Industry launches 'shadow' Trade Commission to challenge weak official body

Industry bodies have a launched a ‘shadow’ Trade and Agriculture Commission, after concerns were raised about the weakness of the official body set up by Government.

Abi Kay

29 September 2020 • 2 min read

Industry launches 'shadow' Trade Commission to challenge weak official body

Industry bodies have a launched a ‘shadow' Trade and Agriculture Commission, after concerns were raised about the weakness of the official body set up by Government. Farm groups have joined forces with...

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