New digital GPS devices for RPA inspectors
RPA inspectors are using new highly-accurate GPS mapping devices for farm inspections.
Advanced new GPS mapping devices are being used by Rural Payments Agency (RPA) inspectors this autumn, allowing pinpoint accuracy to within half a metre.
The new Leica CS25 device means the RPA has the most up-to-date technology available during inspections for measuring land. It also has increased digital connectivity, releasing inspectors from burdensome administration and allowing them to work more efficiently.
The RPA’s Information and Technology Director Ed Schofield said:
“We lead the way on digital services but we are determined to be even better. The roll-out of these new Leica devices demonstrates our continued determination to reduce costs and improve our customer service by offering more and better digital options.
“We are giving our inspectors the latest GPS-based technology which will improve the quality and accuracy of our mapping, and which in turn will improve the accuracy of the payments our customers receive.
“Improving our technology shows just how dedicated we are to achieving improved value for money and working at maximum efficiency and effectiveness across the Agency.”
Ends …
RPA media enquiries
Press office
Seacole Building
2 Marsham Street
London
SW1P 4DF
Contact form https://www.gov.uk/gui...
Telephone 03459 33 55 77
Out of Hours (queries before 9am and after 6pm on weekdays, and on weekends and public holidays) 0345 051 8486
This telephone number is for press calls only. Please see above for helpline / main switchboard.