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Skinner welcomes ‘shark finning’ ban on board vessels

EU fishing vessels were banned from cutting off sharks’ fins on board vessels after a vote in the European Parliament yesterday in Strasbourg....

0 comments 178 days ago
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Green for food ‘traffic light’

“I’m delighted the British government has gone against their own Tory MEPs and decided today to recommend the ‘traffic light’ system for food...

0 comments 201 days ago
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Passing on the baton

I am not seeking re-selection for the 2014 European elections. I have been extremely proud to serve as the Labour MEP for Kent...

1 comments 201 days ago
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Be vigilant for this European invader

Peter Skinner MEP is urging local people to be vigilant for the deadly Ash Dieback fungus which is afflicting England’s Ash trees after...

0 comments 202 days ago
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