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[Defra UK @DefraGovUK]

We are pleased to welcome @angelaeagle as the new Secretary of State for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

[Stephen Morgan MP @StephenMorganMP]

Today marks #Farm24, and I've been lucky enough to see first-hand the extraordinary work of Britain's farmers.

Our farmers work every single day of the year to feed the nation and care for our countryside 🌾🚜

[Defra UK @DefraGovUK]

#Farm24 celebrates the skill, dedication & pride that farmers bring 365 days a year.

We're backing farmers with record investment, trade protections & the long-term certainty of our Farming Roadmap. To all farmers, thank you.

[Defra UK @DefraGovUK]

Over 750 businesses have already signed up for UK-EU SPS Agreement updates.

Check if your business is in scope and sign up for alerts to receive policy updates, sector-specific guidance, and information on IT systems and certification changes.

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[Environment Agency @EnvAgency]

9 out of 10 child drownings could have been prevented.

This World #DrowningPrevention Day, make sure you know how to keep your loved ones safe in and around water:

❌ Stay away from locks, weirs and sluices
🛟 Float to live
📞 Phone, Float, Throw if you see someone struggling

[Defra UK @DefraGovUK]

The World Cup isn’t coming home - and banned meat and dairy products from the EU shouldn’t either.

Just one contaminated product could spread animal disease on our farms, and lead to a fine at the border.

Check before you pack: https://t.co/bs8TMreZR0

[UK Government Scotland @UKGovScotland]

US tariffs on Scotch whisky are being removed today. ‼️📢

That supports our whisky industry and its exports to a key global market - securing growth both here in the UK and in the US.

Scottish Secretary @D_G_Alexander explains 👇

[Environment Agency @EnvAgency]

Lights. Camera. Action🎬

Operation Unite has been part of a nationwide crackdown on waste crime.

42 enforcement visits later, we've triggered over 30 criminal investigations, with 17 permit suspensions and revocations underway.

Still, the work goes on.

https://t.co/TV3yGueJLW

[Stephen Morgan MP @StephenMorganMP]

I’m absolutely delighted to have been reappointed a Minister in @DefraGovUK.

Being asked by the new Prime Minister to serve in his new administration is an immense honour with his commitment to put more power in people’s hands, drive good growth in every postcode and put hope in every heart.

I look forward to working with @angelaeagle and team to grow a green economy and sustain thriving rural and coastal communities by supporting our world-leading food, farming and fishing industries.

[Environment Agency @EnvAgency]

We are taking criminal proceedings against Southern Water Services Limited and a number of former employees for conspiracy to defraud.

We will always pursue and prosecute those alleged to have committed serious offending against the environment.

More: https://t.co/BCgBgXnh9V

[UK Prime Minister @10DowningStreet]

Angela Eagle has been appointed as Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs @defragovuk.

[UK Prime Minister @10DowningStreet]

A very warm welcome to Downing Street, Prime Minister @andyburnham.

[Andy Burnham @andyburnham]

Let’s bring back hope.

[UK Prime Minister @10DowningStreet]

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[Emma Reynolds for Wycombe 🌹 @EmmaforWycombe]

The Great Yorkshire Show is a brilliant opportunity to hear from farmers and rural businesses about what's working, and what more needs to be done.

While there I was also challenged to name as many of our farming achievements as I could in 30 seconds.

How many did you count? 👇

[Defra UK @DefraGovUK]

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[Defra UK @DefraGovUK]

Great day at the @greatyorkshow meeting farmers and rural businesses from across the country.

Today we announced the £30 million Farmer Collaboration Fund, opening on 1 September, to help farmers share expertise and build more resilient businesses.

[Dept. for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade @biztradegovuk]

As the UK-India trade deal enters into force today, tariff reductions will unlock new opportunities for iconic British exporters like @RollsRoyceMC supporting growth, exports, and jobs across the UK.

[Defra UK @DefraGovUK]

The penalty for fly-tipping has got even tougher.

Local authorities will have the ability to issue on-the-spot fines of up to £5,000 to fly-tippers.

Our message to fly-tippers couldn’t be clearer: there will be a price to pay.

Read more: https://t.co/SSZOpgffny

[Cefas @CefasGovUK]

Great to welcome Fisheries Minister Stephen Morgan @DefraGovUK on board the Cefas RV Endeavour in Portland today to see our leading marine science capability in action. Through innovation & cutting-edge technology, our science supports sustainable fisheries and healthy seas. 🌊