PARLIAMENTARY EARLY DAY MOTION
Supporting business growth in Leicestershire (28 October 2024)

Motion Details

That this House commends Leicester for being recognised as the UK’s most entrepreneurial city, with one of the highest rates of new business creation in the country; acknowledges the essential role that entrepreneurs across Leicester and Leicestershire play in strengthening the UK economy through job creation, innovation, and community development; celebrates the diverse and resilient business communities across the region, reflecting the drive and creativity of local residents; and calls on the Government to support Leicester’s entrepreneurial spirit and encourage business growth throughout Leicestershire by investing in initiatives that foster sustainable development, support young entrepreneurs, and position the region as a model of economic vitality nationwide.

Sponsored by:
Shivani Raja (Conservative)

EDMS Sponsor By Party

Party
Votes
%
 
Conservative
1
33%
 
 
Democratic Unionist Party
1
33%
 
 
Independent
1
33%
 
Sponsor List (3 sponsors)
Party
Member
Constituency
Ind
Shockat Adam
Leicester South
Con
Shivani Raja (Sponsor)
Leicester East
DUP
Jim Shannon
Strangford

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