What can we do to help rural people who missing out on employment opportunities? Jessica Sellick investigates.

What role is (and could) philanthropy play in rural communities? Jessica Sellick investigates.

Alternative technologies and suppliers show real promise as a means to deliver broadband to remote rural communities, finds Brian Wilson.   Alternative technologies and suppliers show real promise as a

Will devolution open up opportunities for rural economic growth and regeneration? Jessica Sellick investigates. As part of plans to rebalance the economy, Government is keen to devolve powers to regions.

Those who start out and then stay in rural jobs find themselves earning the least, finds Brian Wilson.

How are universities and local authorities working together – and is this benefiting rural areas? Jessica Sellick investigates. Through their teaching and research, universities are now seen as critical in

Defra’s departmental plan details its policy priorities for 2015-2020. But what does it include? Jessica Sellick takes a look. The departmental plan published by the Department for Environment, Food and

Many local authorities are thinking about or implementing new models of place-based working. Jessica Sellick investigates.

The social value of volunteering is now finding its way onto the policy agenda. So what does this mean for rural communities? Jessica Sellick investigates. From providing services in your