Conservative Party

Victoria Atkins takes up post in Kemi Badenoch's new Shadow Cabinet

West Essex MP says she intends to 'renew' the party as former Defra Secretary Steve Barclay rules himself out of Shadow Cabinet post

"Politics has not worked for farmers in a very long time"

Shadow Defra Secretary Steve Barclay provided his thoughts on the next Conservative Party leader

"More extreme weather will make farming more challenging, so we must continue to support our farmers to produce enough food whilst also rewarding sustainable practices which ensure we reduce emissions"

Tonbridge MP Tom Tugendhat is one of five candidates in the running to be the next Conservative Party leader

Mr Jenrick is one of six candidates standing to be the next Conservative Party leader

The General Election campaign is now in its third week and with many of the manifestos unveiled, farmers give their view on the next Government

The Conservative party plans to boost the rural economy, cut planning red tape and protect the country's food production and the environment

Speaking at the Future Countryside event, the Shadow Defra Secretary stressed the importance of devolution to initiate positive change in rural communities