OFC21: Scottish Minister accuses Treasury of plot to slash payments to farmers

Scottish Rural Economy Secretary Fergus Ewing has accused the Treasury of plotting to cut payments to farmers under the guise of environmentalism.

Abi Kay
clock • 2 min read
OFC21: Scottish Minister accuses Treasury of plot to slash payments to farmers

Scottish Rural Economy Secretary Fergus Ewing has accused the Treasury of plotting to cut payments to farmers under the guise of environmentalism. Mr Ewing warned the decision not to recognise food...

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