As the UK prepares for the General Election 2024, the agricultural sector and rural communities stand at a pivotal crossroads. This election holds significant implications for farming policies, environmental regulations, rural development, and trade agreements. Our comprehensive coverage will delve into how each political party's platform addresses these crucial issues, providing in-depth analysis and expert opinions to keep you informed. Stay updated with the latest news, insights, and developments that will shape the future of agriculture in the UK during this critical election period. The UK's next General Election will be held on 4th July 2024.
Welsh Conservative Shadow Rural Affairs Minister James Evans has written a blog for ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Guardian outlining his party's backing for the farming community, agriculture's vital role to Wales and Labour's Sustainable Farming Scheme
The Scottish Conservatives have released their General Election manifesto with priorities for how the party will support farming and agriculture
Ms Hacking will be standing as a Conservative candidate in Ashton-under-Lyne at the General Election
Mr Packham has gained support from the likes of Dame Judi Dench, Emma Thompson, Stephen Fry and Iwan Rheon ahead of the march to Parliament Square
This week from ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Guardian's editor Olivia Midgley
Sir Mark Spencer said Labour needs to understand how 'devastating' it could be if it imposed an inheritance tax on agricultural estates and property
Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs, Land Reform and Islands Mairi Gougeon said she had received no response to letters sent to Steve Barclay
The former UKIP leader said British farming needs reform in order to 'take advantage' of Brexit
Scottish Conservative Party leader Douglas Ross said agriculture will be a priority for every Scottish Conservative MP elected at the General Election on July 4
Farmer turned SNP candidate for Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross Dr Lucy Beattie said it would be a privilege to represent constituents in a place where she lives and works