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    12 hours ago

    How has the movement of horses and pets between GB and NI and the EU changed since 1 January? On Tuesday, we’re asking witnesses from , and , plus , and See 👇

    We are questioning equine and pet experts: “How has new rules since 1 January affected horse and pet movements to the EU & NI?”. Watch live on Tuesday 18 May at 2.30pm. Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee
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  2. Retweeted
    May 11

    Our hearing on Environmental Land Management and the agricultural transition has started - our first panel is: ▪ () ▪ () and ▪ () Watch live NOW on

    We are questioning farming organisations: Will the new Environmental Land Management scheme work for farmers? Watch live on Tuesday 11 May at 2.30pm. Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee
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  3. May 11

    Welcome commitments in the on: 🌲binding environmental targets 🐶protections for animals 🚆 the UK’s infrastructure. But as we build back stronger nationally, we must also seek to restore UK's aid budget as soon as possible to protect world’s poorest.

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  4. Retweeted
    May 10

    We hope you can join us for our webinar on Wednesday. We're looking forward to hearing from who'll be talking about the report into public sector food procurement and , Chair of the NHS Food Review. Register here 👇

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    May 6

    On Tuesday our Environmental Land Management & the agricultural transition hearing will hear from , , + Julia Aglionby , Neil Shand , Phil Stocker See

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    May 5

    If you live in Devon, Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly polling stations open 7am-10pm TODAY!

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  7. May 5

    This morning, I chaired a discussion about sheep worrying. All dog owners have a responsibility to ensure their pets are under control, especially around livestock 🐑. When heading out along the footpaths, please follow the signs + ensure your dog is on a lead.

    Signs are there for a reason - please don't ignore them. This sign is available to download from our website at
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  8. Retweeted
    Apr 29

    Fantastic to see speaking about the high animal welfare and environmental standards of British agriculture, and celebrating grass-fed beef produced by farmers in Truro and Falmouth 🙌 Keep backing British farming, Cherilyn 👏 🇬🇧🧑‍🌾

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  9. Apr 29

    Fantastic news! The Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Act is now law. Finally, the worst animal abusers will be met with a prison sentence of up to 5 years- a measure I have been calling for since 2016. Well done + to everyone who made this possible🐶

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    Apr 28

    We’ve published our new report on seafood and meat exports to the EU We call on to: ✔seek reductions in red tape ✔support small businesses ✔ensure there are enough public vets ✔engage with the EU Read our press release 👇

    “Even as 'teething problems' are sorted, serious barriers remain for British seafood and meat exporters to the EU, and it is now imperative that the Government take steps to reduce these”, Neil Parish MP, Chair, Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee
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  11. Apr 29

    Cutting aid for water projects & family planning in the world's poorest nations is the wrong approach for Global Britain. We must investigate where savings can be made, but we cannot cut vital lifesaving projects. We must reinstate the 0.7% spend on aid, as I called for in March:

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    Apr 29

    Fantastic to see Chair of the Comittee recognise the role of farming in producing healthy, delicious and high-quality food for the nation, as well as maintaining the countryside for us all to enjoy 🥩🥓🥚🍏🥕🥦

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  13. Apr 28

    I spoke in Parliament on the importance of British meat and dairy products. I argued that we should look to cut methane in meat and dairy production 🐄 whilst being cautious on importing substitutes which damage the environment, such as soya beans grown on deforested land.🌲🌲🌲

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    Apr 28

    "Our report found that 'buying British' does not have to be more expensive—and at the same time we can support local, seasonally produced food, which is often healthier for the consumer" Well said !🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

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    Apr 27

    Our hearing on the Trade & Agriculture Commission’s report has started - watch live at 📺

    Only 1️⃣ hour til our hearing with the Trade & Agriculture Commission’s former Chair, Tim Smith + TAC members & Dr Nigel Gibbens We're asking how will new UK trade deals support British farmers, food producers & consumers Watch at 2.30pm 📺
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    Apr 26

    The chair of is among those calling for government plans to tackle food poverty - after the UK's leading foodbank network said it gave out a record 2.5million parcels in the past year. Listen to our chat with here: ➡️🔊 /

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  17. Apr 22

    Dog theft is on the rise. Not only does it cause great harm + distress to animals but robs families of their much loved pets. The new is greatly welcome but we need stronger punishments to tackle this vile crime🐶. My question to this morning⬇️

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    Apr 20

    We’ve published our report on the Govt’s rules about how hospitals, schools and prisons buy their food, calling for ✔updated nutrition & animal welfare standards ✔closure of loopholes ✔greater monitoring For more info, see👇

    Government buying standards should be urgently updated and made mandatory across the public sector to support high standards, small businesses and British farmers. Neil Parish MP, Chair. Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee
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    Apr 20

    Our hearing on moving animals across borders has now concluded. Thanks to all our witnesses for their time. Watch the session again at 📺 A transcript will be available in the coming days on our website

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  20. Apr 20

    Excellent report by on UK progress towards . We have made good progress to date in greening the power sector, but clear that we must cut emissions further and faster across the rest of our economy to stay on track🌍.

    🚨New report🚨 We're tracking UK policy on reaching throughout this crucial year for Our latest update shows the UK isn’t cutting carbon fast enough But there’s still time to put it right Read the report 👉 🧵 1/4
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