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At Wright Hassall, we understand the unique legal challenges faced by the agricultural sector. Our dedicated team of agricultural solicitors offers comprehensive legal services tailored to the needs of farms, estates, and rural families. Whether you require assistance with land transactions, tenancy agreements, rural property disputes, or environmental compliance, our experts provide pragmatic solutions to safeguard your interests and ensure your operations run smoothly.

From navigating agricultural law from subsidy regulations to resolving contentious issues, trust Wright Hassall to deliver the expertise and support you need to thrive in the ever-evolving agricultural landscape. Whether you manage a large estate or a family-owned farm, we are here to support your legal needs.

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Dealing with the post-budget APR shockwave

Despite the obvious anxiety caused by the removal of APR from farming assets over £1 million, announced in the Autumn budget, it is more likely than not that most affected farms and estates will be able to mitigate some, if not all, their IHT liability.

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Published on 07 May 2025
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Service occupancy agreements

A service occupancy agreement is a licence to live in a property provided specifically as part of a person’s employment, such as a farm worker. The term normally extends for as long as that person is employed; if the person leaves their job, they will also have to leave the property.

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Furnished holiday cottages – abolition of tax advantages

New tax rules apply to all furnished holiday cottages and are designed to encourage more long-term lets to help counter the shortage of suitable rental properties. Even those holiday lets that would not be suitable for long term rent, such as many of those on farms, will be caught by the new rules.

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Published on 07 May 2025