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Liberal Democrats set out 'rescue plan' to farmers ahead of July General Election

Ed Davey, Lib Dem leader, has set out a plan for farmers, including £1 billion in extra funding for the agriculture budget, re-negotiating overseas trade deals with Australia and addressing worker shortages

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Ed Davey, Liberal Democrat leader: "British farmers are the best in the business, but Conservative neglect has left too many farmers on their knees."
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Ed Davey, Liberal Democrat leader: "British farmers are the best in the business, but Conservative neglect has left too many farmers on their knees."

The Liberal Democrats have launched a 'rescue plan' in Wales with a promise to champion British farming ahead of the General Election. Ed Davey, Lib Dem leader, has set out a 'rescue plan' for farmers,...

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