Politics

Supporting farmers to boost Britain's food security is one of five key priorities for the new Defra Secretary Steve Reed

Ed Barker, head of policy and external affairs at the Agricultural Industries Confederation, has reflected on some of the issues the new Labour Government needs to address in the agricultural sector

Mr Reed said a Labour Government would listen, respect and work in partnership with farmers and producers, ensuring they played a valued part in decision-making

After eight previous failed attempts to become an MP, Mr Farage had finally managed to gain election in the seat of Clacton with a majority of 8,405 votes

The Welsh Conservatives lost all 14 of their seats in the House of Commons

This week from Farmers Guardian editor Olivia Midgley

NSA president Phil Stocker said: "We want to start that stability with continuity with the shadow team that has engaged so far with industry. A change of personnel into these roles will not be welcomed"

After a night of political twists and turns, NFU Scotland said it was keen to work with new and re-elected MPs to deliver a sustainable and profitable future for Scotland's farmers and crofters

The former Defra Secretary Dr Therese Coffey has also been honoured with a Damehood