Farmers Should Be ‘Positive Not Fearful’ of Australia Deal, Says Trade Minister

Farmers Should Be ‘Positive Not Fearful’ of Australia Deal, Says Trade Minister
British sheep farmer, UK, on May 23, 2021. David Davies/PA
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A trade minister has claimed UK farmers should be “positive not fearful” of a proposed UK-Australia free trade agreement.

Greg Hands struck an optimistic tone in the Commons, despite fears raised by MPs on both sides of the House representing rural areas about the impact a deal could have on UK farming.