Farming Matters: "The real risk is not the Compulsory Purchase Order itself, but inertia"

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Calum Gillhespy, head of planning at rural land specialists GSC Grays

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Farming Matters: "The real risk is not the Compulsory Purchase Order itself, but inertia"

The Planning & Infrastructure Bill has landed with a thud, bringing with it a rising tide of concern from landowners, particularly those with land on the edge of settlements or in strategic locations....

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