Rural Economy: A Sleeping Giant Worth £19 Billion
As the new government prioritises economic growth, a landmark report published today reveals the enormous potential of the rural economy, which could generate billions of pounds annually in additional tax revenues.
National Rural Conference 2024: Let’s Keep the Momentum Going
We are delighted to report that the 2024 National Rural Conference was an incredible success! Over four transformative days, we welcomed 655 attendees from across the country, representing a wide array of sectors and organisations, all focused on advancing the future of our rural communities.
Government Unveils New Decent Homes Standard and Tenant Protections in Rented Sectors
The government will consult on a new Decent Homes Standard for the rented sectors. The consultation, which will launch as soon as possible, will look to ensure safe, secure housing is the standard people can expect in both social housing and private rented properties.
New Towns Taskforce to Recommend Sites for Economic Growth and Housing by Next Year
Recently, The Deputy Prime Minister addressed the first meeting of the New Towns Taskforce, asking them to identify and recommend locations for new towns within the next year. Building on the appointments of Sir Michael Lyons as Chair and Dame Kate Barker as Deputy Chair in July, the government has appointed an additional 8 members with a wealth of expertise to drive forward the government’s ambition to deliver the next generation of new towns.
New Research Warns of Billions in Costs for Councils Under Proposed Waste Carbon Tax
A new tax on carbon emissions from waste incineration, set to be introduced under the expanded Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) by 2028, could see local councils bearing billions in costs over the next decade, according to fresh research commissioned by the Local Government Association (LGA), County Councils Network (CCN), and District Councils Network (DCN).
Local Innovation: Community Micro-Enterprises Transforming Rural Care
In the regions of Westmorland and Furness, a groundbreaking initiative has been making significant strides in reshaping local care through the power of community micro-enterprises. Spearheaded by Community Catalysts, the project began in 2022 and has flourished, integrating deeply with local government structures and community resources.
Rural Flood Resilience Partnership Launched
With rural communities increasingly on the frontline of extreme weather and the devastating impacts of flooding, a unique partnership was launched on 23 September to support rural flood resilience and help farmers and communities adapt to a changing climate. Climate change means that people, places and nature are facing more frequent and more severe storms […]
