Looking at existing renewable contracts now can protect new contract income in the future Farmers and landowners with existing wind turbine and renewable energy contracts are being urged to start planning for the future, with a warning that leaving decisions until the final years of their contracts could mean missing significant financial opportunities or being […]
Author Archives: Davidson & Robertson
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Aug
Aug
A premier 27 acre equestrian complex and holiday let enterprise comes to market Muirhall, in south Lanarkshire is a versatile 27-acre rural lifestyle property blending traditional Scottish charm with modern versatility. Situated amidst the rolling countryside of South Lanarkshire, this beautifully positioned estate offers a unique dual-income or multi-generational opportunity within easy commuting distance of […]
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Aug
Aug
Farmers and landowners in the Central Belt and South West Scotland will be affected by a major electricity transmission upgrade project on the 400kV Scotland to England interconnector (ZV route). SP Energy Networks (SPEN) needs to refurbish and modernise their energy infrastructure and usually have the rights to do so in place, but many of […]
Rural News, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Powering the Cumbria Ring – what farmers need to know
04
Aug
Aug
Cumbria Ring infrastructure project – top five considerations for landowners faced with infrastructure issues Farmers and landowners across Cumbria are being affected by a major new electricity transmission upgrade, known as the Cumbria Ring. Over £1 billion is being invested by SP Electricity North West (ENW) to modernise the energy infrastructure, but many of those […]
Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Infrastructure issues – What Are Your Rights as a Tenant Farmer
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Jun
Jun
Martin Hall, Senior Director at Davidson & Robertson, says, “It’s important for all farmers to know their rights when infrastructure issues affect or cross their land.” Davidson & Robertson (D&R) has over 25 years of experience supporting farmers facing infrastructure issues, helping fully explain the process, rights and obligations, and the potential impact on farmers’ […]
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Jun
Jun
The final of the Scottish Association of Young Farmers (SAYFC) Tug of War competition is one of the most exhilarating, high-octane event at the Royal Highland Show. Sponsored by Davidson & Robertson (D&R) since 2018, it is technique and fitness, rather than the weight of the teams, that determines who wins. Euan Bremner, Chair of […]
Renewable Energy and Storage, Rural News, Rural Sales, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Farming Through Uncertainty Seminar
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Jun
Jun
Davidson & Robertson is holding a breakfast seminar on Thursday, 18th June at the Rural Centre – next door to the Royal Highland Show. This is an uncertain time for farming, from war affecting input prices to generational taxation changes and Net Zero policy conflicting with food security. It is now more important than ever […]
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Apr
Apr
As the show season is almost upon us, we wanted to let you know where you will spot us this summer. Ayr Show 9th May: You’ll find us on the Craig Wilson stand All Energy Conference 13th May: You will spot our team at the event NSA Scotsheep 10th June: We will have a stand […]
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Apr
Apr
Alasdair Allan, Associate Director, has outlined the most recent changes to infrastructure projects across Scotland and Northern England – including new ones in the pipeline. Aberdeenshire: Kintore – Tealing new 400kV line. The final route for this project has been outlined, but is now subject to a public enquiry, which is likely to create uncertainty […]
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Apr
Apr
Are you set for the future? Understanding the value of your assets now allows you to protect them for the future, but do you know what your estate is really worth? Professional estate planning has never been more important – especially if your estate is worth £M’s. For example, if your estate is worth £5.5M, […]
