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Farming Minister admits he needs security detail when visiting farmers

Daniel Zeichner told delegates at Future Countryside 2025 that he needs security protection while visiting farmers and rural communities

Chris Brayford
clock • 3 min read
Mr Zeichner said: "I hope you agree with me [that] I have [not] run away from engaging with the sector. Occasionally I now need a [security] escort."
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Mr Zeichner said: "I hope you agree with me [that] I have [not] run away from engaging with the sector. Occasionally I now need a [security] escort."

Farming Minister Daniel Zeichner has told farmers he sometimes needs security detail when visiting farming and rural communities. Speaking at the Future Countryside 2025 – a conference celebrating the...

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