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Business of the House

There is no doubt that the farming industry in Northern Ireland and other parts of the United Kingdom makes a vital contribution, but I hope that the hon. Gentleman agrees that it is one of the most protected, supported and assisted industries in not only the UK, but Europe, not least as a result of the European Union common agricultural policy. I pay tribute to farmers and their contribution, but he must recognise that we cannot allow farming in the European Union to stand still, because it requires significant change and reform.