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General Election 2024

As the UK prepares for the General Election 2024, the agricultural sector and rural communities stand at a pivotal crossroads. This election holds significant implications for farming policies, environmental regulations, rural development, and trade agreements. Our comprehensive coverage will delve into how each political party's platform addresses these crucial issues, providing in-depth analysis and expert opinions to keep you informed. Stay updated with the latest news, insights, and developments that will shape the future of agriculture in the UK during this critical election period.  The UK's next General Election will be held on 4th July 2024.

Sir Mark Spencer loses seat at General Election

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Sir Mark Spencer loses seat at General Election

He had served as Farming Minister since September 2022 when he was appointed by then Prime Minister Liz Truss

clock 05 July 2024 • 2 min read
Labour's Sir Keir Starmer becomes Prime Minister after historic landslide victory for Labour Party

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Labour's Sir Keir Starmer becomes Prime Minister after historic landslide victory for Labour Party

Labour party has pledged to champion British farming whilst protecting the environment

clock 05 July 2024 • 5 min read
Badger culling General Election pledge was 'like a knife between the shoulder blade'

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Badger culling General Election pledge was 'like a knife between the shoulder blade'

NFU National Livestock Board chair David Barton said the description of badger culling in the eradication of Bovine TB as 'ineffective' in the Labour Party manifesto was 'personal' and 'deeply upsetting' to farmers and businesses

clock 04 July 2024 • 3 min read
How could the General Election shape up the political structure in the House of Commons?

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How could the General Election shape up the political structure in the House of Commons?

As farmers head to the polls, a General Election survey suggests Labour could be on course to win a majority of over 200 seats in Parliament

clock 04 July 2024 • 2 min read
From the Prime Minister to the Farming Minister: Rural seats to watch in the General Election

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From the Prime Minister to the Farming Minister: Rural seats to watch in the General Election

The seats to watch as the results roll in

clock 04 July 2024 • 2 min read
General Election countdown: What are the main farming points from each party?

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General Election countdown: What are the main farming points from each party?

A General Election will be held on July 4, the Prime Minister has confirmed

clock 04 July 2024 • 12 min read
Have the Conservatives all but admitted defeat in the General Election?

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Have the Conservatives all but admitted defeat in the General Election?

Cabinet Minister Mel Stride said it was now a case of holding a strong opposition to a potential majority-led Labour Government

clock 03 July 2024 • 3 min read
Can parties deliver for the farming and rural sector after the General Election?

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Can parties deliver for the farming and rural sector after the General Election?

Savill's head of rural research Kelly Hewson-Fisher has offered analysis of what political parties could offer farmers and rural communities ahead of the General Election

clock 03 July 2024 • 5 min read
Janet Finch-Saunders - Welsh Conservatives on the General Election: "Is it right for the Welsh Government to be telling farmers how to farm? Absolutely not"

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Janet Finch-Saunders - Welsh Conservatives on the General Election: "Is it right for the Welsh Government to be telling farmers how to farm? Absolutely not"

Welsh Conservative Janet Finch-Saunders has written a blog for Íæż½ã½ã on the General Election and what it could mean for Welsh farmers

clock 03 July 2024 • 4 min read
Farming matters: Brian Richardson - 'Íæż½ã½ã will keep on doing what they do so well'

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Farming matters: Brian Richardson - 'Íæż½ã½ã will keep on doing what they do so well'

Farming is a long term business, and farmers need to be able to plan ahead particularly when there is pressure to look at even more environmental outcomes says Virgin Money UK head of agriculture

clock 02 July 2024 • 3 min read