NFU responds to Agriculture Bill
NFU President Minette Batters said: “This Bill is one of the most significant pieces of legislation for farmers in England for over 70 years and it is absolutely vital that it is tailored to farming’s specific needs and ambitions...
Thursday, 16 January 2020 00:01
CLA President calls for more clarity on transition following release of Agriculture Bill
The CLA is pleased that the Agriculture Bill is back after an extensive delay, but is calling for urgent clarity from Government on transition...
Thursday, 16 January 2020 00:01
The government needs to counter its loss of clout in Europe after Brexit, says Institute for Government report
The UK needs to raise its game if it wants to remain influential in Europe, says a new report by the Institute for Government...
Wednesday, 15 January 2020 22:00
Ramblers comment on Agriculture Bill
Gemma Cantelo, head of policy and advocacy for the Ramblers, said...
Wednesday, 15 January 2020 18:54
Written statement on Business Update - Jan 15
Chris Skidmore (Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation): The UK Space Agency is offering young people expert advice and the chance to connect with space industry representatives...
Wednesday, 15 January 2020 18:30
Transport update: Flybe
Provides an update on Flybe and outlines upcoming work to review regional connectivity and Air Passenger Duty...
Wednesday, 15 January 2020 18:28
Extract from PMQs: Seasonal Agricultural Workers Scheme - Jan 15
Dave Doogan (Angus) (SNP): The seasonal agricultural workers scheme affords a limit of 10,000 temporary visas for agricultural workers to come and work in the UK in support of food production...
Wednesday, 15 January 2020 14:55
Extract from PMQs: Holocaust Memorial Day - Jan 15
Andrew Percy (Brigg and Goole) (Con): At the end of this month, on the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz...
Wednesday, 15 January 2020 14:54
Extract from PMQs: Erasmus Scheme - Jan 15
Douglas Chapman (Dunfermline and West Fife) (SNP): The writer and broadcaster Muriel Gray said last week that the end of the Erasmus scheme “is an utter disaster...
Wednesday, 15 January 2020 14:52
Extract from PMQs: Animal Welfare - Jan 15
Andrew Rosindell (Romford) (Con): As the Prime Minister knows only too well, Britain is a nation of animal lovers...
Wednesday, 15 January 2020 14:49