HMRC are taking a pragmatic approach to use of red diesel during weather snap and any farmers helping clear or grit roads can use red diesel when doing so.
The dry and mild weather forecast for the weekend will be welcome news for all those planning to take part in the annual Isle of Wight Hedgelaying Competition this Saturday. All welcome to pop along and see the action.
HMRC are consulting on proposals to change the law to allow tractors and possibly other agricultural vehicles to use rebated fuel ('red diesel') for gritting roads in rural areas.
An application for a biomass incinerator on the banks of the River Medina has been lodged with the council by Isle of Wight Grain Ltd to fuel a new grain dryer.