Rutland MP Alicia Kearns has again stepped up her fight for more police protection for Oakham residents following more 'unacceptable' behaviour in town last night.

The MP stepped up her campaign after liaising with police and councils on how to remedy the problems caused by thousands turning up to a 'religious' festival at Rutland Showground, as previously reported by Nub News.

The MP said today: "Last night there were more unacceptable disturbances and further intimidation of our community. There were a number of arrests yesterday at the Rutland Showground."

"Today I am focused on working on solutions to:

- Tackle the unacceptable noise levels. It is not acceptable that those at the showground are playing loud music after 11pm.

- Stop the racing on Oakham Bypass. Racing on public highways is a crime and I want a constant police presence on the bypass.

- Secure support for our businesses who should feel safe to remain open. Too many felt they had to close yesterday and today. The abuse of shop workers is appalling.

- Ensure the enhanced Police presence is maintained.

Mrs Kearns continued: "As I've been clear with Police, we need preemptive, and strong, policing at all times, especially evenings. I want the enhanced police units and drone unit maintained."

She added: "I will continue to demand more protections for us all and will continue to liaise with the Police, Council and our Police and Crime Commissioner.

"If there are any instances of lawbreaking, of any sort, please report them to the police immediately on 101 or 999 in an emergency or ongoing crime. Report breaking of COVID Measures here.

"The Police need you to report crimes and breaches."

Yesterday, police said they had stepped up patrols, which included the use of drones, as reported by Nub News.

They also gave some details of these extra patrols. They also [L] https://oakham.nub.news/n/rutland-volunteer-group-gives-anti-crime-advice-as-police-report-oakham-arrests [L+] carried out arrests.

Rutland Police said on twitter today: "Officers will continue to be in the local area of the showground today.

"Please report any ASB via our online reporting tool or via 101. Emergency call 999.

"Many thanks for your continued support."