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If the Tories are not prepared to stand up for farmers, they should not expect rural votes

If the Conservatives are not prepared to stand up for farmers now and protect them from low-standard imports, they should not expect rural votes when they come knocking for support at the next election, says Labour Shadow Defra Secretary Luke Pollard.

Farmers Guardian
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If the Tories are not prepared to stand up for farmers, they should not expect rural votes

If the Conservatives are not prepared to stand up for farmers now and protect them from low-standard imports, they should not expect rural votes when they come knocking for support at the next election,...

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