There has been much going on in our county this summer, writes MP for Grantham and Bourne Gareth Davies. After a good few weeks of sunny weather, summer is drawing to a close. Whether you took the opportunity to get out and about and enjoy the beautiful place we all call home or headed abroad, I hope that everyone has found time to make the most of a wonderful summer.
Schools return in just over a week, and I am sure that everyone would wish to join me in congratulating all those young people who received their A-Level , technical qualification, and GCSE results over the past week. We all know that examinations are not easy and often do not come without stress. Whatever the outcome, all who sat exams this year should be extremely proud of their efforts that have got them to this stage.
Whether sixth form, college, university, or heading directly into the world of work, there are a variety of options open to those leaving our local schools, all of equal value. I wish all of our young people the very best in whatever route they take. With Parliament on recess over the summer, my team and I continue to help residents with their concerns and to use the time to prepare for the autumn.
I was also pleased to be able to attend the Heckington Show for the first time, alongside so many people both from our area and all those from further afield who are attracted by this show each year. The show now falls within the new Grantham and Bourne constituency, but its reputation precedes it as.