Major increases to planning application fees announced
An overview of the key increases to planning application fees that are set to take effect from 8 December 2026.
SFI26 guidance released
The RPA has released 'almost complete' guidance around eligibility for the new SFI26 Window 1, which opens in June.
SFI26, FETF and Capital Grants (Feb 2026): will your applications be ready?
Farmers should be preparing for 2026's key grant schemes. The first opens mid March, so it’s important to take action now.
Join AssetSphere as a Chartered Town Planner
We’re looking to add a talented Chartered Town Planner with strong rural-planning experience and excellent client-facing skills to our dedicated, close-knit team.
Farming Equipment and Technology Fund 2025 opens for applications soon
Details of the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF), which is set to open for applications on 29 May 2025.
River Tone, Parrett, Yeo and Stour phosphorus reduction scheme 2025
Following the closure of the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme, there are still funding opportunities available for some farming businesses within certain Wessex Water sub-catchments.
Did you know claims to record rights of way will now be possible beyond 2031?
Defra has announced the 2031 deadline for recording new rights of way (ROW) has been scrapped. Here’s how to protect your land...
A summary of the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) changes announced by Defra on 11 March
Defra has announced a significant update to the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), with important and immediate consequences for any farmers yet to apply.
New productivity grants for 2025 announced
New productivity grants for 2025 have been announced by Steve Reed, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Changes to planning fees likely to be introduced from 1 April 2025
A useful summary of changes to planning fees that are expected to be introduced from 1 April (pending parliamentary approval).