Anger over 'watered down' antibiotic restrictions

Campaigners have accused the Government of quietly changing restrictions on antibiotic use in farming ahead of a US trade deal.

Alex Black
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Anger over 'watered down' antibiotic restrictions

Campaigners have accused the Government of quietly changing restrictions on antibiotic use in farming ahead of a US trade deal. And animal welfare was back in the spotlight, as a US animal welfare charity...

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