Debate secured in Parliament to discuss challenges farmers face in applying for Universal Credit

North East Fife MP Wendy Chamberlain said it was time for the Government to pay attention to the issues farmers faced in applying for Universal Credit after going through a challenging period

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North East Fife MP Wendy Chamberlain has confirmed there will be a debate in Parliament to discuss the challenges farmers face in accessing Universal Credit
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North East Fife MP Wendy Chamberlain has confirmed there will be a debate in Parliament to discuss the challenges farmers face in accessing Universal Credit

A Scottish MP has secured a Westminster debate to raise the profile of the challenges farmers face in accessing Universal Credit. MP for North East Fife Wendy Chamberlain has confirmed there will be...

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