CAP Reform in the UK - an overview

This briefing has been produced to provide Sustain and UK Food Groups members with some detailed background of the implementation of CAP reforms announced recently in England (other UK plans are also outlined).

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Briefing covers the following areas:

1. How the CAP is being implemented
2. How it is expected to affect different sectors
3. Variations between UK Countries
4. Initial reactions from stakeholder groups (comments from representatives)
5. Some initial farmer reactions


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