Suffolk councillors vote in favour of a motion aimed at supporting local farms.
Andrew Blenkiron said the NFU was "delighted to have the support of Suffolk County Council"A motion to ensure meat and dairy options remain on the table at all council events has been passed.
The council has committed to always include meat and dairy options, alongside plant-based alternatives.Conservative councillor Richard Rout, who proposed the motion on Thursday, said he was "delighted"."This motion not only commits us to doubling down on our support for local farmers, but also ensures dietary choice at all our events.
"Emissions from the UK livestock sector is not only lower than the EU average, it's lower than the residential energy or transport emissions," he said., it was estimated transport was responsible for about 26% of greenhouse gas emissions, residential for 16%, and agriculture for 11%.Mr Rout continued that the council should "promote and support" the innovation shown by local farmers to reduce emissions.
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