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331: Reimbursement or compensation for emergency works
or “Who pays for actions taken in an emergency when someone doesn't follow the rules”

You could also call this:

“These rules explain when and how farmers can do emergency work on their land without special permission.”

Sections 331B to 331E no longer apply. They have been removed from the law and are not in effect anymore. This change happened on 1 April 2024.

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Next up: 331B: Owner or occupier of rural land may take emergency preventive or remedial measures

or “People living in the countryside can act quickly to stop or fix emergencies on their land.”

Part 12 Declarations, enforcement, and ancillary powers
Emergency activities undertaken by certain rural landowners and occupiers

331AApplication of sections 331B to 331E (Repealed)

    Notes
    • Section 331A: repealed, on the , by section 331F(1).