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Alicia Kearns MP hits out at Rutland County Council's handling of reorganisation decision (Photo: Grace Kennington)

Alicia Kearns: ‘There’s something very wrong, and deeply undemocratic, at Rutland County Council’

Alicia Kearns criticises Rutland County Council's handling of Local Government Reorganisation, calling it undemocratic compared to other councils.

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Rutland County Council opts to join new super council as part of local government reorganisation (Photo: Grace Kennington)

Rutland County Council opts for ‘least worst option’ in local government reorganisation

Rutland’s leadership will tell government it wants to create a new super council with its North Leicestershire neighbours after a final decision this afternoon.

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Posters and notices being left up long after their expiry date is causing unnecessary street clutter, says Oakham resident (Photo: Michael Baker)

Oakham resident speaks out against flyers being left up across town after events

23rd Nov 2025 | 1

Jobs this week include a position at Oakham School (Photo: Grace Kennington)

Jobs in Oakham this week: Oakham School, Rutland Council and more

22nd Nov 2025 |

Rutland County Councillors weigh up Local Government Reorganisation options (Photo: Oakham Nub News)

Rutland Councillors weigh up options ahead of reorganisation decision

21st Nov 2025 |

Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews responds to news his role as PCC will be abolished (Photo: Rupert Matthews)

Leicestershire and Rutland Police and Crime Commissioner reacts to news his role will be scrapped

20th Nov 2025 |

Rutland MP seeks legislation change to secure county's future (Photo: Oakham Nub News)

Alicia Kearns MP tables law change to protect Rutland’s ceremonial county status and calls for referendum

20th Nov 2025 | 1

Christmas is coming to Oakham this weekend with the market and Christmas Light Switch On (Photo: Grace Kennington)

What's on this weekend in Oakham: Christmas Light Switch On, comedy, live music and more

20th Nov 2025 |

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Oakham (LE150)

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Competitive salary £51,900- £56,000 (including shift allowances, DOE)Hot food restaurant on siteCareer growth opportunities with structured development & Mars UniversityPrivate healthcare + equal parental leaveGenerous pension (up to 9% contribution)Life assurance (4x salary)EV salary sacrifice schemeGym membership & wellbeing supportAnnual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with serviceFree parking on site

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Oakham (LE150)

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80000 Annual

Oakham (LE150)

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Business Development Manager - Oil & Gas £70,000 to £80,000 (Negotiable) + Bonus + Progression + International Travel + Hybrid Working + Benefits Oakham, East Midlands (Commutable from: Stamford, Leicester, Corby, Stamford, Melton Mowbray, Grantham) Are you a Business Development Manager, with experience within the Oil & Gas / petrochemicals industries, looking to join a world leading company, w click apply for full job details

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Regional Support Chef

Compass UK & Ireland

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Oakham (LE150)

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We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:Contributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking click apply for full job details

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