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Defra opens consultation into strengthened plant biosecurity strategy

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Published on: 21 September 2021

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LNB News 21/09/2021

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Issue Date: 21 September 2021

Published Date: 21 September 2021

Jurisdiction(s): England, Northern Ireland and Scotland

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The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has opened a consultation into a new plant biosecurity strategy. The consultation, which is jointly run by Defra and the Scottish and Welsh Governments, seeks views on the strengthening of the current regime. Specifically, views are sought from those with experience in plant health such as gardeners, farmers, landowners and environmental groups. The consultation closes on 30 November 2021.

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