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Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs

34 quarterly returns published on GOV.UK, covering quarters from 1 July 2017 to 31 December 2025; 3,586 recorded ministerial meetings read from the meetings files.

Returns, latest first

QuarterPublishedFiles
1 October 2025 to 31 December 202524 March 2026Travel · Meetings (101 rows read)
1 July 2025 to 30 September 202516 December 2025Travel · Meetings (63 rows read)
1 April 2025 to 30 June 202525 September 2025Travel · Meetings (152 rows read)
1 January 2025 to 31 March 202526 June 2025Travel · Meetings (95 rows read)
1 October 2024 to 31 December 202427 March 2025Travel · Meetings (112 rows read)
1 July 2024 to 30 September 202430 January 2025Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (144 rows read)
1 April 2024 to 30 June 202428 November 2024Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (14 rows read)
1 January 2024 to 31 March 202429 August 2024Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (68 rows read)
1 October 2023 to 31 December 202321 March 2024Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (65 rows read)
1 July 2023 to 30 September 202314 December 2023Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (34 rows read)
1 April 2023 to 30 June 202319 October 2023Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (95 rows read)
1 January 2023 to 31 March 202320 July 2023Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (135 rows read)
1 October 2022 to 31 December 202230 March 2023Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (71 rows read)
1 July 2022 to 30 September 20224 January 2023Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (54 rows read)
1 April 2022 to 30 June 202229 September 2022Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (114 rows read)
1 January 2022 to 31 March 20228 September 2022Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (192 rows read)
1 October 2021 to 31 December 20218 April 2022Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (149 rows read)
1 July 2021 to 30 September 202127 January 2022Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (124 rows read)
1 April 2021 to 30 June 202115 November 2021Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (126 rows read)
1 January 2021 to 31 March 202131 August 2021Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (133 rows read)
1 October 2020 to 31 December 202010 May 2021Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (145 rows read)
1 July 2020 to 30 September 20204 February 2021Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (102 rows read)
1 April 2020 to 30 June 202029 October 2020Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (177 rows read)
1 January 2020 to 31 March 202030 July 2020Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (147 rows read)
1 October 2019 to 31 December 201930 March 2020Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (48 rows read)
1 July 2019 to 30 September 201923 January 2020Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (114 rows read)
1 April 2019 to 30 June 201925 October 2019Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (116 rows read)
1 January 2019 to 31 March 201921 June 2019Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (101 rows read)
1 October 2018 to 31 December 201822 March 2019Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (125 rows read)
1 July 2018 to 30 September 201819 December 2018Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (73 rows read)
1 April 2018 to 30 June 201818 October 2018Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (77 rows read)
1 January 2018 to 31 March 201828 June 2018Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (88 rows read)
1 October 2017 to 31 December 201723 March 2018Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (128 rows read)
1 July 2017 to 30 September 201714 December 2017Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (104 rows read)

Most recorded counterparts

Counted by rows in the meetings files, with the counterpart cell exactly as the department wrote it. The same organisation written two ways is two lines here; nothing is merged by resemblance.

Counterpart, as recordedMeetingsFirstLatest
National Farmers Union7719 December 201717 December 2025
National Farmers' Union367 December 200217 June 2025
Country Land and Business Association2626 October 201717 December 2025
Royal Society for the Protection of Birds195 July 20172 June 2025
Food and Drink Federation, UK Hospitality, British Retail Consortium, National Farmers' Union187 October 202011 June 2025
Water UK171 November 201824 September 2025
Council for Sustainable Business151 August 201817 May 2023
Food & Drink Federation; UK Hospitality; British Retail Consortium; National Farmers' Union1516 January 201928 March 2019
Green Alliance1431 July 20197 April 2025
National Parks England1418 July 201711 December 2024
Tenant Farmers Association1315 November 201712 November 2025
Food and Drink Federation1226 September 20182 July 2025
Food and Drink Federation, UK Hospitality, British Retail Consortium, National Farmers Union121 April 202030 September 2020
Angling Trust1130 January 20193 September 2024
National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations1111 October 201719 November 2025
British Poultry Council1011 October 20172 December 2025
British Retail Consortium, Food and Drink Federation, National Farmers Union, UKHospitality, Association of Convenience Stores, Federation of Wholesale Distributors, Institute of Grocery Distribution106 April 20208 June 2020
Food & Drink Federation, UK Hospitality, British Retail Consortium, National Farmers Union103 April 201926 June 2019
Horticultural Trades Association103 April 20207 February 2024
Scottish Fishermen's Federation105 December 201714 October 2025

Recorded meetings, most recent 300

DateMinisterMetPurpose, as recordedFile
18 December 2025Emma HardyADEPT, Association of British Insurers, Association of Drainage Authorities, Blueprint for Water, British Red Cross, Canal & River Trust, Country land and business association, fire brigades union, flood forecasting centre, flood re, greater manchester combined authority, liviing with water (E Riding council)Floods resilience taskforce (hosted by Minister Hardy)CSV
17 December 2025Emma HardySussex water, southern water, strandlinersFollow up on the camber sands incident (plastic beads washing up on shore)CSV
17 December 2025Angela EagleNature Friendly Farming NetworkPre-christmas catch up on farmingCSV
17 December 2025Angela EagleNational Farmers UnionPre-christmas catch up on farmingCSV
17 December 2025Angela EagleCountry Land and Business AssociationPre-christmas catch up on farmingCSV
17 December 2025Angela EagleAgriculture and Horticulture Development BoardPre-christmas catch up on farmingCSV
16 December 2025Emma ReynoldsSouth East Water (Christopher Train)Discussion on outages in KentCSV
16 December 2025Emma HardySouth East WaterTo discuss water company performanceCSV
16 December 2025Mary CreaghMax Kendix, Political Correspondent, The Times, Anna Gross, Political Correspondent, the Financial TimesAn introductory meeting to discuss current DEFRA policy, including the Aarhus Convention and waste reformCSV
16 December 2025Mary CreaghInternational Sustainability Standards BoardTo discuss nature-related reporting, transition plans for the Taskforce for National Related Financial Disclosures and future international engagementCSV
11 December 2025Emma HardyRSPBTo discuss the marine environmentCSV
11 December 2025Angela EagleNational Farmers UnionMeeting between NFU CEO and Minister Eagle about farmingCSV
11 December 2025Angela EagleWirral University Teaching HospitalDiscussing sterile services critical incidentCSV
11 December 2025Angela EagleWirral CouncilSeacombe pride in placeCSV
10 December 2025Emma ReynoldsEnvironment Agency (Alan Lovell & Phil Duffy)Discussion on Environment AgencyCSV
10 December 2025Angela EagleNational Farmers Union, Food and Drink Federation, UK Hospitality, British Retail ConsortiumF4 meeting to discuss food industryCSV
9 December 2025Emma ReynoldsWater Investor RoundtableDiscussion on water sector investabiltiyCSV
9 December 2025Susan HaymanVet Meds Working GroupMeeting where the Veterinary Medicines Working Group is convened in order to discuss vet meds, the supply in Northern and the grace period.CSV
9 December 2025Angela EagleGeneral, Municipal, Boilermakers and Allied Trade Union, UNISON, Unite the UnionDiscussion with unions about skills and issues facing workers in the food, farming and fishing sectorsCSV
8 December 2025Emma ReynoldsConsumer Council for Water (Mike Keil) & Drinking Water Inspectorate (Marcus Rink)Discussion on CCW and ConsumersCSV
8 December 2025Emma HardyConsumer Council for WaterTo discuss water company performanceCSV
8 December 2025Mary CreaghWidow and family of a tree accident victimTo discuss the impact of the accident on the family and how the government can support in futureCSV
8 December 2025Angela EagleSofina Foods, Cranswick, Sainsburys, McCain, Bidfood, NESTA, Greencore, Food Foundation, Institute of Grocery DistributionMeeting of the Food Strategy Advisory Board discussing creating the government's food strategyCSV
4 December 2025Emma HardyInternational Property Flood Resilience AssociationTo discuss property flood resilienceCSV
4 December 2025Emma HardyMarine Conservation Society, Oceana, RSPB, ORCA, Blue Marine Foundation, Greenpeace, World Resources Institute, Pew Trusts, Wildlife trustsDomestic Marine Stakeholder roundtable hosted by Minister Hardy and Minister EagleCSV
4 December 2025Angela EagleORCA, Oceana, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, Blue Marine Foundation, Marine Conservation Society, Greenpeace, World Resources Institute, The Pew Charitable Trusts, The Wildlife TrustsRoundtable with Minister Eagle, Minister Emma Hardy and UK marine stakeholdersCSV
3 December 2025Emma HardyDavid Hinton (CEO of South East Water)To discuss water company performanceCSV
3 December 2025Emma HardyOfwatTo discuss water company performanceCSV
3 December 2025Susan HaymanDanielle Duffield - Labour Animal Welfare SocietyThis was a political meeting to discuss animal welfare which is part of Baroness Hayman's ministerial portfolioCSV
2 December 2025Emma HardyDavid Henderson (CEO of Water UK)To discuss water company performanceCSV
2 December 2025Emma HardyBUUK InfrastructureTo discuss water company performanceCSV
2 December 2025Mary CreaghRoman Refined ShoweringMeeting to discuss the impact of Packaging Extended Producer ResponsibilityCSV
2 December 2025Mary CreaghCampaign for National ParksMeeting with Young Representatives to discuss how to increase engagement in National ParksCSV
2 December 2025Angela EagleBritish Poultry CouncilBPC annual awards to recognise contributions of individuals to the industryCSV
1 December 2025Emma HardyDavid Hinton (CEO of South East Water)To discuss water company performanceCSV
28 November 2025Susan HaymanStuart Anderson (Northern Irleand Business Brexit Working Group)Discussions around Businesses concerns around the SPS agreement, and uncertainty around it.CSV
28 November 2025Susan HaymanRobin Swann MLA and Robbie Butler MLADiscussions around veterinary medicines and the supply to Northern Ireland, as well as what was and wasn�t within the scope of the SPS agreement. Discussions around market surveillance and that VMD would be monitoring thisCSV
28 November 2025Mary CreaghWoodland Trust, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, Wildlife Trusts, National Landscapes, Wildlife and Countrysid Link, National Trust, Green Alliance, National Parks, World Wide Fund for NatureTo discuss the government's environmental plansCSV
27 November 2025Emma ReynoldsCountry Land and Business Association (Gavin Lane & Jonathan Roberts)Call ahead of budgetCSV
27 November 2025Emma ReynoldsThames Water (Adrian Montague)Discussion on Thames WaterCSV
26 November 2025Emma ReynoldsNational Farming Union (Tom Bradshaw)Call ahead of budgetCSV
26 November 2025Emma ReynoldsBaroness Minette BattersCall ahead of budgetCSV
26 November 2025Susan HaymanRUMA webinarBaroness Hayman made a speech on this webinar to make a speech to address AMR being one of the most pressing health challenges and to commend the UK livestock sectors for their ongoign commitmentCSV
26 November 2025Mary CreaghCandidates for interview processMeetings with candidates for a DEFRA Arms Length Body roleCSV
25 November 2025Emma HardyDuchy of CornwallTo discuss the Marine Recovery FundCSV
25 November 2025Emma HardyAG Industries, National Farmers Union, Croplife UK; Association of Independent Crop Consultants, Voluntary InitiativeUK-EU SPS Agreement Ministerial Roundtable hosted by Minister Hardy and Minister EagleCSV
25 November 2025Mary CreaghOldham Council, Wiltshire County Council, West London Statutory Joint Waste Disposal Authority, Western Riverside Statutory Joint Waste Disposal Authority, Manchester Combined Authority, Merseyside Statutory Joint Waste Disposal Authority, East London Statutory Joint Waste Disposal Authority, North London Statutory Joint Waste Disposal Authority, Braintree District Council, West Oxfordshire District Council, National Association of Waste Disposal Officers, Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee, Local Government Association, Manchester Combined Authority, London Environment Directors Network, Camden Council, Association of Directors of Environment, Planning and Transport, County Councils NetworkA meeting with local government organisations and associations to discuss circular economy. Including Deposit Return Scheme and Packaging Extended Producer ResponsibilityCSV
24 November 2025Angela EagleNational Federation of Fishermen's Organisation and Cornish Fish Producers OrganisationVisit to Newlyn to see the fishing industryCSV
20 November 2025Angela EagleCountry Land and Business AssociationCLA Rural Business Conference on what is driving growth in the rural economyCSV
19 November 2025Emma ReynoldsCountry Land and Business Association (Gavin Lane)Meeting ahead of SoS speech at CLA conferenceCSV
19 November 2025Emma HardyNational Federation of Fishermen's OrganisationsMeeting with Minister Hardy, Minister Eagle and the National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations discussing impact of fisheries from MPA managementCSV
19 November 2025Angela EagleSir Charles GodfrayMeeting between Sir Charles Godfray and Minister Eagle on Oxford Martin Programme on Future of FoodCSV
18 November 2025Susan HaymanSouth West Local Nature Partnership meetingBaroness Hayman briefly attended South West Nature Partnerships regualr online meeting to discuss nature policy and the government's work in this area, including landscape recovery schemes.CSV
18 November 2025Susan HaymanSusan Jebb (Food Standards Agency)Discussions on SPS preparation and engagement, as well as data sharing, as well as biosecurity and bordersCSV
18 November 2025Susan HaymanAnimal Health & Welfare Board for EnglandMeeting to update the Minister on the bioindustrial cluster launch with key aspects being biofuels, food, pharmaceuticals which multiple government departments are involved in. Discussions also aroudn key issues like sheep dip and how manufacturers are exploring safer production methods for long-term risk reduction as well as the animal health and welfare pathway being successful and cost effective.CSV
18 November 2025Susan HaymanNatural EnglandDiscussions surrounded Natural England's strategy and how focus was shifting to anture recovery rather than just nature protection, nature for health and wellbeing and national security.CSV
18 November 2025Susan HaymanHilary CottamDiscussions around Uplands communities and Defra's enagement. Discussions on strategic considerations such as: community led approaches, shared goals, the challeneges of depending on tourismCSV
13 November 2025Emma HardyLawrence Gosden (Southern Water)To discuss water company performanceCSV
12 November 2025Emma ReynoldsBritish Retail Consortium (Helen Dickinson)Introductory discussion on food policyCSV
12 November 2025Susan HaymanTenant Farmers AssociationMeeting with both peers and the Tenant Farmers Association to discuss agricultural tenancies and how the Law Commission is reviewing these. Also, discussions around the Agricultural Holdings Act 1986.CSV
12 November 2025Angela EagleAgricultural Industries ConfederationAttending the AIC conference and delivered a speech on political priorities for farmingCSV
6 November 2025Emma ReynoldsHilary CottamDiscussion on farming policyCSV
6 November 2025Angela EagleSmartparcSite visit about food productionCSV
5 November 2025Angela EagleThe Institute for Agriculture and HorticultureMeeting between TIAH's new CEO and Minister Eagle to discuss their mission to professionalise the agricultural and horticultural sectorCSV
4 November 2025Susan HaymanThe Open Spaces SocietyDiscussions on the importance of Common land and the Commons Act, also discussed access to nature and progress within this area.CSV
3 November 2025Emma HardyLila Thompson (from British Water)To discuss the British Water ConferenceCSV
29 October 2025Angela EagleDan Corry and Heather HancockMeeting about the reviews Dan Corry and Heather Hancock conducted about Defra's regulatory landscapeCSV
29 October 2025Angela EagleHenry DimblebyMeeting between Henry Dimbleby and Minister Eagle on foodCSV
29 October 2025Angela EagleFera Science Limited10 year Anniversary Reception, theme was 'Reducing the Environmental Cost of Food Production'CSV
29 October 2025Angela EagleCountry Land and Business AssociationReceptionCSV
28 October 2025Emma HardyThames Water MeetingTo discuss water company performanceCSV
28 October 2025Emma HardyFidra, Wildlife and Countryside Link, Marine Conservation Society, CHEM trust, Royal Society of Chemistry, Chemical Industries Association, Chemicals business association, British Retail Consortium, Water UK, Chartered Institution of Wastes ManagementPFAS roundtable hosted by Minister HardyCSV
28 October 2025Angela EagleNational Farmers UnionMeeting between NFU CEO and Minister Eagle about farmingCSV
27 October 2025Emma ReynoldsSevern Trent (Liv Garfield)Discussion on water operationsCSV
25 October 2025Emma ReynoldsFeargal SharkeyDiscussion on water policyCSV
25 October 2025Emma ReynoldsBaroness Minette BattersMeeting discussing Farming Profitabiltiy ReviewCSV
25 October 2025Emma ReynoldsHenry Dimblebyintroductory discussion on food policyCSV
25 October 2025Emma ReynoldsAmbassador SerranoDiscussion of Defra policy as relevant to UK-EU relationsCSV
21 October 2025Emma HardyPaddle UKAPPG for Outdoor Recreation and Access to Nature InquiryCSV
21 October 2025Angela EagleUK FisheriesMeeting between UK Fisheries and Minister Eagle about restoring fishing industryCSV
21 October 2025Angela EagleNational Federation of Fishermen's OrganisationRoundtable with representatives from NFFO about fishingCSV
20 October 2025Emma HardyCitizen's adviceInternational Water Commission Consumer RecommendationsCSV
20 October 2025Angela EagleCranswickMeeting between Cranswick and Minister Eagle about foodCSV
20 October 2025Angela EagleSofina Foods, Cranswick, Sainsburys, McCain, Bidfood, NESTA, Greencore, Food Foundation, Institute of Grocery DistributionIntroductory meeting of the Food Strategy Advisory Board discussing creating the government's food strategyCSV
16 October 2025Susan HaymanDogs TrustMeeting to discuss third party liability insurance, the data on the number of claims as well as discussing fundingCSV
16 October 2025Susan HaymanBoehringer Ingelheim ltdMeeting to discuss the vet med supply in Northern Ireland and preparation for the end of the grace period.CSV
16 October 2025Mary CreaghSevern Trent, Greensphere Capital, Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals, Aldersgate, Mott Macdonald, Responsible Travel, EMR Group, Bartle Bogle Hegarty Group, Associated British Foods, Green Finance Institute and Broadway InitiativeA meeting of the Council for Sustainable Business to receive updates on their work and particularly a focus on the Environmental Improvement PlanCSV
15 October 2025Susan HaymanVeterinary Medicines Working GroupMeeting where the Veterinary Medicines Working Group is convened in order to discuss vet meds, the supply in Northern and the grace period.CSV
15 October 2025Angela EagleBBC Radio 4Farming Today showCSV
14 October 2025Mary CreaghRoyal Horticultural SocietyDiscussion during a visit to RHS Wisley on a peat-free transition and the Peat-Free FellowshipCSV
14 October 2025Mary CreaghCanal and River Trust, the Church Commissioners, Clinton Devon Estates, the Crown Estate, Duchy of Cornwall, Ducy of Lancaster, Elveden Estate, Holkham Estate LocatED, National Trust, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, United Utilities, Wildlife Trusts and Yorkshire WaterA meeting of the National Estate for Nature to discuss estate management and rebuilding natureCSV
14 October 2025Angela EagleScottish Fishermen's FederationAn introduction between SFF and Minister Eagle about fishingCSV
14 October 2025Angela EagleAgricultural Industries ConfederationAn introduction between AIC and Minister Eagle about farmingCSV
13 October 2025Emma HardyFlood Re, Swiss Re, British Insurers Brokers Association, Association of British insurers, COVEA insurance, Aviva, Allianz, AXA, Admiral Group, Zurich, AGEAS UK, NFU mutual, Lloyds banking group, UK Finance, Building Society Association, National flood forumFlood insurance roundtable hosted by Minister HardyCSV
13 October 2025Mary CreaghCountry Food TrustTo discuss the work that Country Food Trust do and theFarming in Protected Landscape fundCSV
13 October 2025Mary CreaghLush CosmeticsDiscussed circular economy initiatives and reusable/returnable packaging as well as their green finance workCSV
9 October 2025Emma ReynoldsEnvironment AgencyVisit Pevensey Bay Flood DevelopmentCSV
9 October 2025Emma HardyMoody'sMeeting with Moody's on UK Water ConferenceCSV
24 September 2025Susan HaymanNational Federation of Fisherman's Organisations & Shellfish Association of Great BritainDiscussion around Welfare at the time of killing and industry's current concerns in this policy area.CSV
24 September 2025Emma ReynoldsWater UKIntroductory callCSV
24 September 2025Emma ReynoldsFood and Drink Federation (Karen Betts)Introductory callCSV
18 September 2025Susan HaymanJonatahan StathamDiscussions around the animal health and welfare board for england's ambition that industry and government can align to achieve more than industry or government can separately. Discussions around how this has happened in the past, several examples of successful engagement between gov and farmersCSV
16 September 2025Angela EagleMinette BattersFarming ReportCSV
16 September 2025Angela EagleNational Federation of Fishermen's OrganisationsFishing introductionCSV
11 September 2025Susan HaymanZoetisDiscussions around the veterinary medicine supply in Northern Ireland, Zoetis' preparation in the lead up to the grace period, Zoetis raised their regular engagement with the Veterinary Medicines Directorate and Baroness Haayman encouraged this engagement to continue.CSV
11 September 2025Susan HaymanMSD Animal HealthDiscussions aroudn the veterinary medicines supply in Northern Ireland and how the Government can best support businesses moving forwardCSV
11 September 2025Susan HaymanElancoDiscussions aroudn the veterinary medicines supply in Northern Ireland, Elanco gave feedback on how they have found working with VMD, and how the government can best support them with this issue.CSV
10 September 2025Susan HaymanMarc Abraham and Sarah CloverDiscussions around Lucy's law, Mark and Sarah explained that they believe looholes exist within this law, concerning the different licenses in GB and in NI. Baroness Hayman noted that this was largely a Northern Ireland issue.CSV
10 September 2025Susan HaymanLord Ravensdale and Lord HuntDiscussions around the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, specifcally amendment 350, Habitat RegulationsCSV
10 September 2025Emma ReynoldsNational Farmers UnionBack British Farming DayCSV
9 September 2025Susan HaymanBaroness YoungDiscussions aroudnt the planning & Infrastructure Bill, specifically part 3 and the forestry commission related amendmentsCSV
9 September 2025Susan HaymanVetoquinolDiscussions around the Veterinary Medciines Supply in Northern Ireland, Vetoquinol's plans ahead of the grace period coming to an end, how the government can best support businesses during this grace period.CSV
8 September 2025Emma ReynoldsWater UK (Ruth Kelly)Introductory callCSV
8 September 2025Emma ReynoldsCountry Land and Business Association (Victoria Vyvyan)Introductory callCSV
8 September 2025Emma ReynoldsNational Farmers Union (Tom Bradshaw)Introductory callCSV
8 September 2025Emma ReynoldsWildlife and Countryside Link (Richard Benwell)Introductory callCSV
3 September 2025Susan HaymanMichael SealsDiscussions around the Animal Sentience Committees current work, Baroness Hayman outlined her current key priorities in the animal welfare space, Michael outlined the legislation currntly being looked at by ASC.CSV
3 September 2025Susan HaymanLord Roborough / Lord BlencathraDiscussions around the Planning & Infrastructure Bill, specifically the Nature Restoration Fund and Environmental Delivery Plans.CSV
3 September 2025Daniel ZeichnerSoil AssociationFarmingCSV
3 September 2025Daniel ZeichnerWine and Spirit Trade AssociationAlcoholic drinksCSV
2 September 2025Daniel ZeichnerHilary CottamUplands farmingCSV
2 September 2025Daniel ZeichnerNature-Friendly Farming NetworkNature-friendly farming issuesCSV
2 September 2025Daniel ZeichnerDame Fiona ReynoldsFarming and skillsCSV
1 September 2025Steve ReedTom B FarmVisit to discuss farming policyCSV
31 August 2025Steve ReedCornish Fish Producers organisation membersRoundtableCSV
30 July 2025Steve ReedCornwall dinner with Industry LeadersPolicy discussionCSV
29 July 2025Steve ReedMartin Lines FarmFollow-up bilateral visit after Groundswell show to discuss farming policyCSV
28 July 2025Steve ReedRachel Hallos' FarmAttended the NFU's water summitCSV
23 July 2025Susan HaymanUS EmbassyDiscussions around Defra's concerns on trophy hunting and the possible future direction of the policy, US policy on hunting trophy imports and exports, and positioning on CITES.CSV
23 July 2025Susan HaymanPrinces GroupDiscussions around Phase 3 'Not for EU' Labelling policy and ways of working moving forward. Meeting to hear from stakeholders affected by this policy.CSV
23 July 2025Steve ReedLondon ZooAttended breakfastCSV
22 July 2025Emma HardyRoyal Society for Protection for BirdsTo discuss domestic marine reforms.CSV
22 July 2025Emma HardyWildlife and Countryside LinkTo discuss domestic marine reforms.CSV
22 July 2025Emma HardyThe Wildlife TrustsTo discuss domestic marine reforms.CSV
21 July 2025Susan HaymanJonathan StathamDiscussions around the Animal Health and Welfare Board for England and what was discussed at the board's last quarterly meeting.CSV
21 July 2025Emma HardyGeneral, Municipal, BoilmakersTo discuss union views on water reform.CSV
21 July 2025Emma HardyUnisonTo discuss general conditions in the water sector.CSV
21 July 2025Emma HardyLazard, Macquarie, Allianz Capital Partners, Blackrock, M&G, BCI, metlife, CPPIB, IFM investors, Orama House, GIC, Ancala, CKI UK, Corsair capital, Arjun Infrastructure, OTPP, Rothschild and co, IRCP, KKR, Western Asset, Moelis, Rothesay, LPPI, barclays, Stepstone Group, HWL Europe, USS, Omers, GIIA, PGIM, AGLTD, RBCCM, Invesco, Fil, Aberdeen plc, giia, cdpq, morrison global, farallon capital, adia, dws, fierainfrastructure, Igneo Infrastructure Partners, Federated hermes, dalmore capital, lacaisse, Lloyds,To discuss Independent Water Commission final report with investment stakeholders.CSV
17 July 2025Susan HaymanAndy Macnae MPDiscussions around the new APPG for Outdoor Recreation and Access to Nature policy. Baroness Hayman shared her hopes to work closely with other departments on this policy area.CSV
17 July 2025Steve ReedThe TimesInterviewCSV
16 July 2025Susan HaymanLord TreesDiscussions around the Animal Welfare (Import of Dogs, Cats and Ferrets) Bill, the Bill's next stage, and Baroness Hayman's role within the next stages.CSV
16 July 2025Emma HardyNorthumbrian WaterTo discuss water company performance.CSV
15 July 2025Steve ReedWater UKSkill SummitCSV
14 July 2025Emma HardyWater Delivery Taskforce - Water UK, Cambridge Water Scarcity Group, TUC, Health and Safety Executive, South Staffs & Cambridge Water, Anglian WaterTo hold water companies to account on delivery of water sector investment.CSV
10 July 2025Susan HaymanCathal O'RoukeDiscussions around the National Biosecurity Centre, it's move to Weybridge, the Projects importance in the UK, as well as it's branding. Both parties stressed that the National Biosecurity Centre was essential for the growth agendaCSV
10 July 2025Daniel ZeichnerTenant Farmers AssocationTenant farmingCSV
9 July 2025Emma HardySevern Trent Plc and Severn Trent WaterTo discuss water company performance.CSV
8 July 2025Susan HaymanCompetition Markets AuthorityDiscussion around the Competiton & Markets Authority investugation into the Vet sector & the timing of CMA's reportCSV
8 July 2025Susan HaymanHannah Molloy & Marc AbrahamDiscussions around Responsible dog ownership, breed specific legilsation and it's suitability, as well as Responsible Dog Ownership Taskforce and it's role.CSV
8 July 2025Emma HardyUK River SummitEvent with environmental NGOs to discuss the water sector.CSV
7 July 2025Steve ReedProfessor Dieter HelmMeeting to discuss water reformCSV
3 July 2025Steve ReedAnna Taylor (Executive Director of the Food Foundation)Bilateral at Groundswell ShowCSV
3 July 2025Steve ReedNature Friendly Farming NetworkBilateral at Groundswell ShowCSV
3 July 2025Steve ReedAffinity WaterBilateral at Groundswell ShowCSV
2 July 2025Emma HardyPortsmouth Water Board MeetingTo discuss water company performance.CSV
2 July 2025Daniel ZeichnerJoint Nature Conservation CommitteeNature-friendly farming issuesCSV
2 July 2025Steve ReedFood and Drink FederationSpoke at ReceptionCSV
1 July 2025Emma HardyThames Water MeetingTo discuss water company performance.CSV
1 July 2025Steve ReedDavid Maddox (Political Editor of The Independent)Political LunchCSV
30 June 2025Mary CreaghCromwell Green, Arbtech Consulting, EntradeMeeting to discuss the Planning and Infrastructure Bill and their opinionsCSV
30 June 2025Emma HardyAffinity WaterMeeting to discuss water company performanceCSV
30 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerNational Farmers' Union, British Poultry Council, British Egg Industry Council, National Pig Association, National Sheep Association, National Beef Association, British Retail Consortium, Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers, Game Farmers AssociationAttended meetings for discussions on farmed animal welfareCSV
26 June 2025Mary CreaghAppleMeeting to discuss Apple's sustainability initiativesCSV
26 June 2025Mary CreaghNational Fire Chief's CouncilMeeting to discuss moorland fires and the government responseCSV
26 June 2025Susan HaymanBritish Retail ConsortiumJoint meeting with the British Retail Consortium and the Cabinet Office. Discussions were focused around why action to mitigate Article 4 action by the EU is importantCSV
26 June 2025Susan HaymanConservative Animal Welfare FoundationMeeting to discuss Animal Welfare Strategy, Minister's portfolio was discussedCSV
26 June 2025Steve ReedEnric SalaAttended meeting discuss marine policyCSV
26 June 2025Steve ReedDanoneAttended meeting discuss food labellingCSV
25 June 2025Mary CreaghThe Recycling AssociationA discussion at a dinner event on their 25th anniversary on government waste reformsCSV
25 June 2025Emma HardySouthern Water LPA Water GroupMeeting to discuss water company performanceCSV
25 June 2025Emma HardyWildlife Country LinkMeeting to discuss water company reformCSV
25 June 2025Susan HaymanThe Humane League, Animal Equality, Open Cages, Humane Slaughter Association, RSPCA, Compassion in World Farming, World Animal ProtectionFarmed animal welfare NGO roundtable: Roundtable co hosted by Baroness Hayman and Minister Zeichner to discuss the government's strategic vision for animal welfare. Issues raised included: Confinement systems, welfare at slaughter policy, labelling, and the desire to move with the EU. Many attendees raised concerns around farmed fish and the need to move away from farrowing cratesCSV
25 June 2025Susan HaymanMerlin Entertainment, Zoological Society of London, Zoo Experts Committee, The Deep, Bristol Zoo project, Chester Zoo, National Centre for Birds of Prey, Shaldon Wildlife Trust, British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA)Zoos Roundtable to discuss the new standards of modern zoo practices in great Britain. Discussions largely surrounded the recruitment and training of zoo inspectors, and that the standards will be better embed if there are consistent inspections and clear enforcementCSV
25 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerAnimal Equality UK, Humane Slaughter Association, Humane League, RSPCA, Compassion in World Farming, World Animal Protection, Open CagesAttended meeting for discussions on Farmed Animal WelfareCSV
25 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerConfederation of British IndustryUK-EU Summit discussionCSV
25 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerUK Hospitality, Aramark, Bidfood, Greene King, Domino's, McDonald's, Burger King, Ferrero, Sodexo, Nando's, Deliveroo, Yum BrandsHospitality roundtable for discussion on food strategyCSV
24 June 2025Mary CreaghStructural Timber AssociationMeeting to discuss government changes and work on timber, such as the timber in construction roadmapCSV
24 June 2025Susan HaymanLabour Animal Welfare SocietyMeeting to discuss Animal Welfare Strategy, Minister's portfolio was discussedCSV
24 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerBennie GroupRural communities and business challengesCSV
24 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerFlox.AIAttended meetings for discussions on Business challengesCSV
24 June 2025Steve ReedLSF WholesaleAttended meeting discuss Farming policy issuesCSV
24 June 2025Steve ReedWootzano ltdAttended meeting discuss Farming policy issuesCSV
23 June 2025Mary CreaghIKEAMeeting to discuss the work the company is doing on circularityCSV
23 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerThe Institute of Agriculture and HorticultureFarming policy catch-upCSV
19 June 2025Mary CreaghThe Land AppMeeting to discuss digitisation of land use recordsCSV
19 June 2025Mary CreaghBritish Retail ConsortiumMeeting to discuss member opinions on waste reformsCSV
18 June 2025Emma HardyWildlife and Country Link, Rivers Trust, British Poultry, Water UK, National Farmers' Union, River Action, Wildlife Trusts, WWF, Country Land and Business AssociationMeeting to discuss farming pollution regulationCSV
18 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerInstitute of Grocery Distribution, Godfrey, Sainsbury's, Sofina Foods, McCain, Cranswick, Food and Drink Federation, Nesta, Flor Healy, Bidfood, GreencoreAttended Food Sector Advisory Board meetingCSV
18 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerCountryside Land and Business AssociationFarming policy catch-upCSV
17 June 2025Emma HardyUnited UtilitiesMeeting to discuss water company performanceCSV
17 June 2025Emma HardyGMB UnionMeeting to discuss water industrial relationsCSV
17 June 2025Emma HardySouthern Water LPA Water GroupMeeting to discuss water scarcity managementCSV
17 June 2025Susan HaymanUlster Farmers' UnionMain policy area discussed was the Veterinary medicines supply in Northern Ireland and possible solutions/ways of working together. Attendees raised concerns such as prices rising in Northern Ireland and veterinary medicines not being included in the scope of the EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreementCSV
17 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerNational Farmers' UnionFarming policy catch-upCSV
17 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerBritish Poultry CouncilAttended meeting for discussion on Animal WelfareCSV
17 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerNational Pig Association, National Farmers' Union, 2 Sisters Food Group, British Egg Industry Council, British Free Range Egg Producers Association, British Poultry Council, Pilgrim's, Cranswick, Avara Food, PD Hook HatcheriesPigs, Eggs, and Poultry Farming Reform RoundtableCSV
17 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerNational Federation of Fishermen's Organisations, Scottish Fishermen's Federation, UK Fisheries, Welsh Fishermen's Association, Northern Ireland Fish Producers Organisation, Orkney Fisheries, Cornish Fish Producers Organisation, North East of Scotland Fishermen's OrganisationFisheries Roundtable discussionCSV
16 June 2025Mary CreaghWestminster Council, Broadland District Council, Wiltshire County Council, West London Statutory Joint Waste Disposal Authority, Western Riverside Statutory Joint Waste Disposal Authority, Manchester Combined Authority, Merseyside Statutory Joint Waste Disposal Authority, East London Statutory Joint Waste Disposal Authority, North London Statutory Joint Waste Disposal Authority, Local Government Technical Advisors Group, Camden Council, London Environment Directors Network, Association of Directors of Environment, Planning and Transport, National Association of Waste Disposal Officers, Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee, Local Government Association, County Councils Network, District Councils Network, West Sussex County CouncilA roundtable to discuss waste initiatives and work across local governmentCSV
16 June 2025Emma HardyRiver ActionMeeting to discuss agricultural pollution in waterCSV
16 June 2025Emma HardyDieter HelmMeeting to discuss water sector reformCSV
16 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerNational Beef Association, Anglo Beef Processors, Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers, National Farmers' Union, Association of Independent Meat Suppliers, British Meat Processors' Association, National Sheep Association, Dairy UK, Country Land and Business Association, Tenant Farmer AssociationBeef, Dairy, and Sheep Farming Reform RoundtableCSV
12 June 2025Mary CreaghFinance EarthMeeting to discuss the work that they do and the role of the government in private sector nature marketsCSV
12 June 2025Mary CreaghAviva Investors, Gresham House, Lloyds Banking Group, Barclays, NatWest, National Wealth Fund, West Yorkshire Pension Fund, Finance Earth, Severn Trent Water, Barratt Developments, Associated British Foods, Diageo, EnTrade, Green Finance InstituteA roundtable to discuss how the government can encourage business investment in natureCSV
12 June 2025Susan HaymanAnimal Policy InternationalPolicy areas discussed included: the recent trade deals in the US and India and the need to protect animal welfare standards. Attendees raised the risks and potential benefits of the EU reset and Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement for animal welfare. Attendees also discussed domestic animal welfare policy and the Minister's plans to improve animal welfare in the UKCSV
12 June 2025Steve ReedAviva Investors, Gresham House, Lloyds Banking Group, Barclays, NatWest, National Wealth Fund, West Yorkshire Pension Fund, Finance Earth, Severn Trent Water, Barratt Developments, Associated British Foods, Diageo, EnTrade, HMG Office for Investment , Green Finance InstituteRoundtable to discuss private sector investment in nature recoveryCSV
11 June 2025Mary CreaghWildlife and Countryside Link, World Wide Fund for Nature, Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, the Wildlife Trusts, Green Alliance, Woodland Trust, The Rivers Trust, Friends of the Earth, Greenpeace, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, National TrustMeeting to discuss the impacts of the Spending Review on their organisationsCSV
11 June 2025Susan HaymanBattersea Dogs and Cats Home, British Veterinary Association, RSPCA, Kennel Club, Cats, Protection, Blue Cross, Companion Animal Sector Council, Dogs Trust, PDSA, Canine and Feline Sector GroupCompanion Animal Welfare Roundtable discussed the government's plans to publish the animal welfare strategy later this year. Animal welfare policy areas discussed, included: the puppy smuggling Bill with attendees noting the potential limits to the Bill. Additionally, attendees raised the issue of wanting better licensing to regulate rescue and rehoming centres. Assurances were made that the guidance on Primate Licensing would be launched soonCSV
11 June 2025Susan HaymanFour Paws, League Against; Cruel Sport, Crustacean Compassion, International Fund for Animal Welfare, Humane World, British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA), World Animal Protection, World Horse Welfare, RSPCANon Companion Welfare Roundtable, Animal Welfare Policy discussions surrounding the government's manifesto commitment to ban snares, trail hunting and the fact that this is also a manifesto pledge. The Minister also raised the recent zoo standards announcement. Wildlife crime and wildlife protection were two other policy areas which were raised by attendeesCSV
11 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerFood and Drink Federation, UK Hospitality, British Retail Consortium, National Farmers' UnionAttended meeting for discussions on Food DistributionCSV
11 June 2025Steve ReedNational Farmers' UnionAttended meeting with Tom Bradshaw, President, National Farmers' Union to discuss key issues in the farming sectorCSV
11 June 2025Steve ReedGreen Finance InstituteAttended meeting ahead of co-hosting roundtable on 12 JuneCSV
10 June 2025Mary CreaghCorporate Justice CoalitionMeeting to discuss Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs circularity work and work on supply chainsCSV
10 June 2025Susan HaymanNorthern Ireland Veterinary Association, British Veterinary Association, Veterinary Surgeons Supply Co., National Office for Animal Health, Ulsters Farmers' Union, Animal and Plant Health AssociationDiscussions surrounding Veterinary medicines and the supply in Northern Ireland, why veterinary medicines were not included in the SPS agreement, and what discussions have taken place with the EU. Ministers & MPs were also in attendanceCSV
10 June 2025Susan HaymanNorthern Ireland Veterinary Association, British Veterinary Association, Veterinary Surgeons Supply Co., National Office for Animal Health, Ulsters Farmers' Union, Animal and Plant Health AssociationVet Meds Working Group meeting attendees also included Ministers, MPs. Discussions surrounding Veterinary medicines and the supply in Northern Ireland, why veterinary medicines were not included in the Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement, and what discussions have taken place with the EUCSV
10 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerOasthouse Ventures, British Berry Growers, National Farmers' Union, Tiptree, Godfrey Farming, Agriculture Investments, Thanet Earth, British Sugar, Ag IndustriesHorticulture and Arable Farming Reform RoundtableCSV
9 June 2025Mary CreaghNew Forest National Park AuthorityA discussion on the New Forest National Park and common land farming.CSV
5 June 2025Emma HardyThe Nation Drought GroupMeeting to discuss drought in the UKCSV
5 June 2025Steve ReedBlable FarmVisit to Blable Farm to discuss key issues in the farming sectorCSV
5 June 2025Steve ReedCountry Land & Business AssociationBilateral meeting at the Royal Cornwall Show to discuss farming issuesCSV
5 June 2025Steve ReedNational Farmers' UnionBilateral meeting at the Royal Cornwall Show to discuss farming issuesCSV
4 June 2025Mary CreaghToo Good to Go, Fareshare, Pepsico, Food and Drink Federation, Local Government, Authority, Marks and Spencer, Biffa, Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology, Institute of Grocery Distributors, Mars, Tesco, Again, Bioelectric, Felix Project, UK Hospitality, Food Standards Agency, Eden Labs, British Retail Consortium, Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association, Association of Convenience Stores, Waste Resource Action ProgrammeA roundtable to discuss the agri-food sector's opinions on directions for the Circular Economy Strategy and their input to the Circular Economy TaskforceCSV
4 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerShellfish Association of Great BritainAttended meetings for discussions on shell fishing challengesCSV
4 June 2025Daniel ZeichnerInstitute of Grocery Distribution, Godfrey, Sainsbury's, Sofina Foods, McCain, Cranswick, Food and Drink Federation, Nesta, Flor Healy, BidfoodAttended Food Sector Advisory Board meetingCSV
3 June 2025Mary CreaghBroadway Initiative, Environmental Markets Board, EnTrade, Arup, HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group, Tridos Bank, Aviva, Green Finance Institute, Nestle, Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks, Water UK, Freeths LLP, Diageo, National Farmers' Union, Country Land and Business Association, Wildlife and Countryside Link, National Trust, Climate Change CommitteeA discussion on the policy, governance, and infrastructure required to scale high integrity nature markets. With particular regards to the Nature Markets DialogueCSV
3 June 2025Susan HaymanAirports UK, ABTA, Eurostar, Eurotunnel/GetLink, British Ports Association, UK Major Ports Group, UK Chamber Shipping, Cruise Lines International Association, Port of Dover, DFDSPersonal Imports/Foot and Mouth Disease roundtable to discuss the potential affects Foot and Mouth Disease will have on the travel sector and potential solutions/ways of moving forwardCSV
2 June 2025Emma HardyRoyal Society for the Protection of BirdsMeeting to discuss domestic marine policy and birdlifeCSV
30 May 2025Mary CreaghSweeep KuusakoskIA discussion on a visit on vapes recyclingCSV
30 May 2025Mary CreaghDS SmithA discussion on a visit to a paper mill to discuss circularity and paper production in the UKCSV
22 May 2025Emma HardyTrade Union CouncilMeeting to discuss water industry relationsCSV
21 May 2025Emma HardyFlood Resilience TaskforceMeeting to discuss floods preparednessCSV
21 May 2025Susan HaymanBritish Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC)Joint meeting also attended by Minister Zeichner. Policy areas raised included general licencing for shooting, Defra's decision not to reissue GL45s to business in the shooting sector and the impact this will have on the rural economy. Other policy raised included the recent avian influenza outbreak and the fact it has been improving. Other policy areas included policies being brought forward by other departments in relation to the ownership of firearmsCSV
21 May 2025Daniel ZeichnerBritish Association of Shooting and ConservationAttended meetings for discussions on rural challengesCSV
20 May 2025Mary CreaghChartered Trading Standards InstituteMeeting to discuss that they were doing on the disposable vapes ban and enforcementCSV
20 May 2025Mary CreaghCosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery AssociationMeeting to discuss the Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility and how it will work in the sectorCSV
20 May 2025Mary CreaghUK Fashion and Textile Association, The Alliance of British Watch and Clock Makers, John Smedley, Walpole, British Toy and Hobby Association, Association of Manufacturers of Domestic Appliances, MacNaughton Holdings Limited, National Association of Jewellers, The Natural Fibre Company, Burberry, Hotpoint, Indesit, Whirlpool, Beko PLC, British Furniture Confederation, National Bed Federation, Leather UK, Tech UK, Sanderson Design Group, Scottish Leather Group, British Footwear Association, Howdens, British Beauty Council, Carpet Recycling UK, New Balance, Ercol Furniture, Panaz, DualitA roundtable with the Department of Business and Trade to discuss circularity with consumer goods companiesCSV
20 May 2025Emma HardyCharles Rangeley-WilsonMeeting to discuss chalk streamsCSV
19 May 2025Mary CreaghRoyal Horticultural SocietyMeeting at the Chelsea Flower Show to discuss the impact of the ornamental horticulture sector on the UK economyCSV
19 May 2025Mary CreaghReuse Network, Digital Poverty Alliance, Material Focus, Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee, Royal Mint, European Metal Recycling, Restart Project, Regen Initiative, N2S, Recolight, Environmental Services Association, British Metals Recycling Association, Triton Showers, Back Market, techUK, Ecogenesys, Beko PLC, Amazon, Currys, HP, SWEEEP, Virgin Media O2, Gap Recycling, Social, Environmental & Economic Solutions, Waste Recycling Action Programme,A roundtable to discuss the electrical sector's opinions on directions for the Circular Economy Strategy and their input to the Circular Economy TaskforceCSV
19 May 2025Emma HardyYorkshire WaterMeeting to discuss water company performanceCSV
19 May 2025Emma HardyCROPLIFE UKMeeting to discuss pesticides policyCSV
19 May 2025Steve ReedNational Farmers' UnionMeeting to discuss the UK/EU SummitCSV
19 May 2025Steve ReedFood & Drink FederationMeeting to discuss the UK/EU SummitCSV
19 May 2025Steve ReedScottish Fishermen's FederationMeeting to discuss the UK/EU SummitCSV
19 May 2025Steve ReedNational Federation of Fishermen's OrganisationsMeeting to discuss the UK/EU SummitCSV
19 May 2025Steve ReedBritish Retail ConsortiumMeeting to discuss the UK/EU SummitCSV
19 May 2025Steve ReedRoyal Horticulture SocietyAttendance at Chelsea Flower ShowCSV
15 May 2025Daniel ZeichnerHodmedodsAttended meetings for discussions on Business challengesCSV
14 May 2025Emma HardyPennon GroupMeeting to discuss water company performanceCSV
14 May 2025Daniel ZeichnerCobrey FarmsAttended meetings for discussions on Business challengesCSV
14 May 2025Daniel ZeichnerNational Farmers' Union, Food and Drink Federation, Salmon Scotland, Fresh Produce, British Meat Industry, Dairy UK, British Retail Consortium, Horticulture Trade Association, Shellfish Association of Great Britain, Confederation of British Industry, Ag Industries, Provision Trade Federation, International Meat Trade Association, Chilled Food AssociationRoundtable discussion on Sanitary and Phytosanitary BusinessCSV
14 May 2025Daniel ZeichnerABP Food GroupAttended meetings for discussions on Business challengesCSV
14 May 2025Steve ReedBrambleBramble Breakfast to discuss key issues in the food sector.CSV
13 May 2025Mary CreaghBritish International InvestmentMeeting to discuss private sector investment into international natureCSV
13 May 2025Mary CreaghSevern Trent, Responsible Travel, Bartle Bogle Hegarty, TruCost, Lock�n�Store, Associated British Foods plc, Hummingbird Technologies, John Holland-Kaye, Accenture, Green Finance Institute, Broadway Initiative, Aldersgate Group, Environmental Industries Commission, Institute of Environmental Management and AssessmentMeeting of the Council for Sustainable Business to discuss the development and implementation of an Environmental Improvement PlanCSV
13 May 2025Daniel ZeichnerFood and Drink Federation, UK Hospitality, British Retail Consortium, National Farmers' UnionAttended meeting for discussions on Food DistributionCSV
13 May 2025Daniel ZeichnerWineGBAttended meeting on Wine IndustryCSV
12 May 2025Mary CreaghCo-opMeeting to discuss the impact of the Deposit Return Scheme and Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility on their businessCSV
11 May 2025Mary CreaghAmani Khan, Producer, ITV NewsInterview on Deposit Return SchemeCSV
8 May 2025Mary CreaghThe Seam, ACS Clothing, Give Your Best, Marks and Spencer, Centre for Sustainable Fashion, University of the Arts London, WEFT Ltd, the Waste and Resources Action Programme, Charity Retail Association, UK Textile and Fashion Association, Textile Recycling Association, British Retail Consortium, British Fashion Council, Teemill, Fibre Lab, The Little Loop, Matoha, Renee Materials, Local Government Authority, ASDA, HIUT Denim, Been London, Lucy and Yak, Suex, ReLondonA roundtable to discuss the textile sector's opinions on directions for the Circular Economy Strategy and their input to the Circular Economy TaskforceCSV
8 May 2025Susan HaymanFarriers Registration CouncilDiscussions surrounding equines in Northern Ireland not having the same protections as in Great Britain, and that industry in Northern Ireland would like to improve protection of equines in Northern Ireland. Attendees also raised that they would like to see an update to the Farriers Registration Act, and also called for the constitution of this Act to be amended as in attendees view the council is oversizedCSV
8 May 2025Steve ReedNational Farmers' UnionMeeting to discuss key issues in the farming sectorCSV
8 May 2025Steve ReedFood & Drink FederationMeeting to discuss key issues in the food sector.CSV
8 May 2025Steve ReedCountry Land & Business AssociationMeeting to discuss key issues in the farming sector.CSV
7 May 2025Emma HardyThe Nation Drought GroupMeeting to discuss drought in the UKCSV
7 May 2025Susan HaymanWaterlife Recovery TrustA meeting to discuss Mink eradication, and waterlife recovery trusts work in this area. Implications surrounding mink trapping particularly in the summer monthsCSV
6 May 2025Emma HardyFloodryMeeting to discuss flooding insuranceCSV
6 May 2025Emma HardyThe Rivers Trust, River Action, Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust, Water UK, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, Wildlife and Country Link, Wildlife Trusts, National Trust, National Farmers' Union, Woodland Trust, Green Alliance, Country Land and Business AssociationMeeting to discuss river basin management plansCSV
30 April 2025Emma HardyNational association of drainage contractorsMeeting to discuss sustainable draining systemsCSV
30 April 2025Susan HaymanGame & Wildlife Conservation Trust meetingMeeting to discuss licensing policy, approach to licensing, the impact on the rural economy, negative impact on designated species if gamebird releases were stopped. Attendees outlined their efforts to build their evidence base to support decision making which was crucialCSV
29 April 2025Mary CreaghFinancial Conduct AuthorityMeeting to discuss the work that the FCA is doing and in particular their approach to natureCSV
29 April 2025Susan HaymanField Studies CouncilDiscussions surrounding the benefits of nature based and outdoor learning. Issues were raised surrounding the curriculum review and drawing links between nature/conservation and growthCSV
29 April 2025Daniel ZeichnerJulian Sayers, Association of Chief Estates Surveyors, Agricultural Law Association, Central Association Of Agricultural Valuers, Countryside Land and Business Association, Ciara Williams, National Farmers' Union, National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, Tenant Farmers AssociationFarm Tenancy Forum meetingCSV
28 April 2025Mary CreaghMarsMeeting to discuss the work Mars is doing on packaging, circularity and chewing gumCSV
28 April 2025Mary CreaghIKEAA discussion at a dinner event focused on IKEA's new store and their work on circularityCSV
28 April 2025Emma HardyAffinity WaterMeeting to discuss water affordabilityCSV
28 April 2025Daniel ZeichnerInstitute of Grocery Distribution, Godfrey, Sainsbury's, Sofina Foods, McCain, Cranswick, Food and Drink Federation, Nesta, Flor Healy, Bidfood, GreencoreAttended Food Sector Advisory Board meetingCSV
28 April 2025Steve ReedA1 GroupVisit to Metal Recycling Centre to discuss waste crime and fly tippingCSV
24 April 2025Emma HardyWildlife and Country Link, OCEANA, Marine Conservation Society, Blue Marine Foundation, Wildlife Trusts, Royal Society for the Protection of BirdsMarine special prioritisation discussionCSV
24 April 2025Steve ReedGbangbola FamilyAttended meeting to discuss the Zane CampaignCSV
23 April 2025Mary CreaghMarks and SpencerMeeting with Marks and Spencer to discuss the impact of the Deposit Return Scheme and the Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility on their businessCSV
23 April 2025Daniel ZeichnerFederation of Wholesale DistributorsAttended meetings for discussions on Business challengesCSV
23 April 2025Daniel ZeichnerLinking Environment and FarmingAttended meetings for discussions on Business challengesCSV
23 April 2025Daniel ZeichnerScottish Fisherman's FederationJoint meeting with Secretary of StateCSV
23 April 2025Daniel ZeichnerNational Federation of Fishermen's OrganisationsJoint meeting with Secretary of StateCSV
23 April 2025Steve ReedScottish Fishermen's FederationAttended meeting with Elspeth Macdonald, Scottish Fishermen's Federation Chief Executive Officer to discuss EU tradeCSV
23 April 2025Steve ReedNational Federation of Fishermen's OrganisationAttended meeting with Mike Cohen, National Federation of Fishermen's Organisation Chief Executive Officer to discuss EU tradeCSV
22 April 2025Daniel ZeichnerTenant Farmers AssociationAttended meetings for discussions on tenant farmingCSV
22 April 2025Daniel ZeichnerRiverfordAttended meetings for discussions on Business challengesCSV
22 April 2025Steve ReedZane CampaignMeeting to discuss the Zane CampaignCSV
11 April 2025Mary CreaghLocal Nature Partnerships and Wildlife and Countryside LinkA meeting with members of the Local Nature Partnership APPG on Local Nature Recovery Strategies and Environment Land Management SchemesCSV
11 April 2025Mary CreaghHelena Horton, Environmental Reporter, the GuardianInterview on new National Forests and investment into tree plantingCSV
9 April 2025Mary CreaghDartmoor National Park AuthorityA visit to Dartmoor National Park in which discussions were held on the impact of funding changesCSV
9 April 2025Mary CreaghDartmoor Nature AllianceMeeting to discuss their suggestions and input on how nature should be encouraged and how land use should be developed in Dartmoor National ParkCSV
9 April 2025Daniel ZeichnerEnergy & Climate Intelligence UnitAttended meetings for discussions on Land, Food and FarmingCSV
8 April 2025Mary CreaghExmoor National Park AuthorityA visit to Exmoor National Park in which discussions were held on the impact of funding changes to the national park and the range of nature-based solutions they utiliseCSV
8 April 2025Emma HardyYorkshire WaterMeeting to discuss Yorkshire Water's environmental performanceCSV
8 April 2025Daniel ZeichnerAgriculture Industries, Croplife, National Farmers' Union, Frontier Agriculture, British Society of Plant BreedersAttended meetings for discussions on oilseed rape farmingCSV
7 April 2025Daniel ZeichnerGreen AllianceAttended meeting for discussions on farmingCSV
4 April 2025Steve ReedLidlAttended meeting with Kenneth McGrath, Lidl Chief Executive Officer, Lidl to discuss key issues in the trade, farming and food sectorCSV
3 April 2025Mary CreaghBritish Trout AssociationMeeting to discuss the impacts of the announced US Trade agreement on their industryCSV

What this does not establish

A recorded meeting establishes that the department published a line saying the minister met the counterpart named, on the date given, for the purpose stated. It does not establish what was said, who asked for the meeting, or what followed. Gifts, hospitality and travel are linked above from the department’s own files and are not read into rows. The names are the department’s own strings and are not resolved to any person or company on this site by resemblance.

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