Avoiding the rural unemployment cliff
Unemployment is falling, but many people are struggling. What can we do to help those people missing out on employment opportunities? And how can we make sure no one is left behind? Jessica Sellick investigates. The ‘employment rate’ is measured using the Labour Force Survey and is defined as the proportion of people aged 16-64 […]
Shaking up or short-changing rural?
When most of us hear the word ‘philanthropy’ we think of wealthy individuals supporting worthwhile causes. So what role is (and could) philanthropy play in rural communities? Jessica Sellick investigates. In the United States – where philanthropy is synonymous with American history, principles and culture – the term is often referred to as ‘the granting […]
Will devolution really benefit rural areas?
As part of plans to rebalance the economy, Government is keen to devolve powers to regions. With regional devolution gathering pace – and deals signed in Manchester, Sheffield, Leeds – is this opening up greater opportunities for economic growth and regeneration and if so, where does rural fit? Jessica Sellick investigates. Devolution for England was […]
Revealed: Defra’s rural policy plan
The departmental plan published by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) details its policy priorities for 2015-2020. But what does that mean for rural communities? Jessica Sellick investigates. Single Departmental Plans (SDPs) describe the objectives of the Government over the current parliament and how each department is fulfilling these commitments. SDPs contain […]
Universities and local authorities – working together for “rural” people and places?
Through their teaching and research, universities are now seen as critical in driving economic growth, prosperity and innovation. They combine global reach with local rootedness – offering well-paid employment to large numbers of people (with their staff and students adding substantially to consumer expenditure). Local Authorities also play a pivotal role in creating the conditions […]
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