GM food plea by Soil Association

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The Soil Association is urging the UK government to exercise caution in allowing genetically modified (GM) crops to be grown commercially, in particular oil seed rape, following research on rats fed on GM potatoes. The tests showed that the rats suffered from suppressed immune systems as a result of the jackbean lectin contained in the potatoes. The Soil Association is also concerned about the effects on neighbouring crops from cross-contamination. *

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UK: Soil Association is urging govt to exercise caution in allowing genetically modified crops to be grown commercially

Government regulation (cont), All Other Miscellaneous Crop Farming, Crop Farms, Article

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UK: PREGNANCY POLICY WINS AWARD FOR M&S

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High street retail chain, Marks and Spencer has won an award for its 'excellent' policy towards its pregnant employees, which includes medical assessment, the choice of flexible working hours and guidance on pregnancy at work. The award comes from the charity, Tommy's Campaign.

Department Stores, Achievements and awards, Marks and Spencer PLC

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