Agricultural Shows

EDM number 87 in 2002-03, proposed by John Hayes on 13/11/2002.

That this House recognises the importance of agricultural shows to the rural economy and is concerned that the bio-security regulations governing the shows are threatening their viability; further notes that many shows have been forced to cancel livestock classes; and urges the Government to review the regulations to ensure flexibility.

This motion has been signed by a total of 59 MPs.