Concerns for farmers' well-being as storms leave communities cut off

UFU urges Government to step up efforts to boost rural connectivity

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 4 min read
High winds were followed by heavy rains which wreaked havoc in Somerset
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High winds were followed by heavy rains which wreaked havoc in Somerset

The Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) has raised serious concerns over the widespread disruption caused by Storm Éowyn, saying the resulting isolation posed significant challenges to farm businesses and rural...

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