Here to support the rural community

Here to support the rural community


Hello

We hope you are all fit & well in these difficult times. 

Although our offices are closed to the public, our Rural Teams are as busy as ever, working from home and here to support our rural community. 

Below is a summary of some of the rural news to hit the headlines in recent weeks. Please get in touch if we can help you with any of these subjects or anything else. 

The office numbers are all being diverted to our teams, working from home, so please either call your normal contact on their mobile if you have it, or otherwise call your local office number and we will ask the most appropriate person to return your call.

Ashby - 01530 877977
Atherstone - 01827 721380.
Rugby - 01788 564680
Towcester - 01327 397979

With our kind regards

Howkins & Harrison


NEW REGULATIONS for Private Sewage Systems

Since the start of 2020, new rules have required any private sewage systems, such as septic tanks, that discharge water directly into a water course be upgraded. Read our article to understand the new legislation. 

Click here to read NEW REGULATIONS for Private Sewage Systems.



Statutory TB Testing during the Covid-19 Lockdown

Contingency plans are in place to manage statutory TB testing during the COVID-19 crisis, supporting farmers through the challenges faced when requested to attend statutory testing at this time.

Click here to read Statutory TB Testing during the Covid-19 Lockdown.



<strong>ELM</strong><strong>S- Public Money for Public Goods</strong>

Commentary on the legislative framework for the phasing out of BPS, the transition of CS agreements and the introduction of ELMS (Environmental Land Management Scheme). 

Click here to read <strong>ELM</strong><strong>S- Public Money for Public Goods</strong>.



BPS Application window is now OPEN

BPS applications are due by midnight on the 15th May. If you would like support in this process, please click here and complete the form and add BPS after your surname. One of our team will be in touch. 

Click here to read BPS Application window is now OPEN.