Press release: Exit scheme opens to support farmers who wish to leave the industry and create opportunities for new entrants

Government opens application window for the Lump Sum Exit Scheme to facilitate a voluntary planned exit from the industry.




Consultation outcome: Bathing waters: designation of East Cowes Esplanade

Seeking views on proposals to designate East Cowes Esplanade as a bathing water.




Consultation outcome: Bathing waters: designation of Wolvercote Mill Stream

Seeking views on proposals to designate Wolvercote Mill Stream as a bathing water.




News story: Ministers appoint new Trustees to Kew board

Steve Almond, Kate Priestman and John Scanlon have all been appointed as Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.




Form: Lump Sum Exit Scheme: application form

Use this form if you’re eligible to apply for a lump sum to leave or retire from farming.