Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Fiona Bruce and David Jones

Thursday 20th October 2016 Commons Chamber

[Fiona Bruce (Congleton) (Con)]

Will Ministers reassure farmers in my constituency that in reviewing agricultural and environmental regulations they will have at the forefront of their minds the need for our farmers to produce the high-quality food that they do in a profitable way, just as any other business does?

[Mr David Jones]

My hon. Friend makes an extremely important point, and of course one benefit of leaving the European Union is that not only will we be able to adhere to stringent environmental requirements, but we will be able to design those so as best to suit the needs of this country and the agricultural industry.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Fiona Bruce and David Jones

Wednesday 29th February 2012 Commons Chamber

[Mr Jones]

That is not currently on the agenda, but no doubt the hon. Gentleman will make his representations to the Silk commission.

[Fiona Bruce (Congleton) (Con)]

4. What recent discussions she has had with (a) ministerial colleagues and (b) others on measures to reduce administrative burdens for businesses in Wales.