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Louise Haigh defends Labour's budget measures after Starmer shuns farmers at protest

Labour's budget measures for farmers are defended as fair and proportionate despite protests.

Tax changes in budget last straw for UK farmers after years of being squeezed'

Farmers are protesting against recent inheritance tax changes and ongoing struggles from policy shifts, rising costs, and climate challenges.

Starmer warned over militant' backlash by farmers over inheritance tractor tax'

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism to shed light on pressing issues like reproductive rights and farmers' protests against new tax policies.

Louise Haigh defends Labour's budget measures after Starmer shuns farmers at protest

Labour's budget measures for farmers are defended as fair and proportionate despite protests.

Tax changes in budget last straw for UK farmers after years of being squeezed'

Farmers are protesting against recent inheritance tax changes and ongoing struggles from policy shifts, rising costs, and climate challenges.

Starmer warned over militant' backlash by farmers over inheritance tractor tax'

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism to shed light on pressing issues like reproductive rights and farmers' protests against new tax policies.
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#eu-climate-policies
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What will the EU elections mean for climate action? DW 05/29/2024

Farmers' protests symbolize backlash against EU climate policies, leading to dilution of Nature Restoration Law.
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What will the EU elections mean for climate action? DW 05/29/2024

Farmers protests symbolize backlash against EU's climate policies and impact legislation watered down ahead of elections.

What will the EU elections mean for climate action? DW 05/29/2024

Farmers' protests symbolize backlash against EU climate policies, leading to dilution of Nature Restoration Law.

What will the EU elections mean for climate action? DW 05/29/2024

Farmers protests symbolize backlash against EU's climate policies and impact legislation watered down ahead of elections.
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Europe's farmers are in revolt and the far right is trying to make hay

Agricultural workers in Europe are protesting against high costs, low prices, free trade deals, and climate regulations.
The farmer uprising is reshaping European policy and may indicate a right shift in upcoming elections.

Prime Ministers of Poland and Ukraine make progress

Progress made on addressing Ukrainian food import restrictions
Calls for EU to impose tax on Russian and Belarusian food imports
#european-commission

EU proposes easing environmental rules on farmers to defuse protests

The European Commission proposed easing rules on leaving land fallow or rotating crops to support farmers.
Proposals aim to offer farmers more flexibility in adhering to environmental rules while still receiving EU agriculture fund payments.

EU launches overdue 'Strategic Dialogue' with farmers as far-right surfs wave of protests

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen launched the 'Strategic Dialogue' between policymakers and farmers to address their challenges.
Farmers' protests across Europe have put pressure on the EU's agri-food agenda and highlighted the need for a balanced approach.

EU proposes easing environmental rules on farmers to defuse protests

The European Commission proposed easing rules on leaving land fallow or rotating crops to support farmers.
Proposals aim to offer farmers more flexibility in adhering to environmental rules while still receiving EU agriculture fund payments.

EU launches overdue 'Strategic Dialogue' with farmers as far-right surfs wave of protests

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen launched the 'Strategic Dialogue' between policymakers and farmers to address their challenges.
Farmers' protests across Europe have put pressure on the EU's agri-food agenda and highlighted the need for a balanced approach.
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#agriculture

Why are farmers protesting against Welsh government's rural policies?

Farmers protesting Welsh government's rural policies
Protests causing disruptions and gaining momentum

Thousands of farmers advance on Madrid for a major tractor protest over EU policies

Farmers in Spain protest EU policies leading to production cost hikes.
Similar protests against EU policies seen in France.

Why are farmers protesting against Welsh government's rural policies?

Farmers protesting Welsh government's rural policies
Protests causing disruptions and gaining momentum

Thousands of farmers advance on Madrid for a major tractor protest over EU policies

Farmers in Spain protest EU policies leading to production cost hikes.
Similar protests against EU policies seen in France.
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European parliament votes for watered-down law to restore nature

The European Parliament approved a law to restore nature, facing opposition from farmers and right-wing parties.
The new legislation sets a target for the EU to restore at least 20% of its land and sea by 2030.
#eu-regulations

Farmers clash with police in Brussels as EU ministers meet to tackle red tape

Farmers protest in Brussels over EU rules and red tape.
Demonstration fueled by excessive environmental regulations and cheap imports.

Farmers across Europe grab their pitchforks and take to the streets to protest 'absolute madness'

Farmers in multiple European countries protesting against EU regulations and unjust policies.
Demonstrations in various countries highlight discontent over higher costs, competition from outside EU, and pressure from eco-focused regulations.

Farmers clash with police in Brussels as EU ministers meet to tackle red tape

Farmers protest in Brussels over EU rules and red tape.
Demonstration fueled by excessive environmental regulations and cheap imports.

Farmers across Europe grab their pitchforks and take to the streets to protest 'absolute madness'

Farmers in multiple European countries protesting against EU regulations and unjust policies.
Demonstrations in various countries highlight discontent over higher costs, competition from outside EU, and pressure from eco-focused regulations.
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Farmers clash with riot police in Brussels as EU agriculture leaders meet

Farmers in Brussels protested against high costs and low product prices, demanding action on EU import rules and environmental regulations.
Protests by farmers in Brussels, Madrid, and on the Polish-German border highlighted the ongoing crisis in the agriculture sector.

Tusk seeks to reconcile farmer protests and Ukraine support DW 02/23/2024

Tusk seeks de-escalation in Polish farmers' protest
Foreign Ministry condemned pro-Russian provocations

Protests continue across Europe as politicians grapple with farmers' anger Europe live

Farmers in Europe are protesting and calling for fair conditions and support from the EU agricultural policies.
The European parliament is debating empowering farmers and rural communities, and the need for a thorough reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP).

European Union scraps pesticide proposal in another concession to protesting farmers

The European Union has shelved an anti-pesticide proposal after farmers' protests.
The decision highlights the EU's willingness to prioritize farmers' interests over environmental concerns.

EU chief bows to protesting farmers over pesticide use

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced plans to withdraw a proposal to halve chemical pesticide use in the EU by the end of the decade, citing polarization and lack of progress in discussions.
Mass protests by EU farmers, who are facing shrinking income and rising production costs, have brought the issue to the forefront and attracted support from far-right and anti-establishment parties.
#france

Live: Tractors clog Brussels traffic as hundreds of angry farmers take protest to EU summit

European farmers protest excessive costs, rules, and bureaucracy by blocking major thoroughfares in Brussels
Similar actions have occurred across the bloc, including in France where protesters forced their way into Europe's biggest food market

France's government announces new measures to calm farmers' protests, as barricades squeeze Paris

France is implementing controls on foreign food products to guarantee fair competition amid farmers' protests.
Food retailers who don't comply with a law meant to ensure a fair share of revenues for farmers will be fined.

France pushing for EU law change as farmers target Paris DW 01/29/2024

Farmers in France are protesting and blocking major highways, demanding government concessions and changes at the EU level.
French President Emmanuel Macron plans to push for changes to EU legislation in response to farmers' grievances.

PODCAST: What next for farmers' revolt, France's baby problem and are French fries really French?

Farmers protests in France
Controversy over Emmanuel Macron's demographic plan

Live: Tractors clog Brussels traffic as hundreds of angry farmers take protest to EU summit

European farmers protest excessive costs, rules, and bureaucracy by blocking major thoroughfares in Brussels
Similar actions have occurred across the bloc, including in France where protesters forced their way into Europe's biggest food market

France's government announces new measures to calm farmers' protests, as barricades squeeze Paris

France is implementing controls on foreign food products to guarantee fair competition amid farmers' protests.
Food retailers who don't comply with a law meant to ensure a fair share of revenues for farmers will be fined.

France pushing for EU law change as farmers target Paris DW 01/29/2024

Farmers in France are protesting and blocking major highways, demanding government concessions and changes at the EU level.
French President Emmanuel Macron plans to push for changes to EU legislation in response to farmers' grievances.

PODCAST: What next for farmers' revolt, France's baby problem and are French fries really French?

Farmers protests in France
Controversy over Emmanuel Macron's demographic plan
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'Ursula, we are here!': European farmers' outrage reaches Brussels

Hundreds of farmers in Belgium are protesting to call for better prices and less bureaucracy in the agricultural industry.
Farmers are demanding a review of free trade agreements between the EU and third countries, as well as more flexibility and simplification of agricultural and environmental regulations.

PODCAST: France's new language test rules explained and how will the farmers' 'siege of Paris' end?

Ongoing farmers' protests in France and the impact on the French public
Stricter language requirements and compulsory tests for foreigners in France

Germany's far-right exploits farmers' protests DW 01/08/2024

Far-right activists are using social media to rally behind farmers' protests in Germany and fanning the flames with deliberate comments.
The far-right Alternative for Germany party (AfD) is using the protests to attack the ruling center-left coalition government and express solidarity with the farmers.
Far-right activist Martin Sellner is calling for the far-right to hold back and bring their mobilization potential to the protests.
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