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Get support to create woodland using the England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO).
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the wooden field gate item.
Your responsibilities and rules to follow for watercourses on or near your property, and permissions you need to do work around them.
Find bird flu disease control zones and the rules you must follow in each zone.
If you have installed solar PV panels or other eligible renewable electricity generation in your home or business, you may be able to earn money through the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG).
How councils assess and deal with nuisance odours from industrial, trade and business premises.
Find out which licence and fuel you need for agricultural vehicles and which tax and operator's licence exemptions might apply to you.
On 13 September 2023, the House of Lords voted against government proposals intended to unlock 100,000 homes between now and 2030 whilst protecting and improving the environment.
Read the guidance to help you make your claim for payment using the Rural Payments service or a claim form.
What you must do to avoid harming birds and when you’ll need a licence.
Read about what to expect and how you can get ready to apply when Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier (CSHT) opens in 2025.
Use the Fish Export Service to create a UK catch certificate for fish and shellfish caught by UK flagged vessels for export.
If you abstract water or plan to, you may need to apply for an abstraction licence.
Advice and guidance on protecting animal welfare.
Discover and register for Planning Inspectorate webinars.
Check for maintenance and downtime of the Rural Payments service over the next 4 weeks
As a vet or pharmacist, you must follow legal requirements when working with controlled drugs in veterinary medicine.
Information on oak processionary moth (OPM) for those who own or manage oak trees, including private tree and woodland owners as well as local authorities.
Access times for Defence Training Estate Lulworth and Tynham Village, Dorset.
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