Explanatory note

inserts a definition of “heather” (article 3(2));

amends the address at which maps of the designated area are deposited (article 3(3));

specifies new rates of payment under management agreements entered into in relation to agricultural land in the designated area (article 3(6));

substitutes a new Schedule 1 for the previous Schedule of requirements which must be included in an agreement (article 3(7));

inserts a Schedule 2 setting out additional provisions which may be included in an agreement and which attract higher rates of payment (article 3(7));

inserts a Schedule 3 of optional provisions which may be included in an agreement as part of a conservation plan and which attract additional payments (article 3(7)).