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Alicia Kearns Excerpts
Thursday 28th October 2021

(2 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Victoria Prentis Portrait Victoria Prentis
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I would be delighted to meet the hon. Gentleman, as I have many times to discuss the important issue of food poverty. I take the opportunity to commend him for his work with Fans Supporting Foodbanks, which is a great initiative. I thank all those involved.

Alicia Kearns Portrait Alicia Kearns (Rutland and Melton) (Con)
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When people think of great British cheese, they think of Stilton, which was invented in my constituency. In the national food strategy, there are concerns that we will be forced to change that amazing national recipe to reduce the salt content. Will the Minister meet me to discuss that vital issue and my campaign to open a Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs office in the rural capital of food, Melton Mowbray?

Victoria Prentis Portrait Victoria Prentis
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I believe I am meeting my hon. Friend to discuss stilton and other important cheeses this afternoon.