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Shake-up at Defra: What do we know about the new Farming Minister, Stephen Morgan?

The third Farming Minister under this Labour Government has been criticised by opposition for failing to speak out on farming issues

Rachael Brown
Chief Reporter
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New Farming Minister Stephen Morgan
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New Farming Minister Stephen Morgan

MP for Portsmouth South Stephen Morgan has become the latest Farming Minister. He has taken over the reins from Dame Angela Eagle, who ended her nine month stint at the department to take on her new role...

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