Scott Mann MP said:
I'm very pleased to have been appointed to a role at DEFRA and look forward to working with colleagues to ensure the best for British agriculture and farming.
Portfolio as Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Including Commons Minister for International Nature):
Trade, including:
- Agri-food trade negotiations
- Standards
- Market access and exports, ‘Buy British’
- Geographical indications
Borders:
- Northern Ireland
- International Oceans (including climate, international whaling commission, marine biodiversity & Overseas Territories, marine litter, and blue finance)
- Support to SoS on Growth Agenda and Deregulation
- EU Law Review
Rural and Green Growth:
- Rural productivity and connectivity, rural life opportunities (childcare, education, skills & health)
- Domestic and international green finance, green jobs, and financial markets for nature and the environment
Animal Welfare:
- Lead for AHWBE
