New political farming landscape for Scotland after General Election

After a night of political twists and turns, NFU Scotland said it was keen to work with new and re-elected MPs to deliver a sustainable and profitable future for Scotland's farmers and crofters

Chris Brayford
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"But future agricultural and rural funding is key – an element that was not included in the Labour party manifesto for this election. An immediate priority is securing a commitment from the new UK Government on an increased, ring-fenced and multi-annual budget for farm support across the UK."
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"But future agricultural and rural funding is key – an element that was not included in the Labour party manifesto for this election. An immediate priority is securing a commitment from the new UK Government on an increased, ring-fenced and multi-annual budget for farm support across the UK."

A night of political twists and turns in Scottish politics was the precursor for a huge swathe of losses for John Swinney's Scottish National Party. The First Minister said it had been 'very difficult'...

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