Farmers urged to be cautious in national sector safety drive

35 deaths were recorded on farms across the UK last year - seven of them in Scotland.

Nicola McAlley

Only 1% of the UK population works in agriculture, but farming continues to be the most dangerous occupation in Scotland.

People who live and work on farms are being urged to stop, think and be aware of the risks, as part of a national drive to make the sector safer.

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