Brown&Co LLP

We are pleased to announce that there were promotions across the Firm this week, in all divisions and at all levels, including our three new Partners, Bradley Hurn, Chris Sheldon and Robert Flint, as well as Simon Alden who will be joining the Partnership as part of our Adkin merger. We would like to congratulate each and every employee on their fantastic achievement and a few celebratory moments are captured in these photos! The promotions include: 3 x new Divisional Partners 15 x new Senior Associates 4 x new Associates 8 x becoming Professionals 4 x new Executive Assistants 3 x new Senior Administrators These promotions recognise the hard work and dedication our staff put into their work each and every day, as well as their loyalty to the Firm. Well done to everyone!

Lincoln’s residential lettings market continues to thrive, with strong demand and increasing rental yields creating excellent opportunities for landlords and investors. We are delighted to have recently let 12 Eastgate, a beautiful Grade I listed 13th Century former Medieval Hall, just steps from Lincoln Cathedral. Tasca Kruse, MARLA, Residential Lettings Manager, says, “This remarkable property showcases the unique character and rich history that Lincoln has to offer, reinforcing the city’s appeal as a prime location for high-quality residential lettings.”   If you are looking to rent, or have a property to let, in Lincoln, please contact Tasca on 01777 712945 or email tasca.kruse@brown-co.com

We are proud to announce that RABI has been chosen as our Charity of the Year for 2025/26. This partnership will see us supporting the vital work of RABI, a national charity dedicated to providing financial support, guidance, and mental health services to the farming community across England and Wales. As a firm with strong ties to the agricultural and rural sectors, we recognise the essential role RABI plays in safeguarding the wellbeing of farming families and individuals. Through fundraising initiatives, awareness campaigns, and employee engagement activities, we will work closely with RABI to raise essential funds and promote the charity’s invaluable services. RABI has been supporting farmers since 1860 and continues to evolve to meet the ever-changing needs of the sector. By working together, we aim to make a tangible difference to those who dedicate their lives to British agriculture. For more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eZE5b96E

Launching to the open market soon. A leading 1,562ha tropical dairy operation, distinguished for its high-quality genetics and sustainable production. Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico. To register your interest, please contact Charles Whitaker at caw@brown-co.com (English) or Pedro Guarderas at pedro.guarderas@brown-co.com (Español). For more details, visit: https://bit.ly/4290Nno

What does the demolition of Norwich's Anglia Square mean for the Commercial sector? Norwich City Council has secured government funding to acquire Anglia Square, an ageing, former shopping centre to be repurposed for new homes, commercial and retail space. It follows a growing trend of local authorities purchasing sites such as old, disused shopping centres to utilise them with allotted funds (and not the public’s money from council tax etc) to help address the UK’s housing crisis whilst regenerating areas of decline too. Read the article in the Eastern Daily Press by Andrew Haigh, Commercial Surveyor and Divisional Partner in our Norwich office: https://bit.ly/428BP7F Alternatively, please read the article on our website: https://bit.ly/3YeVIbZ

We are delighted to announce that this year, through our fundraising efforts and the incredible generosity of our employees, clients, friends and family, we have raised an incredible £38,664.38 for Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust (ACT) in memory of our colleague and friend, Danielle Spauls.   The funds we have raised will go directly to ACT, helping to support life-saving treatment, research, and patient care at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, ensuring that other families receive the same level of compassionate care that Dannii and her family experienced.   Thank you to our clients, family, and friends for your incredible support in helping us fundraise for ACT.   For more information on ACT and how you can support their work, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eq-gJZbr   For more information on our fundraising this year, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eiXsYmhD

The Planning & Infrastructure Bill: What are the details? After the Bill received its second reading in the House of Commons recently, our Planners Simon Tindle and Matthew Rooke, based in our St Neots and Norwich offices, have looked at it give their views. The Bill is part of Labour's 'Plan to Change' pledge to deliver 1.5 million homes and support the delivery of its clean growth and energy mission by 2030 as well as legislate for the updated National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), published in December. One of the key aspects of the Bill is the reform of bureaucratic hurdles that have historically slowed down the approval of projects. However, also in the detail of the Bill is a potentially significant concern for landowners with the proposed removal of ‘hope value’ for the assessment of any compensation paid where a Local Authority acquires land without the consent of the owner (i.e: Compulsory Purchase – CPO.) You can read more on our website here: https://bit.ly/423PM70 Alternatively, for guidance on planning matters, please contact Simon Tindle in our St Neots office on 01480 479078 or Matthew Rooke in Norwich on 01603 629871.

Claims period reminder for Countryside Stewardship (CS) and Environmental Stewardship (ES). The claims period has officially opened as of 17 March for clients with active revenue agreements under Countryside Stewardship and Environmental Stewardship. Given the current political and agricultural economic landscape, seeking professional guidance is crucial to ensure accuracy in your submissions. Contact your local office for guidance: https://bit.ly/44IDVv4

Thanks to everyone who attended our packed final 2025 Spring Seminar this week, hosted by our St Neots office along with guest speaker Nick Holmes, Managing Partner, Chavereys. There was plenty to discuss in light of the recent developments within the agricultural sector and the announcement regarding the Sustainable Farming Initiative (SFI) made this week. You can contact the team at our St Neots office to discuss the topics raised further: https://bit.ly/49a8MCW

Defra shock the industry again. Late yesterday Defra announced without warning or consultation the immediate closure of SFI 2024 for any new applications. - Existing agreements will be honoured - Agreements that have been submitted should be processed - No new applications will be accepted - Defra plans to review the scheme and have quoted “there will be a new and improved SFI on offer” in the future. Justifiably there is great concern in the industry and Farmers are urged to contact their local Brown&Co office to get a greater understanding of the potential impact on your business. Read Brown&Co full comment here: https://bit.ly/4hoE6kF #sustainablefarmingincentive #sfi #defra