EU-NZ deal more favourable than UKs

Two Scottish Ministers have hit out at the UK Governments trade deal with New Zealand, noting the EU has secured more favourable terms for its farmers.

Ewan Pate
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EU-NZ deal more favourable than UKs

Two Scottish Ministers have hit out at the UK Governments trade deal with New Zealand, noting the EU has secured more favourable terms for its farmers. Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon and Trade...

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