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NFU releases new broadband report asking government to 'prioritise rural areas'
With only 4 per cent of farmers having access to superfast broadband, the roll-out of complete mobile networks and affordable reliable superfast…
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Momentum builds towards the EU referendum as unions put farming at the heart of Brexit debate
Momentum builds towards the EU referendum vote on 23 June as farming unions, leaders and ministers continue to put the nation's agricultural and food…
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On-the-spot fine of £400 for anyone caught illegally dumping waste
Anyone caught illegally dumping waste could soon face an on-the spot penalty of up to £400, the Environment Minister Rory Stewart announced today…
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Ulster Farmers' Union launches survey to its 12,000 members to find out what they think
The Ulster Farmers Union will use Balmoral Show to launch a survey to find out how its 12,000 plus members think about a range of issues – and it…
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Lack of devolution deal co-ordination puts rural growth opportunity at risk, says CLA
The government "must give clearer guidance" on co-ordination between devolved authorities if the Northern Powerhouse and Midlands Engine deals are to…
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BT invests £6bn to roll out superfast broadband amid warnings that more must be done in rural areas
BT has said that it is investing £6bn on Superfast Broadband Roll-out and 4G. The Countryside Alliance has welcomed the moved, but warns that more…
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Today's Scottish parliament elections bring new dynamic for the future of farmers and crofters
Voting in the Scottish Parliamentary elections has brought a new dynamic to Scottish politics for the five years ahead. The vote saw SNP secure 63…
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McDonald's to tour events championing British farming with a virtual reality show
McDonald’s is to tour agricultural events around Britain with a roadshow that uses virtual reality to bring people closer to the fast food chain’s…
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UK’s largest metaldehyde-free farming trial reveals 60% drop in reservoir chemical levels
The first year of the UK’s largest ever metaldehyde-free farming trial has seen a 60% drop in levels of the chemical detected in reservoir…
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New £400 fly-tipping penalties 'may not be enough'
New fixed penalty notices for fly tipping are to come into force on 9 May but there are fears they may not be enough to stem the rising tide of…
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