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The Lord-Lieutenant Of Leicestershire Takes Part In A Tree Planting Event



The Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire, Mike Kapur OBE CStJ, has taken part in a tree planting event which united community leaders, students and environmental advocates.


The planting, which was led by the National Forest Company at Minorca Woods in Measham, saw the planting of two saplings which were blessed at a Service of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey in October 2022.


The event was also attended by National Forest chief executive John Everitt OBE, Leicestershire County Council vice chairman Councillor Richard Shepherd, Lord Mayor of Leicester Councillor Bhupen Dave, and students from Rushey Mead Academy in Leicester.


The trees symbolise unity, diversity and hope for a greener future, while also honouring those who served and lost their lives during the Covid-19 pandemic, while the planting highlighted the vital role of collaboration between local government, schools and the wider community in driving positive change.


Mr Kapur said:

“This inspiring event highlights nature's ability to heal and uplift, echoing the National Forest's mission to restore and reconnect people with the environment."

“The participation of Rushey Mead Academy pupils brought youthful energy and hope, underscoring the vital role of future generations in safeguarding and nurturing our natural world.”


Photo credit – National Forest

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The Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire, Mike Kapur OBE CStJ, has taken part in a tree planting event which united community leaders, students and environmental advocates.


The planting, which was led by the National Forest Company at Minorca Woods in Measham, saw the planting of two saplings which were blessed at a Service of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey in October 2022.


The event was also attended by National Forest chief executive John Everitt OBE, Leicestershire County Council vice chairman Councillor Richard Shepherd, Lord Mayor of Leicester Councillor Bhupen Dave, and students from Rushey Mead Academy in Leicester.


The trees symbolise unity, diversity and hope for a greener future, while also honouring those who served and lost their lives during the Covid-19 pandemic, while the planting highlighted the vital role of collaboration between local government, schools and the wider community in driving positive change.


Mr Kapur said:

“This inspiring event highlights nature's ability to heal and uplift, echoing the National Forest's mission to restore and reconnect people with the environment."

“The participation of Rushey Mead Academy pupils brought youthful energy and hope, underscoring the vital role of future generations in safeguarding and nurturing our natural world.”


Photo credit – National Forest

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