rural - first magazine for councillors

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Thirty years speaking up for rural areas

It is 30 years since rural councils first came together to ensure the realities of delivering services in sparsely populated places were recognised and acted upon, in national policy and funding decisions.

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Championing rural futures

by Councillor Roger Phillips

This year’s National Rural Conference was our biggest yet – four days of debate, learning and collaboration focused on the future of rural communities.

Delivering services in rural areas

by Councillor Marianne Overton MBE

The LGA has responded to the Government’s Spending Review, and further analysis is in progress.

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Building momentum for rural prosperity

by Councillor Roger Phillips

This year’s National Rural Conference, hosted last month by the Rural Services Network (RSN), served as a pivotal gathering for around 650 delegates from more than 130 organisations, representing a diverse range of sectors. It provided a unique opportunity for policymakers, community leaders and industry experts to collaborate on the most pressing rural issues.