In November 2020 we saw the adoption of the Agriculture Act 2020 within the UK which set the parameters for the future direction of farming support and regulation. Whilst we are far away from the finished results of the transitional phase of policy development, work is continuing at pace.

Following confirmation that the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) will be phased out by 2027, DEFRA have launched a consultation, that will run until the 11th August 2021, regarding further changes to the payment regime.

When creating an Assured Shorthold Tenancy it is imperative that all of the paperwork is in order to avoid creating a tenancy with greater security of tenure than intended.

Useful information to highlight a few issues that regularly pop up but really are no more than good housekeeping which can be done at any time.

What will a farming business look like in 2030? ….. a thought provoking question! Will our farming enterprises be more diverse? The answer is yes without a shadow of a doubt.

We all know that Government are looking to kickstart the economy, in part, by building and developing. The infrastructure necessary for this to happen is something you, as a landowner or occupier, need to be aware of.

After almost a year in the making the Agriculture Bill was finally enacted on 11th November 2020, now entitled the Agriculture Act 2020, and comes into full force on the 11th January 2021. This marks a significant milestone in agricultural policy.

We are approaching the end of that temporary increase period in Annual Investment Allowance which will reduce from its current level of £1million on the 31st December 2020.

With woodland creation high on the Government’s agenda there has never been a better time to start planting trees.

It is now a requirement for most residential landlords in England to give a six month notice period to terminate an Assured Shorthold Tenancy, Assured Tenancy, or a Rent Act Tenancy

Making a promise to someone sounds simple doesn’t it… it is, unless it relates to property.

New regulations come into effect on the 1st July 2020 in England to add to the ever-extending list of compulsory obligations for residential landlords.