NFU Scotland accused of being 'too close' to Scottish Government

NFU Scotland has been accused of becoming ‘emasculated’ by its proximity to Scottish Government.

Ewan Pate
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NFU Scotland accused of being 'too close' to Scottish Government

NFU Scotland has been accused of becoming emasculated by its proximity to Scottish Government. The charge was made by Aberdeenshire farmer and former NFUS vice-president Peter Chapman, who claimed the...

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