51AVÊÓÆµ

Farron rules himself out in race for EFRA job

Westmorland and Lonsdale MP says he is better placed to challenge rural policy from House of Commons

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 1 min read
LibDem MP Tim Farron says has ruled himself out of race to become new EFRA chair
Image:

LibDem MP Tim Farron says has ruled himself out of race to become new EFRA chair

Liberal Democrat Rural Affairs spokesperson Tim Farron has ruled himself out of the race to become the next EFRA Select Committee chair, saying he believes he can challenge the Government most effectively...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

Ìý

More on Politics

Newly elected Makerfield MP Andy Burnham promises to 'revisit' Inheritance Tax changes

Newly elected Makerfield MP Andy Burnham promises to 'revisit' Inheritance Tax changes

Sir Keir Starmer's leadership rival says it is important family farms are 'listened to' as he commits to address business and tax rates

Jane Thynne
clock 19 June 2026 • 2 min read
Opinion: Time for warm words to turn into substance for Scotland

Opinion: Time for warm words to turn into substance for Scotland

Alex Black
clock 19 June 2026 • 2 min read
Opinion: Say hello to yet another new Farming Minister

Opinion: Say hello to yet another new Farming Minister

Farmers Guardian's chief reporter says the new Farming Minister must quickly move away from the niceties of the meet and greets and in his own words ‘get to work'

Rachael Brown
clock 19 June 2026 • 1 min read