Rural families face higher living costs
THE cost of living is higher for families in the countryside than it is for those in towns and cities, reveals a government report.
Red diesel cleared for gritting roads
FARMERS can use red diesel in their tractors to help grit and clear snow from public roads during extreme weather, the government has confirmed.
Defra still ‘developing’ rural proofing
THE government says it is continuing to develop new guidelines requiring departments to consider the rural impact of their policies. Defra minister Richard Benyon said the government’s Rural Statement published in September had reaffirmed ministers’ commitment to the policy and practice of rural proofing. “We are developing new guidelines on rural proofing to support all […]
