UK: Bayo Alaba Labour MP for Southend East and Rochford. “Hemp – despite its versatility and fit with what Labour is trying to achieve, the sector remains smaller than it should be. The gap between potential and delivery is why Parliamentarians need to pay attention.”

Source: https://labourlist.org/2026/02/sponsored-industrial-hemp-and-the-challenge-of-turning-labours-priorities-into-practice/ SPONSORED Bayo Alaba MP Bayo Alaba is the Labour MP for Southend East and Rochford When Labour came to power in July 2024, we were clear about our priorities: economic growth, good jobs, energy security and meeting our climate commitments in ways that strengthen communities. The challenge today isn’t in restating those priorities; […]