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Urgent action is needed to ensure government policies fully and equitable take account of the needs of rural communities, writes Jessica Sellick. Click here.

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Sunday, 31 January 2010
THREE community-owned village shops have fought off stiff competition to win regional awards.
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THE government’s rural watchdog has warned against a blanket restriction on development in the countryside.
LOCAL authorities are being used to pursue projects which improve rural economic well-being.
MORE action must be taken if rural proofing is to fulfill its potential, says Jessica Sellick.
RURAL communities should be granted the right to try to save essential services, say campaigners.

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NEW guidance aims to help local authorities take on powers to tackle problem road works.
A LOCAL authority is consulting on plans to further promote market towns as service centres.
THE rural economy is showing signs of a fragile recovery from the recession.
THE Tories have dismissed reports they would increase fuel duty to fund tax cuts.
MPs from the main political parties have discussed the challenges in delivering rural services.
RURAL communities must not be unfairly penalised by any public spending cuts, a government watchdog has warned.
A county council initiative aims to keep local residents informed about how the weather is affecting rural services.

 

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