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Motion seeks to secure more Government funding for Young Farmers

MPs from all political parties have been urged to sign the motion. Should Gov be doing more to support YFCs?

Chris Brayford
clock • 3 min read
South Antrim MP Robin Swann had tabled the motion on Monday (September 8).
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South Antrim MP Robin Swann had tabled the motion on Monday (September 8).

Young Farmers need even more Government funding and support to continue their work in tackling rural isolation, promoting positive mental health, and strengthening rural connections, and a motion is seeking...

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