I submitted my response based on those experiences of my constituents.
This was another example of unwarranted cuts by the current administration at county hall. That follows cuts announced to the School Food Service earlier this year and allowing our bus routes in North West Leicestershire to be cut, despite extra government funding. ... See MoreSee Less
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