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Talking about the work of the House of Commons Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee, in releasing our report on farming today.

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Justice Minister Naomi Long has launched a consultation on a range of issues relating to sentence reduction for guilty pleas. Closing date is 11 July 2025. Read more: www.justice-ni.gov.uk/news/long-la...

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Modern slavery and human trafficking is happening in Northern Ireland. If you are heading to Balmoral Show over the next few days, come and visit us at stand B21 in the Safer Communities tent to learn more.

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Have you got running totals, M'Lord: a) left party/been let go; b) resigned Council seat; c) party continues to defend the indefensible; d) not legally qualified and liable to disqualification? Must be several dozen altogether.

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📢 Webinar Reminder! Wonder where your food really comes from? 🐄 Join us next week for #NFFWeek2025 with farmers Ruth Ashton-Shaw & Debbie Wilkins sharing their nature-friendly farming stories. 💬 It’s free - don’t miss it!

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Abuse isn’t always physical - it can be emotional, financial, controlling or coercive behaviour or threats to harm you. Contact Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline on 0808 802 1414 for 24/7 for free confidential advice. More at: nidirect.gov.uk/still-abuse

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The surest way to forecast the government's decisions lately has been to assume that it wants Reform to win the next election.

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The BBC is consulting on what we want to see in the future. Perhaps more balance in political coverage?

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For British farmers, yesterday's announcement of a US-UK trade deal has led to a lot of uncertainty and unanswered questions around food standards, beef, labelling, ethanol, and more. Farmers must not be left in the dark - they deserve answers 👇 www.lbc.co.uk/opinion/view...

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Abuse can have a profound effect on our mental health. Support services can help you rebuild your life. Visit @nidirect for support services: nidirect.gov.uk/articles/sup... If you are a victim of abuse contact police on 101, always 999 in an emergency. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

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The government says it's firm on maintaining our high food standards. But this, from the White House, will not reassure British farmers.

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Happy Europe Day! 🇪🇺

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Eighty years ago, enemies laid down their arms. Since then, we, Europeans, have built something extraordinary: a Union of peace, democracy, and solidarity. An anchor of stability. Our Union was born as a peace project, and it remains one today.

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One of the strangest ironies of the last ten years has been watching Britain immersing itself as deeply as ever in memories of WW2 while proudly turning its back on the project that emerged from it.

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We saw BBC 'impartiality' when they scoured the country to find any economist who supported Brexit, or any reputable climate scientist who didn't accept anthropogenic climate change.

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#DEAFAWARENESSWEEK Deaf individuals often face signification barriers when interacting with the criminal justice system. This week, we are highlighting the importance of access to justice for all. Read more: justice-ni.gov.uk/articles/int...

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More government by licking your finger and sticking it in the air. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

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Farming that goes beyond food: Nature Friendly Farming Week celebrates UK farmers reversing biodiversity loss, supporting communities & creating new opportunities. We'll be sharing inspiring stories from the field, hosting events and a webinar, and hearing directly from the farmers driving change. 🙌

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The term "no overall control" is becoming ever more meaningless. It includes Gloucestershire, where Lib Dems have 27/55 seats and 4 potential partners. It includes Cornwall, where balance between right (Con, Ref) and Centre/Left (Lib Dem, Lab, Green, MK) depends on sizeable group of Inds.

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As shown by my namesake (no relation) the BBC estimate of national poll equivalent is Reform on 30% in first place. Well into territory where FPTP becomes a significant bonus. bsky.app/profile/robf...

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Maghaberry prisoners on the run in Belfast marathon to raise funds for the Cancer Fund for Children charity. Read more: justice-ni.gov.uk/news/maghabe...

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Water quality is a major issue in Northern Ireland.💧 We welcome the new consultation on agri nutrient use & management — urgent change is needed. NFFN farmers are already showing what’s possible! 🌿🚜 Consultation open until 26 June. More info: tinyurl.com/56xxppvj #NFFNNI

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Boris Johnson's botched deals didn't end with Brexit. Here's how he swung a UK-AUS deal offering just 0.01% GDP growth. "That was all it took to sell out the UK's farmers: a wine-soaked dinner, a hastily scribbled note, and a signature from a Prime Minister." @richardfoordld.bsky.social

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Janan Ganesh on Kemi Badenoch www.ft.com/content/eaba...

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A consultation providing details of proposed changes to a part of the Police and Criminal Evidence Order (Northern Ireland) 1989 (PACE NI) has been launched by @justice-ni.bsky.social. ➡️ www.justice-ni.gov.uk/news/departm...

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Labour is putting people, the economy and the environment in increasing peril by failing to act on the effects of the climate crisis, the UK’s climate watchdog has said. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

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Thank you, Canada 🇨🇦

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@williamcrawley.bsky.social is playing a blinder this week. Serious, intelligent questioning of interviewees (allowing them to speak) and explanation without oversimplification of all that is happening. Thanks. #journalism at its best.

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Earth provides enough to satisfy every man's needs, but not every man's greed. - Mahatma Gandhi -

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“Reasons why the Single Transferable Vote is the proportional voting system we should be working towards.” 👏👏👏

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The only person I race against at #Parkrun is myself.

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Imagine if Starmer grew a backbone and stood up for traditional liberal values instead of fawning over Trump (and dragging the King in).

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Targeting a person because of who they are or what they believe – be it their race, religion, political belief, sexuality, gender identity or disability - is wrong and needs to be called out. Report it to Police Service of Northern Ireland on 101, always 999 in an emergency.

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We cannot ask British farmers to maintain high environmental and animal welfare standards while opening the door to imports produced under significantly weaker regulations👇 www.theguardian.com/environment/...

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🐄 Earlier this month, DAERA Minister Andrew Muir visited Tim Morrow’s dairy farm in Steamvale, Belfast, to see how multi-species swards and reed beds boost soil health, milk quality & biodiversity. 👏 The Minister’s ongoing support is key to shaping nature-friendly farming policy.

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If you’re worried that your partner, ex-partner or the partner of someone you know has a history of violence and abuse, you can ask the PNSI to check for you using the Domestic Violence and Abuse Disclosure Scheme. ▶️ www.nidirect.gov.uk/campaigns/domestic-and-sexual-violence

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No Mr Trump. Russia started the war.

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