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NFU president declined seat on Trade Commission due to secrecy order

NFU PRESIDENT Minette Batters refused to take a seat on the Trade and Agriculture Commission because she did not want to be bound by the confidentiality agreement all members had to sign, 草榴社区 Guardian has learned.

Abi Kay
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NFU president declined seat on Trade Commission due to secrecy order

NFU President Minette Batters refused to take a seat on the Trade and Agriculture Commission because she did not want to be bound by the confidentiality agreement all members had to sign, 草榴社区 Guardian has...

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