Serious concerns have been raised about the Farming sector amid changes to immigration

Serious concerns have been raised about the Farming sector amid changes to immigration

Plans are being considered ahead of the end of the transition period

Serious concerns have been raised about the Government's "failure to recognise" the needs of the British food and farming industry in its proposed changes to immigration rules.

According to the National Farmer's Union president Minette Batters, the proposals could "severely impact the farming sector" if visas for lower-skilled workers are limited.

Mrs Batters said: "As the UK's largest manufacturing sector, British food and farming is at the very core of our economy and any immigration policy must deliver for its needs.

"We have said repeatedly that for farm businesses it is about having the full range of skills needed - from pickers and packers to meat processors and vets - if we are to continue to deliver high quality, affordable food for the public.

Published: by Radio NewsHub
Start your relationship

If you are interested in receiving bulletins from Radio News Hub or would simply like to find out more please fill in the form below. We operate on annual contracts - spread the cost is available.

We aim to get back to you within 48 hours