Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 27375

Hedges and Ditches: Countryside Stewardship Scheme

Tabled: 29 January 2025

Answered: 5 February 2025

Question

Martin Wrigley

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what recent discussions he has had with farmers on the freeze on applications for hedgerow grants.

Answer

Daniel Zeichner

The Government fully recognises the importance of hedgerow creation and the contribution of the Capital Grants scheme. In 2024 the scheme supported agreements to plant over 4,000 miles of new hedgerows across England, creating essential habitats for at-ri...

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