Welsh Parliament visit/Senedd Cymru yn ymweld

The National Sheep Association (NSA) is today opening applications for young sheep farmers with a particular interest in agricultural policy to join an insightful event visiting The Senedd, taking place on Tuesday 24th September 2024.

This unique opportunity will allow a group of up to 12 passionate young sheep farmers to join together to go behind the scenes to learn more about how agricultural policy is brought about and its current influence on the sector. Including a tour of the Welsh Parliament as well as a meeting with Members of the Senedd, the trip provides a chance to pose questions to the people in power on key issues affecting the next generation of sheep farmers.

NSA Policy Manager Emma Bradbury, who will be accompanying the group, comments: “This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with an interest in how laws are formed and passed and the subsequent effect they have on the farming sector. NSA Next Generation is very encouraging of younger people in the industry becoming involved in work to help form agricultural policy, so we do hope to attract some enthusiastic young sheep farmers to join us for this inspiring trip. It really is a great opportunity to view behind the scenes of where the decisions affecting them happen.”

Applications are now invited from interested parties aged 18 to 35. NSA members and non-members alike are invited to join the visit although those not currently NSA members are encouraged to join the association. A short application form must be completed to be in with a chance of being chosen as one of the visiting group.

The guided tour of the Senedd and food will all be funded by NSA Next Generation however those joining the trip will be expected to pay for their own transport costs.

To apply for your chance to join this trip please complete the online form below.

Applications will close on Tuesday 10th September. Successful applicants will be contacted on Wednesday 11th September 2024.