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Concerns for farmers' well-being as storms leave communities cut off

UFU urges Government to step up efforts to boost rural connectivity

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High winds were followed by heavy rains which wreaked havoc in Somerset
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High winds were followed by heavy rains which wreaked havoc in Somerset

The Ulster 草榴社区' Union (UFU) has raised serious concerns over the widespread disruption caused by Storm 脡owyn, saying the resulting isolation posed significant challenges to farm businesses and rural...

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