Employment Rights Act Reforms: What rural and agricultural employers must do to stay compliant
The Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA) represents the most significant overhaul of UK employment law…
September 28, 2026 By Ellie Hibberd
I’ve Been Approached by a Renewable Energy Developer: What Should I Do First?
Being contacted by a renewable energy developer can be a daunting but appealing prospect. Developers…
September 28, 2026 By James Snell
Devon farm awards can point the way to solutions in tough times
The 2016 Devon Farm Business Awards were launched on Monday 2nd November on the farm of Devon’s…
September 17, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Truro lawyer asked to sit on the Agricultural Law Association Council
A solicitor based in Truro has been asked to sit on the council of the…
September 17, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Why Planning Matters to the Future of British Farming
As discussions from Back British Farming Day continue, one point raised by the National Farmers'…
September 17, 2026 By Tamara Hasson
Partial breach of planning conditions – what is the enforcement impact?
How does a breach of planning permission restrict what can take place after the breach…
August 24, 2026 By Duncan Tilney
12 Tips for Farmers Getting Business
As we just pass the half mark on the year our rural team at Stephens…
August 24, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Biodiversity Net Gain and Tax: New HMRC Guidance Brings Clarity for Rural Landowners
The expansion of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), nutrient neutrality and carbon markets is creating valuable…
July 24, 2026 By Neve McLennan
Biodiversity net-gain – an introduction for landowners
To secure planning permission, all new developments must be able to demonstrate a 10% increase…
July 21, 2026 By Tom Graham
Coastal access changes and its impact on landowners
Sarah Slade from the Country Land and Business Association explains the impact the new coastal…
July 21, 2026 By Guest Blogger
Newslink – rural newsletter
From rural entrepreneurs and farming awards to crop damage claims and trademarks the latest edition…
July 21, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Top tips for agrochemical crop damage claims
Most large scale commercial growers will engage agricultural contractors to spray their crops. For the most…
June 26, 2026 By Jeremy Crook