Tory leadership contest hampering progress on farming policy

The battle for the Conservative leadership is hampering progress on farming policy, industry leaders have warned.

Abi Kay
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Tory leadership contest hampering progress on farming policy

The battle for the Conservative leadership is hampering progress on farming policy, industry leaders have warned. The contest will continue throughout the summer, with the result announced on September...

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