CLA calls for empty property relief extension to broadband not-spots
The CLA today (6 December) welcomed a Government announcement on the roll-out of community broadband but called for empty property relief from business rates to be extended indefinitely to premises where broadband is not available. The Association said it was pleased by Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunts reported confirmation that 830 million will be made […]
Farming Futures wins Global Green Award for Creativity in Sustainability
Farming Futures, Forum for the Futures project communicating practical action on climate change in the agricultural industry, has won Best Public Sector campaign at the Global Green Awards. The Farming Futures partnership was launched in 2006 to raise awareness about climate change amongst farmers and land managers. It has since become the leading behaviour change […]
Natural England relaxes rules on supplementary feeding to help livestock farmers in AE schemes through the big freeze
Natural England recognises the severe problems faced by livestock farmers as a result of freezing weather conditions and has announced steps today to make it easier for them to feed their animals. Farmers in agri-environment schemes which normally impose restrictions on supplementary feeding will now be able to give their livestock additional feed to help […]
That was the day that was for Gripple
In just one day, Gripple Limited, the innovative multi award-winning Sheffield company, not only received a Royal visit but also three more prestigious awards!. HRH The Duke of Edinburgh officially opened Hog Works – the new Sheffield home of Gripple’s sister company and reusable packaging innovator, Loadhog, which completes Gripple’s latest ambitious and comprehensive expansion […]
British public talk turkey in new survey
One in five people say that turkeys can fly while one in ten believes the bird originates from Turkey, a new survey reveals. The NFU-commissioned poll quizzed 3,000 people about their festive eating habits, how they choose a Christmas bird and how much they know about turkeys in general. The results revealed that 20 per […]
Researchers pinpoint trigger mechanism which means animals are prepared for the season whatever the weather
Aberdeen scientists have identified the key trigger mechanism in the internal clocks of animals which means they are prepared for the season whether snow comes in November or the sun shines in March. The research team, led Dr Hugues Dardente and Professor David Hazlerigg at the University of Aberdeen, has pinpointed the switch controlling seasonal […]
Land Rover announces the new Freelander2 SD4 Sport Limited Edition
Land Rover today launches the new Freelander 2 SD4 Sport Limited Edition at the Bologna Motor Show. This Limited Edition brings together the space and practicality of the Freelander 2, with a refreshed interior and exterior design to create a sportier more overt sense of style. The exterior has been given a striking renewal, […]
Subaru to the rescue! Winter weather towing tips
Whenever harsh winter conditions descend, Subaru owners are certain to be called upon to rescue friends, neighbours and fellow motorists stranded in the ice and snow. With forecasters now predicting a prolonged period of ice and snow for the second successive year, Subaru is preparing its customers for the inevitable, providing practical tips on how […]
Cabinet Secretary discusses seed potato exports
Scottish seed potatoes have an outstanding reputation in both national and international markets, due to their excellent quality and high health status, said Richard Lochhead after a recent visit to seed potato grower and director of Caithness Potatoes, Robert Doig . The Scottish Government Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and the Environment discussed the achievements […]
