Argebtine bill threatens Falklands oil deal

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Following the drawing up of a bilateral agreement between the UK and Argentina relating to oil exploration off the Falklands in 1995, William Marsden, the UK ambassador to Argentina is concerned that the passing of a draft bill on hydrocarbons by the Argentina's Congress may act against the earlier deal, causing problems for future oil exploration in the South Atlantic. At present, the Falklands is allowed to claim 9% of oil royalties against Argentina's 3%, with both sides agreeing "to disagree" on claims to sovereignty of the Falklands.

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Argentina: UK ambassador to nation is concerned passing of draft bill on hydrocarbons by latter's Congress may act vs deal

Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction, Argentina, Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas, Petroleum industry, Natural gas, Petroleum, Gas industry, Article

UK: PIG FARMERS FACE EU BAN ON EXPORTS

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Pig farmers in Britain could face a EU ban on exports of pork and bacon due to swine fever outbreaks. The EU has already banned live exports from England after cases of the disease were found in East Anglia. The EU veterinary committee is to meet in Brussels to review the ban. Pig farmer were hoping that the present ban, which runs to 31 August, might have its scope reduced if the outbreak can be contained. The Government awaits scientific results, which will determine whether the disease has spread.

Prepared Meats, Meat industry

The messiah of meat: how a Tuscan butcher became the saviour of steak

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Butcher Dario Cecchini's fight against the Italian government's decision to ban beef on the bone is discussed. His strong desire to protect the traditions of the Tuscan region is highlighted.

Prepared Beef, Laws, regulations and rules, Influence, Beef, Beef industry, Butchers, Meat markets, Cecchini, Dario