Details on our involvement with rural policy of the region can be found below.
East Midlands Rural Action Plan
The East Midlands Rural Action Plan 2007 – 2013 sets out the rural priorities and actions needed to achieve the region’s vision of rural areas, which are for a vibrant place for people to live, work and visit. It was developed by East Midlands Rural Affairs Forum (EMRAF) in partnership with regional agencies and stakeholders including ourselves.
The Action Plan identifies seven priorities to improve rural delivery for the benefit of rural areas, businesses and communities:
- improving access to affordable rural housing
- increasing the quality of the region’s green areas (Green Infrastructure)
- improving enterprise, innovation and employment
- improving accessibility to jobs and services
- developing active communities
- supporting land-based rural businesses
- addressing climate change
To achieve the region’s rural vision, most of the actions included in the Plan will need to be taken forward at the sub-regional and local level. Collaboration between regional agencies and local stakeholders will help to develop actions and tailor them to local circumstances.
Local Area Agreements
We work with local authorities to ensure rural priorities are reflected in Local Area Agreements.
