Red diesel given green light for charity tractor runs

Farmers have welcomed the news that charity tractor runs can use red-diesel in their fundraising activities. 

Hannah Binns
News Reporter
clock • 1 min read
Red diesel given green light for charity tractor runs

Farmers have welcomed the news that charity tractor runs can use red-diesel in their fundraising activities. The Treasury confirmed its stance following months of industry lobbying and a subsequent...

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