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Government policy uncertainty and isolation weigh on farmer mental health

Defra has been urged to take a more proactive role in tackling poor mental health

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Government policy uncertainty and isolation weigh on farmer mental health

Defra has been urged to take a more proactive role in tackling poor mental health in rural communities, as MPs flagged the impact of isolation, unpredictable crises and Government policy uncertainty on...

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