Defra 'discussing' delay to BPS phase out as Ag Bill faces further hold up

Defra Ministers are ‘in constant discussion’ with industry about delaying the phase out of direct payments, as the Agriculture Bill faces a fresh hold up due to the coronavirus epidemic.

Abi Kay
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Defra 'discussing' delay to BPS phase out as Ag Bill faces further hold up

Defra Ministers are ‘in constant discussion' with industry about delaying the phase out of direct payments, as the Agriculture Bill faces a fresh hold up due to the coronavirus epidemic. Parliament...

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