CBIpaints bleaker picture
The CBI has cut its UK growth forecast from 2.5% to 2%, blaming the effect of F&M on the rural economy as well as the US economic downturn.
Legal challenge to cull
Bristol-based solicitor Burges Salmon is considering legally challenging the government’s handling of the foot and mouth crisis via “firebreak” culling. This follows the decision by organic farming clients Juliet and Peter Kindersley to call off their own High Court challenge.
Shoots need to take cover
Shoots and other sporting lets now taking bookings should consider insuring themselves against cancellations because of F&M, said Christy Kilgour of Knight Frank.
