Rural Life
Scottish deputy first minister explores benefits of rural estates
Scotland’s deputy first minister, Shona Robison, visited an upland estate in the Angus Glens to explore the benefits for people,...
Rural Economy
Rural Life
Survey shows 93% believe Britain's countryside is part of 'national heritage'
New research shows that an overwhelming number of people are “incredibly proud” of the British countryside. The results of a...
Agri-Business
New £7m funding boost to grow rural economy
The UK government today (Tuesday, June 6) unveiled a £7 million plan to ensure remote areas and rural communities will...
Rural Life
SLE welcomes budget measures to support rural economy
Financial support for Scotland’s food and drink industry, as well as, funding for gigabit-capable broadband has been welcomed by Scottish...
Rural Life
Farming ‘not important’ to economy – senior UK government aide
One of the most senior (UK) government advisors has apparently said that Britain does not need its farming or fishing...
Rural Life
Rural people less confident in the economy
Rural people have less confidence in the economy than their urban counterparts, according to a recent survey by according to the...
