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Talk to me about all things to do with the NFU Climate Change Levy Scheme.

Job Title: Compliance Scheme Manager

Tel: 024 7669 6512

Email: [email protected]

Tuesday, 14 November 2023
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A win for horticulture and poultry businesses participating in the Climate Change Agreement Scheme

Exciting news as NFU Energy and the NFU secure a major victory for horticulture and poultry businesses participating in the Climate Change Agreement (CCA) scheme.
Wednesday, 23 August 2023
Six reasons why you should join the NFU CCL Scheme before it's too late!
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Six reasons why you should join the NFU CCL Scheme before it’s too late!

In the current dynamic landscape, where environmental issues are a focal point, businesses in every sector are being urged to take action and contribute to combating climate change. 
Wednesday, 14 June 2023
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New CCL entrants and those wanting to add other sites, apply now!

Take advantage of lower Climate Change Levy payments. The Horticulture sector has faced many challenges over the last 12 months with hugely inflated energy bills alongside dramatic rises in other input costs. The same can also be said for both the Pigs and Poultry sectors too.
Thursday, 20 August 2020
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New CCL Scheme deadline extended

In the Spring Budget 2020, the government announced the CCA scheme would be extended for two years. A consultation on the changes has recently been carried out and based on responses, the UK government has made the following decisions:  
Tuesday, 07 July 2020
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Climate Change Agreement scheme two-year extension announced

In the Spring Budget 2020, the Government announced the CCA scheme would be extended for two years. Details of the proposed changes are now starting to emerge:
Thursday, 21 May 2020
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New lease of life for Climate Change Levy discount

In the Spring Budget, the Government announced a two-year extension to the current Climate Change Agreement (CCA) scheme, with precise terms now out for consultation.
Tuesday, 14 May 2019
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CCL horticulture sector saves over £3 million

A number of Horticultural businesses registered on the NFU Climate Change Levy (CCL) scheme have now completed their third Target Period reporting at the start of 2019. Data submissions have been presented to the Environment Agency and the results have been issued to all operators.
Tuesday, 26 March 2019
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Be sure to claim your increased CCL relief

Calling all members of the NFU CCL Scheme... On 01 April 2019, the Government is increasing Climate Change Levy (CCL) Rates and the level of discount you receive as part of the Climate Change Agreement (CCA) you hold under the NFU CCL Scheme. You must complete new PP10 and PP11 forms in order to
Thursday, 28 February 2019
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Did you meet the CCL deadline?

Today marks the deadline for NFU Climate Change Levy (CCL) scheme participants to complete their Online CCL Data return. Although we have indeed received the majority of CCL Data returns from our members on the scheme, for this reporting period (2017/18), some are still outstanding.
Tuesday, 11 December 2018
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Climate Change Levy rate set to increase in April 2019

With the upcoming closure of the Carbon Reduction Commitment Energy Efficiency Scheme (known as the CRC), in April 2019, almost every business will see a significant increase in their energy costs. As the government loses revenue from one scheme, it was decided an increase in Climate Change Levy (

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