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Motion · S5M-21601 · 28 Apr 2020

Marks and Spencer Launches New Campaign Backing British Farmers

Lodged by Rachael Hamilton (Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party) Standard Motion 14 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Marks and Spencer on championing and supporting British farmers during the COVID-19 pandemic; notes that it has launched a six-week TV, digital and in-store campaign to encourage support for British farmers; understands that new sales initiatives will support British farmers, including a 100% British meat food box and new bedding plants; recognises that Marks and Spencer is committed to supporting farmers facing issues due to interruptions to the supply chain as a result of the current lockdown; recognises that the retailer supports the Milk Pledge price promise, and thanks all farmers for continuing to produce excellent produce to feed the nation during a time of national crisis.

Supporters (14)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.