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In your field: James and Isobel Wright - "Labour's assault on rural communities makes it vital we have strong voices"

James and Isobel have three young children and recently bought their first farm, running beef and sheep over 13.8 hectares (34 acres), renting a further 44.5ha (110 acres). James works for tech firm Breedr as a product manager

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In your field: James and Isobel Wright - "Labour's assault on rural communities makes it vital we have strong voices"

Spring has sprung, the grass is growing, and calving has started. We have another new arrival, baby Rupert, who entered just as the cows started, meaning Isobel and I have been juggling nappies and newborn...

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