(This note is not part of the Regulations)
These Regulations, which apply to England only, are made pursuant to section 98 of the Environment Act 1995.
Regulation 2 makes amendments to the Countryside Stewardship (England) Regulations 2020. Paragraph (2) prohibits the transfer of capital-only countryside stewardship agreements. Paragraphs (3) and (4) omit regulations that grant the Secretary of State powers to charge interest on recoveries and a fee for appeals. Paragraph (5) adds new activities that are eligible for funding.
An impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument as no, or no significant, impact on the private or voluntary sector is foreseen.