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Debate secured on how large solar farm developments 'risk' food security and farm businesses

MPs are due to discuss the impact of large-scale solar developments on farming and rural communities

Chris Brayford
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Dr Caroline Johnson, MP for Sleaford and North Hykeham, said: "Mr Miliband鈥檚 strategy seems to be to sign thousands of acres of farmland for these installations, with seemingly little thought provided to our rural communities and wider agricultural strategy."
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Dr Caroline Johnson, MP for Sleaford and North Hykeham, said: "Mr Miliband鈥檚 strategy seems to be to sign thousands of acres of farmland for these installations, with seemingly little thought provided to our rural communities and wider agricultural strategy."

A debate is due to be held on how large-scale solar farms are impacting farmers, rural communities and the UK's food security. Dr Caroline Johnson, MP for Sleaford and North Hykeham, said the debate...

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