PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Agriculture: Labour Market (22 July 2021)
Question Asked
What recent assessment his Department has made of trends in the level of supply and demand in the UK agricultural sector labour market.
Asked by:
Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party)
Asked by:
Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party)
Answer
We make use of all available information to understand labour demand and supply, considering both permanent and seasonal workforce requirements. This includes engaging closely with farmers, growers, and industry bodies to consider the latest data and business intelligence. Defra is also working across Government to ensure there is a long-term evidence-based strategy for the agricultural workforce beyond 2021.
Answered by:
Victoria Prentis (Conservative)
22 July 2021
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