The Scottish Government has published a consultation on proposals for the Agricultural Bill, which will be introduced to parliament in 2023. This Bill will outline the overarching framework for future Scottish agricultural policy from which future legislation will be derived including details on the delivery of farm support schemes. The proposal summarizes how the Government […]
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07
Nov
Nov
As the well-publicised rises in the price of electricity for consumers and businesses are set to bite this autumn, is it time for tariff free small scale solar to be given serious consideration? Whilst there are no longer tariff payments for solar, the cost has tumbled since the introduction of the feed in tariff. A […]
07
Nov
Nov
With much of the media discussion on energy prices and energy security, the battery energy storage system market is becoming increasingly more important and with battery storage operators seeing revenues continuing to grow, these operators and developers remain eager to secure ever more land rights for battery storage sites across Scotland and Northern England. The […]
07
Nov
Nov
D&R has seen an increase in infrastructure and development projects affecting clients across Scotland and Northern England. From road and rail networks to renewables and electrical infrastructure investments, there are significant projects affecting landowners/occupiers now and several in the pipeline. From experience, we know that engaging in the process at the earliest possible stage can […]
07
Nov
Nov
The rural property market in 2022 so far has provided an increased supply in comparison to 2020 and 2021. In regard to the rural residential market, areas near large urban settlements have seen an unprecedented amount of interest from people looking to relocate from built up areas. Flexible working patterns and the ease of working […]
23
Sep
Sep
Welcome to the 2022 Graduate Team! Many congratulations to our six new Graduate Surveyors who began their career journey with us at the start of September. After a two-day induction at Head office, all of our Graduate Surveyors are settling into their new roles. They are located throughout our offices and are all eager to […]
14
Sep
Sep
There are a growing number of infrastructure projects in Southern Scotland and Northern England that will affect land and property owners Paul Robinson, Associate and Chartered Surveyor at Davidson & Robertson, has seen an increase in infrastructure and development projects affecting clients across northern England and southern Scotland. Paul joined Davidson & Robertson in […]
05
Sep
Sep
This summer, Davidson & Robertson has announced a number of promotions, strengthening our team across Scotland and Northern England. In all, six promotions have been announced across the whole company. Alongside selective appointments, promotion, and growth from within has been a key strategy for the development of the D&R business. Chief Executive Linda Finlayson said […]
22
Aug
Aug
Scottish farm for sale: It’s not often that an extensive livestock farm arrives on the market for sale with a castle ruin and a loch in the grounds, with the added bonus of an additional 362 acres of grace and favour grazing included. Carscreugh Farm, Glenluce, Wigtownshire DG8 0NU, is a 1,666.57 acre stock farm that […]
15
Aug
Aug
Cumbria Farmer Awards – a great night to showcase farming businesses Davidson & Robertson was delighted to sponsor the Cumbria Farmer Awards again this year at Greenhill Hotel, Wigton. The event was a great showcase of Cumbria Farming and was an excellent evening. Members from the D&R Cumbria office (Chris Edmunds, Paul Robinson and Abigail […]
