'A clear example of a market failure': Why businesses are urging the UK and EU to stand firm on supply chain deforestation rules

Michael Holder
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Top supermarkets and food businesses argue supply chain deforestation rules are critical for easing food price inflation, tackling climate change, and securing stronger trade ties

Pressure is mounting on the government to provide long-awaited clarity on how it plans to combat deforestation in UK supply chains, after a group of leading supermarkets warned they risk facing rising...

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