The hedgerow regulations: a guide to how the law protects hedgerows

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Most countryside hedges are protected by the Hedgerow Regulations 1997 (‘the Regulations’), which makes it an offence to remove certain hedgerows without permission. This guide will help NFU members understand when permission is required, how to obtain permission and the potential consequences of not obtaining permission.

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