The Cross Border Connection (Galashiels to Cumbria) is a joint development between SPEN in Scotland and National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) in England. The two parties are working closely on the project, with SPEN at least a year ahead of their English counterpart who has only just announced consultations. Both will need to be aligned […]
Author Archives: Davidson & Robertson
Net Zero, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Regional infrastructure projects – what you need to know
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With over 25 years of experience supporting farmers with infrastructure issues, helping fully explain the process, rights and obligations, and the potential impact on your business, we know how protracted and complex projects can be. The focus of infrastructure work is now turning to delivery, and as a result, we have seen a surge in […]
Net Zero, Renewable Energy and Storage
Post-Grid Reform – the implications and future opportunities for farmers
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Nov
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Renewable projects – the opportunities The Government’s National Energy System Operator (NESO) was created a year ago, tasked to fully reform the grid connection process and ensure deliverable projects are approved and progressed faster. NESO was to confirm their reforms to developers this summer, but delays mean that has not yet happened. As a consequence, […]
Estate Management, Net Zero
What do the Scottish and UK Government bills really mean for landowners and farmers?
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Nov
Nov
The Scottish Land Reform Bill, with its proposed amendments, is likely to affect a greater number of landowners and farmers than initially anticipated. If the proposed changes to the bill are approved, it means a greater number of farmers will have to spend more time managing their business rather than working in it. For some, […]
Estate Management, Rural Property
IHT and the growing importance of appraisals and Red Book Valuations
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Nov
Nov
Proposed changes to inheritance tax legislation mean that HMRC will be scrutinising asset valuations more closely. It is now more important than ever to understand the true value of your assets so you can plan effectively for the future. A good first step is to commission an appraisal valuation, to give an indicative value of […]
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Looking back to early 2025, the anticipated release of properties in early spring did not materialise – in part, due to the ongoing tax debate. Nevertheless, at D&R, tender appraisals and pre-purchase work continued to grow across most property types. High quality farms and excellent quality assets have seen strong demand, with buyers influenced primarily […]
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A farming online webinar focused on infrastructure issues saw over 80 participants eager to learn how they could protect their land and business interests when electrical infrastructure projects cross their property. The event, hosted by NFU Scotland, responded to concerns raised by members who recently received a ‘21 day notice of intention’ from SSEN for […]
