Ben Reid Garden Centre and Nursery in Aberdeen had the privilege of host two distinguished political figures last week . On Thursday , August 31 , Stephen Flynn , Member of Parliament for Aberdeen South and Leader of the SNP in the House of Commons , visited the garden centre . His sojourn direct to shed light on the fight proceeds face the horticultural industry in Scotland .
Stephen Flynn engaged in a rich discussion with Simon Fraser , the music director of Ben Reid Garden Centre and Nursery , delve into theme such as the use of peat by commercial grower , plant wellness concern , and the challenges of spell flora . They discussed the Horticultural Trades Association ’s active lobbying campaign with Defra and the Scottish Government to address these critical issues . Simon also highlighted the financial strains placed on small patronage , let in the taxing cost of rate , utilities , escalating insurance premiums , and IT license .
As part of the visit , Ben Reid donate a Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree to a community garden or public infinite of Mr. Flynn ’s choosing this fall .
On Tuesday , August 29 , Audrey Nicoll , Member of the Scottish Parliament for Aberdeen South , also made a special visit to Ben Reid to gather with Katie Lindsay , another director of the middle . The purpose of her visit was to promote the # ScotlandLovesLocal week initiative . A passionate gardener herself and a frequent visitant to the garden centre , Audrey Nicoll shared her enthusiasm for local horticultural businesses . As a souvenir of appreciation , Ben Reid has also pledged a tree to be placed in a deserving location of Audrey ’s selection .
At a Scotch Parliamentary event sooner this yr , held by the Horticultural Trades Association to discuss the Environmental Horticulture Growth Strategy for Scotland , many MSPs pledged to establish a tree in their residential district . The initiative is kindly buy at by members of the HTA .
Simon Fraser commented : " We were pleased to support these visit as they facilitate highlight the full of life role that horticulture plays in our community and the dynamic engagement of political leader in addressing the diligence ’s challenge . Ben Reid Garden Centre and Nursery remain dedicated to corroborate the growth of sustainable gardening in Scotland and beyond . "
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