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What are the penalties for destroying a hedgerow in contravention of the Hedgerow Regulations 1997?

April 26, 2017contravention destroying hedgerow penalties regulations

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What are the penalties for destroying a hedgerow in contravention of the Hedgerow Regulations 1997?

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On summary conviction in the Magistrates Court a fine of up to £5000. More serious cases may be tried on indictment in the Crown Court, where fines are unlimited. There will also be a requirement to replace the hedgerow.