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 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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