Two peers, Lord Hannan of Kinsclere and the Minister for International Trade, Lord Johnson of Lainston, have faced criticism for stating that New Zealand lamb is more environmentally friendly than British lamb during a House of Lords debate. This statement has been made despite concerns about the production standards from the UK farming industry and an analysis by AHDB indicating that the free trade agreement with New Zealand would benefit New Zealand farmers but negatively impact UK farmers. Richard Thomson, MP for Gordon, has called for an apology from the Minister to UK sheep producers for what he perceives as ignorance about the ethical production methods and environmental impact of New Zealand lamb.