Stephen McPartland, Member of Parliament for Stevenage, was able to try first-hand what is involved to maintain the grounds for schools in Stevenage and the surrounding villages.  Aston-based family firm Frank Cooper and Son are responsible for the grounds maintenance at many of the schools, including Ashtree Primary School where Stephen and some of the pupils were able to examine a range of machinery at close hand.

Stephen said, "It was a fantastic experience to be given the opportunity to try out the different equipment and meet the team. It is a great company which takes massive pride in their work and builds fantastic relationships with the local community."