This technical note is for regulators, process operators and those with interests in monitoring. It is one of a series produced to provide a standardised approach for monitoring bioaerosols. It is applicable to facilities that have both ambient and point source emissions.

This regulatory position statement (RPS) will be reviewed by 31 December 2017. You’ll need to check back then to see if it still applies.

The hedgerows and boundaries grant is a standalone capital grant under Countryside Stewardship. Farmers and other land managers can apply for this grant to help provide environmental and landscape benefits on their land.

The manual provides information about the hedgerows and boundaries grant and how to apply.

You can apply:

• using the capital grant application form and annex 1: hedgerows and boundaries
• online through the Rural Payments service

See the main Countryside Stewardship page for more information.

Algae naturally occur in inland waters, estuaries and the sea. Blooms can form when their numbers become excessive. This guide describes the features of algal blooms, how they can affect you and what you should do if you see one.

If you comply with the conditions of this regulatory position statement (RPS) you can flare LPG removed from vehicles at ELV sites that have an environmental permit.

This RPS will be reviewed by 30 September 2017. You’ll need to check back then to see if it still applies or if you need to apply for a permit.