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House of Commons · Westminster Hall

Emergency Authorisation And Pollinator Health

02 February 2022 · 0 other contributors · 1,547 words

Opened by Daniel Zeichner Lab Cambridge

Responding minister: Not recorded

Agriculture & Rural AffairsEnvironment

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At a glance

Daniel Zeichner raised concerns about emergency authorisation and pollinator health in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.

Key points

  • Mr Daniel Zeichner is concerned about emergency authorisation made without meeting expert advice criteria.
  • The MP highlights the importance of pollinator health for agriculture and economic support for farmers.
  • Zeichner notes that farming and environmental concerns must be addressed together without compromise.

Key requests to Government

The lead MP asks why the Secretary of State has overridden expert advice and what steps will be taken to protect pollinator health while supporting agriculture economically.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Daniel Zeichner Lab Cambridge

Mr. Daniel Zeichner is concerned about the decision to make an emergency authorisation despite expert advice not being met, and highlights the importance of pollinator health for agriculture. He notes that farming and environmental concerns must be addressed together without compromising either side. The MP also mentions the potential economic impact on farmers due to a lack of tools necessary to manage pests effectively.

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