Sustainability of Livestock Farming and Food Production (Strategy) Bill

Key Points

• The Secretary of State must prepare a strategy to improve the sustainability of livestock farming and the sustainability of the consumption of livestock produce.
• The strategy should include aims, policies, actions and milestones, with clear timescales for delivery and a plan to monitor progress.
• The Secretary of State must implement the strategy and publish regular updates on progress to Parliament.
• The Bill is likely to require consultation with farmers, industry bodies, scientists and other stakeholders during development.
• It may require coordination across government departments and periodic reviews to assess effectiveness.

Progress

The Bill is at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons, so it is in the early stages of passage. If it progresses, it would move to committee stage for detailed examination.