Land use framework: Govt struggles to understand rural communities

EMBARGO: Immediate Release 

Commenting on the government's announcement of a new land use plan, Liberal Democrat Environment and Rural Affairs Spokesperson Tim Farron MP said:

"After years of chaos under the former Conservative government, it’s clear that we need a strategic approach to fix our broken planning system and support British farmers, who are so vital for our economy and environment. Nonetheless, we must show caution in our optimism. 

"Labour has shown time and again that it struggles to understand rural communities. 

"Liberal Democrats will continue to be the voice in Parliament for farmers and rural communities. The talk of unproductive land in the government's framework could pose a risk to hill farmers who need our help now more than ever."

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