West Worcestershire MP Harriett Baldwin has urged businesses in Upton-upon-Severn to go for growth as the town benefits from a major £2 million investment to its road links. And the MP gathered with local councillors Jeremy Owenson, Andrea Morgan and Mike Morgan to discuss plans to encourage further growth across the area. Worcestershire LEP has funded the £2 million road improvements along the A4104 to protect it from flooding and the county council is also investigating a roundabout with the A38 to improve traffic flows to Worcester, Pershore and the motorway. And now the MP has met with councillors to discuss ways of encouraging more local residents and businesses to have their say in growth plans for Upton. Harriett said: “The major investment in infrastructure is really important for Upton’s businesses and tourist trade and once this first phase of work is completed, it will make a huge difference to flood resilience on the road into town. “Our local councillors are now going out and getting feedback on how to make the most of this investment and develop a comprehensive local plan. “This is a wider piece of work to help Upton’s community and its businesses to thrive and grow and I fully support the councillors’ efforts to develop this plan.” Photo: Councillors Mike Morgan, Andrea Morgan, Jeremy Owenson and Harriett Baldwin MP.