Advancing the Call for Fair Funding in Rural Communities
Last week, the Rural Services Network (RSN) alongside 57 rural local authorities across England took a significant step forward by sending a joint letter to the Rt Hon Jim McMahon MP, advocating for fairer funding in the upcoming Local Government Finance Settlement.
Urgent Reform Needed: Localis Report Calls for Overhaul of Local Government Funding
In a timely new report, Biting the Bullet: Funding Local Government in this Parliament and Beyond, the think tank Localis outlines a vision for reforming the UK’s local government finance system, warning that urgent action is required to avoid a crisis in essential services
Housing: Right to Buy Reforms
The government has announced reforms to the Right to Buy (RTB) scheme, designed to create a fairer and more sustainable system that ensures councils can protect and rebuild their social housing stock.
Building the Path to Net Zero: CPRE’s Vision for a Reformed Planning System
The countryside charity CPRE, in collaboration with the Aldersgate Group and RenewableUK, has released a new report detailing urgent recommendations for reforming the UK’s planning system. As we work towards achieving the government’s ambitious 2030 clean power and 2050 net-zero targets, the need for effective and timely deployment of renewable energy and grid infrastructure has never been more critical.
Rural Vulnerability Day 2024
Rural England CIC’s annual Rural Vulnerability Day, held last week, provided an essential platform for discussions around the socio-economic challenges and service-related vulnerabilities facing rural communities.
UK Farming at a Crossroads: Tax Reforms, NFU Insights, and RABI Support
A House of Lords debate held on 21st November, led by Baroness Northover, centred on the pressing issues facing farming families, particularly in light of recent governmental budget announcements impacting inheritance tax.
Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Nature Recovery Strategy: Seeking Your Input
A new blueprint for nature recovery in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly is taking shape, developed collaboratively by Cornwall Council with contributions from thousands, including farmers, landowners, and farm advisors. This ambitious strategy supports the dual goals of championing nature and sustaining food production. Your Opinion Matters Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Nature Recovery […]
