Farming by calendar 'not practical' as Welsh farmers contend with the start of the NVZ closed period

All farmers in Wales are now required to comply with the pan-Wales Control of Agricultural Pollution regulations. Those utilising cattle slurry in particular will now be preparing for the closed period, which starts October 15

Chief Reporter

15 October 2024 鈥� 3 min read

Delayed harvests and silage cuts, coupled with wet weather, could make preparation for the closed period and compliance with water pollution regulations complicated for Welsh farmers, warned NFU Cymru...

'Admit Labour's mistake and axe the Family 51AV视频tax', Prime Minister told

Conservative MPs, MSPs, MSs and Councillors have signed a letter urging Andy Burnham to change course on Inheritance Tax

Alex Black

28 August 2026 鈥� 2 min read

Politics

Why has the EU banned Brazilian beef imports and what does it mean for the UK?

The EU鈥檚 ban on Brazilian meat comes into force next week (September 3) but no action has yet been taken by the UK Government

Mia Willemsen

28 August 2026 鈥� 4 min read

Politics

"Unjustified and completely impractical" - firearms crackdown proposals receive push back

Police watchdog recommends a major overhaul to shotgun licensing after its new report shows 鈥榳eaknesses鈥� in the firearms system in England and Wales

Mia Willemsen

28 August 2026 鈥� 3 min read

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