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More funding to be made available for farmers affected across the whole of England
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Legislation ending exports of livestock for slaughter and fattening receives Royal Assent
Energy Security Secretary has told Parliament that with growing geopolitical tension, the best agricultural land must be protected for food security.
Experts can now apply to advise Defra on new ways to finance innovation and achieve a return on investment, including the possibility of a dedicated fund
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak sets out his blueprint to boost British fruit and vegetable sector as the first UK Food Security Index is published.
At the Farmers Weekly Transition Live Event, Environment Secretary Steve Barclay gave a speech outlining the support available from government for farmers
The government has set out plans to make the UK food supply chain most cutting-edge in the world
UK government joins G7 nations and calls for swift action to protect marine habitats and halt biodiversity loss.
The UK Government will introduce new world-leading legislation to ban wet wipes containing plastic.
Future Winemakers’ Scheme will help domestic wine sector to continue its success
Compensation will provide support for fishers to remain in the industry and diversify
The government has published its response to the Independent Review of Protected Site Management on Dartmoor.
Up to £11 million from water company fines and penalties will be reinvested to directly improve the water environment.
New measures will close existing loopholes exploited by unscrupulous breeders and traders
Views sought on targeted culling with increased use of badger vaccination
Environment Secretary launches proposals to make food labelling clearer and fairer, delivering on commitment to back British farming
Thousands of spills to be prevented by increased investment this year.
Will Quince MP appointed to conduct review into public sector food procurement
It is now illegal to own an XL Bully dog unless it is registered and complies with strict rules including being neutered and muzzled in public
Prime Minister and Environment Secretary attend NFU Conference and announce range of measures to ensure all farmers and producers are treated fairly.
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