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Country Land and Business Association

About the CLA

Founded in 1907, the Country Land and Business Association (CLA) is the membership organisation for owners of land, property and businesses in rural England and Wales.

We speak for everyone who believes in a living and working countryside.

Through the experience and expertise of members and staff, we promote our members’ interests and influence decision makers to ensure the positive development of the rural economy.

CLA professionals lobby continuously at EU, national and regional level in the interests of our members ensuring a visible presence and influence in the media and with Government.

We achieve this by being professional, relevant and forward looking

The CLA in-house professional advisory team gives unlimited, independent and impartial information on a wide range of issues to members.

CLA members have access to our:

  • Solicitors and Barristers
  • Tax specialists
  • Planning experts
  • Surveyors
  • Guidance Notes

This service is only a phone call or email away, and it is completely free to members.

To see the benefits of membership click here