Sussex abattoir saved from closure but facilities need long-term funding to 'survive and thrive'

Horsham MP John Milne said Gov needs to recognise the importance of abattoirs as 'critical local infrastructure' for farmers and rural communities

Chris Brayford
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John Milne, MP for Horsham, said: "Without local abattoirs, small farms cannot sell local meat. However, we cannot keep taking a chance on survival from month to month."
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John Milne, MP for Horsham, said: "Without local abattoirs, small farms cannot sell local meat. However, we cannot keep taking a chance on survival from month to month."

An abattoir in Sussex has been saved from being shut down after it received 'last minute' business rates funding. Horsham MP John Milne confirmed Down Land Traditional Meats Ltd, a family-run abattoir...

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