Robert Gazely

Robert Gazely

Partner | Saffron Walden

RobĀ specialises in managing and advising rural farms and estates in Health & Safety, the Basic Payment Scheme, Countryside Stewardship, the Sustainable Farming Incentive, and contract farming, having begun his career in the industry in 2009.

RobĀ holds an MSc with Distinction in Rural Estate Management from the Royal Agricultural College and a First Class Geography degree from Durham University. He is a BASIS and FACTS registered agronomist, NEBOSH qualified and a Technical Member of IOSH.

He was previously a National Council Member and Trustee of the Institute of Agricultural Management and Chair of the Mid Anglia branch of that organisation.

RobĀ enjoys rugby union (from the comfort of his armchair) and spending time in the Lake District, but is less of a fan of the slog north and south on the M6.

Robert's Thoughts

Robert Gazely

Robert Gazely

May, 05 2024
HSE Shock Decision To Stop Farm Inspections

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) recently announced that they will stop routine farm inspections. They will still carry out investigative inspections triggered by major accidents, but their focus will now shift to occupational health issues. This move is highly concerning. The HSE’s own statistics show that between 1st April 2023 and 31st March 2024, […]

Robert Gazely

Robert Gazely

Apr, 04 2024
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Rural Payments Agency Compliance Guidance

Whilst the rigour of the BPS application has gone, there is still a requirement from the Rural Payments Agency for farmers and landowners to complete annual Countryside Stewardship (CS) revenue claims and Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) declarations. Compatibility with land cover and land use as declared in the land use table is key to ensure […]

Robert Gazely

Robert Gazely

Apr, 04 2024
HEALTH & SAFETY BULLETIN – APRIL 2024

Each quarter, we update you on industry news, topical issues, and safety alerts with the aim of supporting you in achieving best practice on your farm or estate. The April 2024 edition highlights metalworking fluids safety, display screen equipment in farm and estate offices, and health and safety signage requirements. It comments on the risks […]

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