Unlocking The Economic Potential of Rural Areas
A set of recommendations to modify geographically-targeted initiatives such as Enterprise Zones and Investment Zones to better unlock the economic potential of rural businesses has been produced from research commissioned by the National Innovation Centre for Rural Enterprise (NICRE).
Councils Face ‘Cliff-Edge’ as Household Support Fund Nears Expiration
As the end of September approaches, rural communities across the UK are bracing for the potential fallout from the expiration of the Household Support Fund (HSF). The Local Government Association (LGA) has raised significant concerns about the impact on vulnerable households if this crucial lifeline is not extended.
Farmers Collaborate at First-Ever ‘Shed Talk’ Event, Supported by NFU
In an exciting new initiative aimed at fostering collaboration within the agricultural sector, over 80 farmers gathered for the inaugural
RMTG Sounding Board Focuses on Young People
Earlier this month, the Rural Market Towns Group (RMTG) held a sounding board session centered on the challenges and opportunities facing young people in rural communities.
National Rural Conference 2024: Speaker Spotlight
With the National Rural Conference 2024 drawing nearer, anticipation is building for the array of expert speakers who will be sharing their knowledge and experiences.
HMRC Seeks Insights from Self-Employed Individuals in Rural Areas: Help Spread the Word
HMRC is conducting important research to better understand the challenges faced by self-employed individuals in rural areas who may have limited internet access or lack confidence in using computers for financial management.
Supporting Farming Communities in North Yorkshire
Healthwatch North Yorkshire is seeking to understand the barriers that prevent the farming community in North Yorkshire from accessing health services.
Stafford Borough Council Launches Business Innovation Grants for Local SMEs
Stafford Borough Council is pleased to announce the launch of the Business Innovation Grants, a new initiative funded by the UK Government to support small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the borough.
