As the UK prepares for the General Election 2024, the agricultural sector and rural communities stand at a pivotal crossroads. This election holds significant implications for farming policies, environmental regulations, rural development, and trade agreements. Our comprehensive coverage will delve into how each political party's platform addresses these crucial issues, providing in-depth analysis and expert opinions to keep you informed. Stay updated with the latest news, insights, and developments that will shape the future of agriculture in the UK during this critical election period. The UK's next General Election will be held on 4th July 2024.
Sir Keir Starmer launched the party’s manifesto on June 13 in Greater Manchester
The General Election campaign is now in its third week and with many of the manifestos unveiled, farmers give their view on the next Government
The Countryside Alliance has released details of its key asks to political parties ahead of the General Election
The Green party co-leader and candidate for Waveney Valley Adrian Ramsay explains what his party can deliver for British farming and the environment
The Conservative party plans to boost the rural economy, cut planning red tape and protect the country's food production and the environment
Lizzie Hacking has been announced as the Conservative candidate to take on the deputy leader of the Labour Party at the next General Election
As part of their pledges, Plaid Cymru said they will increase the number of GPs to help rural communities, invest in rural broadband, create a specialist all-Wales rural crime team and reconfigure the rural fuel duty relief scheme
The Penrith and Solway political candidate has written a piece for Farmers Guardian on previous Government policy and how the Liberal Democrats will support farmers ahead of the General Election
The Prime Minister denied the claims just hours before the Conservative Party announces it General Election manifesto to the public
The former Scottish Agricultural College student has announced he will stand down as leader of the Scottish Conservatives