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Scottish Planning Biodiversity Metric consultation – what do we know so far?
"NatureScot has recently launched a consultation on the much-anticipated Scottish Planning Biodiversity Metric (SPBM), with responses invited until 30 November 2026. "
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The Sustainable Farming Incentive – what next and what can farm businesses do in the meantime?
"The sudden closure of the latest round of the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) applies further pressure on farm businesses already faced with an unprecedented number of uncontrollable challenges."
Spotlight: Future-proofing Rural Homes
Contains 5 articles"Tightening standards across all areas of privately rented rural housing are accelerating changes"
Why rural pays more
"Savills analysis shows a tougher, costlier path to compliance for rural housing"
Moving from policy pressure to portfolio strategy
"Taking time to understand change can support long-term estate resilience"
Managing rural tenancies proactively
"The Renters’ Rights Act places greater emphasis on evidence, process and communication"
Protecting what cannot be replaced
"To survive, historic buildings need planned stewardship, careful intervention and a viable future use"
The next generation of rural homes
"New homes are essential to the future of rural estates and local communities"
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How the ADOPT Fund can help farmers in England build resilience and profitability
"Farm businesses are operating in an increasingly complex environment, facing pressures from rising costs, labour availability, climate change, market volatility and evolving agricultural policy."
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Why climate volatility is no longer a future challenge for UK agriculture
"Continued drought conditions highlight the increasing pressure weather extremes have on food production and their impact along the food supply chain."
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