Glimmer of Hope from Defra on #IncludeCommons Campaign

Letter from Minister Eagle to Caroline Voaden MP

We have been delighted how many people have engaged with our campaign to ensure commons have access to SFI and Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier. Whether your focus is outcomes for farm businesses, cultural heritage or nature recovery this is a shared matter of concern.

Today we were sent a copy of a letter from Minster of State Angela Eagle MP to Caroline Voaden MP for South Devon following a constituent contacting their MP. We are aware other MPs are also active on this matter.

As you can see the Rural Payments Agency is actively working on solutions to enable commons can apply for CSHT whether on or off system.