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Auction mart demolition raises concerns as farmers face 45-mile trip to sell livestock

The 草榴社区鈥� Union of Wales (FUW) has expressed its concerns over a council鈥檚 decision to push on with the closure of Cowbridge livestock market, which could see farmers face a 45-mile round trip to sell their animals.

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Auction mart demolition raises concerns as farmers face 45-mile trip to sell livestock

Despite working with the council, Ms Saunders warned FUW was concerned there were no firm plans to relocate the market. "Our very real fear is that when the site shuts down the new one will never be...

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