Conservative conference: Small abattoirs should benefit from earned recognition, says Farming Minister

Farming Minister Mark Spencer has said he will push for small abattoirs to be able to benefit from earned recognition in order to reduce veterinary presence.

Abi Kay
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Conservative conference: Small abattoirs should benefit from earned recognition, says Farming Minister

Farming Minister Mark Spencer has said he will push for small abattoirs to be able to benefit from earned recognition in order to reduce veterinary presence. His comments came shortly after John Mettrick,...

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