Labour Members have twice now criticised how much is spent on agriculture in the EU. Surely the hon. Lady is aware that over the years there has been a significant shift in and reform of what the agricultural fund is for. It is no longer primarily an agricultural subsidy for production and excess production but is focused on protecting the environment. Surely that is something that we should encourage.
European Union (Finance) Bill
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George Kerevan
(Scottish National Party)
in the House of Commons on Thursday, 11 June 2015.
It occurred during Debate on bills on European Union (Finance) Bill.
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