Farm groups criticise Eustice for 'lack of clarity' over Seasonal Workers Pilot numbers

Defra Secretary George Eustice has been criticised at NFU conference this week for failing to provide clarity on whether the number of seasonal visas on offer will be drastically increased.

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Farm groups criticise Eustice for 'lack of clarity' over Seasonal Workers Pilot numbers

Defra Secretary George Eustice has been criticised at NFU conference this week for failing to provide clarity on whether the number of seasonal visas on offer will be drastically increased. Farm groups...

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