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What the Budget means for farmers and landowners Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her Autumn Budget after weeks of speculation about the contents. The following is a brief summary of some of the key announcements with implications for farmers and landowners and our understanding of them so far. Inheritance tax on farms and estates – […]

Farming & food Global food systems pushing the planet beyond safe environmental boundaries – “the science is undeniable”  The latest report from the EAT-Lancet Commission, which is a collaboration of health, agriculture and environmental scientists, reaffirmed its ‘Planetary Health Diet’, which recommends a shift toward largely plant-based diets with moderate amounts of animal-source foods.  The […]

The Renters’ Rights Act will be implemented in three phases, with the first changes taking effect from 1 May 2026.  The Government has confirmed the following timetable for the rollout of the new legislation, which received Royal Assent in October 2025:  Phase One  From 1 May 2026, the key changes are:  Phase Two  From late 2026:  […]

Every corporate business in the UK is under growing pressure to measure  the impact of their operations on climate change and biodiversity and to take steps to reduce it.  Nature-based solutions are one way for them to meet both their regulatory obligations and voluntary sustainability goals, while at the same time opening up new revenue  […]

Farming & food  A third of British farmers made no profit in past year (UK)    35% of the farmers surveyed for a report for McCain Foods said that they made a loss or were breaking even.  The report states that 51% of farmers have considered leaving the industry in the past year due to financial […]

The closure of key Government schemes like the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) and Capital Grants has created uncertainty in the funding landscape for farmers and landowners.  These changes, along with the reductions in Basic Payment Schemes have left a gap in accessible agri-environmental funding at a time when demand for nature recovery and climate resilience […]

The Renters’ Rights Bill has now received Royal Assent, marking the most significant overhaul of the private rented sector in decades. It is a pivotal moment, bringing substantial changes for landlords across three key areas: rent review procedures, length of occupation and administrative requirements. It is important to note that the majority of the Act is not […]

Farming & food UK tractor registrations increase for first time in nine months (UK) Registrations in September 2025 were slightly higher than those in September 2024, according to data from the Agricultural Engineers Association.  This is a positive sign after registration numbers had previously fallen in every month in 2025 compared with the year before.  […]

Welcome to this quarter’s health & safety update. As we head into the latter part of the year, there’s no shortage of change and challenge across our industry — from ongoing safety concerns in agriculture to new legislation affecting landlords and property managers. In this edition, we take a look at the rise in farming […]

Wondering what grants or funding may be available to improve the energy efficiency of your home or rental property? There is a selection of grant schemes and incentives available across Great Britian designed to cut energy bills, boost comfort, and prepare properties for a low-carbon future. The value of the support can range from a […]

Lifetime gifting of farm or estate assets through Potentially Exempt Transfers (PETs) can be a valuable tool for succession and Inheritance Tax (IHT) planning. While your solicitor and accountant can guide you through the legal and financial implications,  it is equally important to acknowledge the practical and human consequences of transferring assets between generations.  Tax […]

Farming & food Agricultural land use in England (England) Defra has published the latest data on land use, for the year ending on 1 June 2025.  The main points are: The proportion of England’s total area used for agriculture has barely changed in the past ten years, remaining at 68-69%. The total croppable area has […]