AN advice seminar aimed at providing guidance and support to Craven's rural community is being held in Coniston Cold next month.

Land and property consultancy George F White, in partnership with McClarrons Insurance, have designed the seminar to help farmers and rural businesses understand how they can protect and grow their business.

Key issues discussed will include funding and subsidy updates, litigation risks and growth and diversification opportunities.

The guest speaker is leading corporate defence lawyer Gary Gallen, who will focus on the regulatory and criminal risks farmers face, common claims made against rural businesses and the protection available.

Tom Mason, partner at George F White, said: “The seminar will be extremely useful to farmers and landowners who can find out more about rural grants, receive an update on the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) and learn how they can diversify their business to positively impact profit margins through combined heating and power. There’s also a focus on insurance issues and the vital role this plays in business operation.”

The seminar will take place at 6.30pm on Wednesday, April 13, at the Coniston Hotel.

For more information or to book a place, contact David Wilson on davidwilson@georgefwhite.co.uk or 01665 600168.