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Logistics UK engages with a host of MPs at Food 7 Cymru drop in
Logistics UK attended a Food 7 Cymru drop in on 27 February as part of a coalition of seven trade associations representing Welsh food and drink from farm to fork.
At the event for Welsh Parliamentarians, Natalie Chapman, Logistics UK Head of Public Affairs, and Josh Fenton, Logistics UK Policy Manager and policy lead for Wales, outlined the vital role of the logistics sector in underpinning the Welsh economy.
They spoke to 17 politicians, including 15 MPs, one member of the House of Lords and Rebecca Evans MS, Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning.
The event was sponsored by Llinos Mendi, MP for Ynys Mon and supported by Dame Nia Griffith, MP for Llanelli and Wales Minister.
Food 7 Cymru partners are: UK Hospitality Cymru, FDF Cymru, NFU Cymru, Farmers' Union of Wales, the Association of Convenience Stores and the Welsh Retail Consortium.
Published On: 06/03/2025 14:33:33
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