How long do I have to wait to get paid after implementing the measures?
It is hoped that payments for capital costs will be [...]
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How often will I be inspected by the Project team?
Because a new system of payment is being tried (results [...]
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Will this scheme bring more inspections from the department?
Because the payments are coming from public funding, the usual [...]
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Is there an appeals process if I’m not happy with a decision?
Yes, an independent ecologist is available to give a second [...]
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What about cases of Force Majeure? (unforeseen circumstances arising preventing the contract being fulfilled e.g. illness)
There will be no penalties or claw back.
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What happens if I sell or lease my farm within the 5 years, Is there claw back of any payments received?
There will be no claw back but a letter of [...]
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Will farms with target species and/or habitats get higher priority?
Yes, any farm with a species from the BRIDE Project [...]
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Are there priority categories for entry?
The Project team will attempt to include a cross-section of [...]
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Are part-time farmers eligible to participate?
Yes – the project is about managing the farm for [...]
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How will I manage roadside hedges?
Roadside hedges can be managed in a similar manner, however [...]