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Debate between Ruth Jones and Nia Griffith
Wednesday 12th March 2025

(3 weeks, 2 days ago)

Commons Chamber
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Ruth Jones Portrait Ruth Jones (Newport West and Islwyn) (Lab)
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The Welsh Affairs Committee is launching its inquiry into farming in Wales this week, because we know that farming is a cornerstone of the Welsh economy. The Welsh Government budget contained over £300 million to support Welsh farmers. Does the Minister agree that it is a shame that the Opposition parties are playing fast and loose with farmers’ livelihoods by voting against the Welsh Government budget last week?

Nia Griffith Portrait Dame Nia Griffith
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Indeed, my hon. Friend is absolutely right. It is an utter disgrace that Opposition parties decided to vote against the budget last week. They were effectively trying to block money going to farmers—what a disgrace.