Efra Committee urges Government to allow 'proper scrutiny' of Australia deal

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee is urging the Government to allow ‘proper parliamentary scrutiny’ of any trade deal with Australia, amid mounting concerns about the agreement’s impact on UK farming.

Abi Kay
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Efra Committee urges Government to allow 'proper scrutiny' of Australia deal

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee is urging the Government to allow ‘proper parliamentary scrutiny' of any trade deal with Australia, amid mounting concerns about the agreement's...

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