Britain

Department says December payments will deliver nearly £300m into rural economy

More than 40 organisations, including River Action and RSPCA, pen open letter to Steve Reed urging Defra to back British farming

Shadow Efra Secretary Victoria Atkins pays tribute to farmers insisting 'city dwelling' Labour ministers have got their tax figures wrong

Labour Government will only be happy when 'countryside does not exist' says demonstration organiser

Defra says development of drought and disease resistant crops will help reduce costs for farmers

More than 300,000 homes and businesses to benefit as Labour seeks to bridge digital divide

Almost 90% feel it is important that Britain has a productive farming industry, according to NFU study

Broadcasters say only things UK has to offer are Spice Girls CDs and black pudding