All Government articles
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NewsDefra announces £1bn investment in National Biosecurity Centre
Defra has revealed that the country’s ability to prevent a future pandemic has been “significantly enhanced” with the unveiling of an investment into a new National Biosecurity Centre.
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NewsQMS identifies “creepage of imports” as it backs local red meat
QMS and the SRMRG highlighted the support for the Scottish red meat industry at the 2025 Royal Highland Show.
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NewsMPs debate non-stun slaughter in Parliament
After gaining more than 109,000 signatures, a petition to ban non-stun slaughter in the UK was debated in Westminster Hall.
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NewsNFU responds to Defra plans to introduce Electronic ID for cattle
The National Farmers’ Union has welcomed the Government’s decision to invest in mandatory electronic ID for newborn calves but wants the changes to go further.
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NewsScotland First Minister considers Climate Change Committee recommendations on livestock numbers
Industry has responded to a Climate Change Committee report that details plans to reduce livestock numbers by 28% by 2035.
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NewsAHDB reports US audits will secure market access
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has reiterated the importance of safeguarding market access for the red meat sector.
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NewsIndustry responds to new UK/EU SPS agreement
Government confirmed a new agreement with the European Union, which it said would “grow the economy” while backing British jobs.
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NewsEfra report calls on Government to delay IHT until 2027
The Efra Committee has urged Government to delay the implementation of IHT changes to “allow for better formulation of tax policy”.
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NewsGovernment reopens SFI scheme after legal threat from NFU members
Defra has been forced to “retake” it’s decision to close the 2024 SFI scheme to thousands of applicants following an NFU-backed threat of legal action by farmers.
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NewsUK agrees reciprocal market access on beef in US trade deal
The UK Government has secured a trade agreement with the US, with the Prime Minister claiming it will “protect British business and British jobs”.
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NewsMPs discuss support for small abattoirs in Westminster Hall debate
Sarah Dyke MP led a Westminster Hall debate, speaking of the importance of the continuation of the small abattoir discount on inspection charges.
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NewsUK agrees trade deal with India
The Department for Business and Trade has announced that it has secured a trade deal with India, the fastest-growing economy in the G20.
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NewsNational Food Crime Unit granted new powers
FSA’s National Food Crime Unit has been equipped with specific investigatory powers under The Police and Criminal Evidence Act.
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NewsAIMS calls for regulatory reform
In his keynote address to the AIMS 25th anniversary conference, executive director Jason Aldiss appealed for changes to the meat inspection regulatory regime.
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NewsBritish businesses to be defended against unfair trade practices
Government will review the customs treatment of Low Value Imports and defend the UK against certain unfair international trade practices.
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NewsBPC urges Government to “stand firm” in US trade talks
The British Poultry Council says that Government must not cross food standards “red lines” in a UK-US trade deal.
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NewsNFU sets out 10-year vision for British beef sector
The NFU has unveiled its vision for the beef sector, setting out key actions needed to secure a profitable and sustainable future.
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NewsUK Farm Assurance Review monitoring and reporting update
Dr David Llewellyn, UK Farm Assurance Review lead commissioner, has published an update giving further information on its monitoring and reporting stage.
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NewsGovernment updates foot and mouth disease restrictions
Defra has updated its restrictions on imports for personal use.
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NewsNSA responds to Scottish Government Farm Business Survey
The NSA says that positivity is needed after report shows “grim” sheep profit figures.
