Calderdale Council's meat and dairy ban sends 'dangerous and false' signal about livestock farming

Deputy Leader of Calderdale Council Scott Patient had put forward the motion which has now seen the council transition to offering 100% plant-based and vegan diets

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“You do not have to eat the food, but, you know what? Try it (vegan food) – you might like it!” (Calderdale Council)
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“You do not have to eat the food, but, you know what? Try it (vegan food) – you might like it!” (Calderdale Council)

A local authority's decision to ban meat and dairy at events has caused frustration among farmers that it could send a 'dangerous and false' message about livestock farming. Calderdale Council had passed...

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