Member

Amendment 55, tabled by the noble Baroness, Lady McIntosh, requires the Secretary of State to conduct a “meaningful consultation” with farmers, fishing communities and local communities before preparing a statement of strategic priorities. I say at once that I absolutely agree they are important stakeholders, and I agree with the noble Baroness about the important contribution they make to our country—particularly farming and fishing communities—and the need for these important stakeholders to be listened to on strategic issues.