New hedgerow management rules came into force in England in May 2024. As part of this, the hedgerow management rules on buffer strips will apply from 1st July 2024.
Buffer strip rules
You must take all reasonable steps to establish and maintain a green cover on land within 2 metres of the centre of a hedgerow covered by the hedgerow management buffer strip rules.
You must not cultivate or apply fertilisers or pesticides to land within 2 metres of the centre of a hedgerow covered by the hedgerow management buffer strip rules.
The rules apply to any person responsible for the hedgerow. This includes owners and tenants and anyone employed, engaged or otherwise acting on behalf of those responsible.
Read more at: Hedgerow management rules: buffer strips – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
