Latest news on CAP Reform

15/4/2012farm cattle

Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead welcomes first signs of progress towards much needed flexibility on the CAP reform greening.

29/4/2012

Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead outlines Scotland's vision for greening the CAP, ahead of an NFUS conference.

25/4/2012

Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead comments ahead of CAP reform talks in Luxembourg.

13/4/2012

Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead reminds people to have their say in the CAP reform consultation.

31/1/2012

The consultation to allow people to air their views about the CAP reform proposals launched today and runs until April 24. The consultation is designed to be completed online or call 0300 244 9254 to get a paper copy of the document. 

17/1/2012

Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead explains why Common Agricultural Policy reform matters for everyone - not just farmers.

21/12/2011

A four-part podcast outlining the main details of the CAP reform proposals, and their likely impact on Scotland, is now available to download at the links below. The podcast is designed to be used alone or in conjunction with the slides from the CAP reform roadshow.

Part 1 - Part 2 - Part 3 - Part 4

20/12/2011

Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead outlines his thoughts on the ongoing CAP reform negotiations.

7/12/2011

The CAP reform road shows are now underway and the powerpoint presentation - outlining the proposals and their impact for Scotland - is available to view here.

22/11/2011

A series of CAP reform road shows, chaired by senior government officials, will take place around Scotland, starting on December 6, to give people the chance to find out more about the European reform proposals. Thirteen meetings will take place, to try and make it possible for as many people as possible to attend.

16/11/2011

Read Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead's speech to the AgriScot conference, including the latest on CAP reform.

14/11/2011

Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead meets Commissioner Ciolos in Brussels to discuss CAP reform. Find out more.

13/11/2011

Talks on CAP reform with Commissioner Ciolos and DEFRA Secretary of State Caroline Spelman were on the agenda for Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead when he headed for Brussels for the AgriFish Council. Find out more.

Page updated: Tuesday, May 15, 2012