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Agri-food sector threatens legal action as NI politicians vote out NAP consultation plans

Pressure mounting on DAERA Minister Andrew Muir over bid to extend water rules

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Minister Muir has come under pressure from farmers and the food sector
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Minister Muir has come under pressure from farmers and the food sector

Pressure is mounting on Northern Ireland DAERA Minister Andrew Muir after MLAs in Stormont voted to scrap the controversial Nutrients Action Programme (NAP) consultation. The motion was put forward...

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