Rural Planning and the rural economy

What is the role of planning in rural areas? This event will look at the association between our ever-changing planning system and the future of the countryside. Speakers will explore the effective integration and balancing of economic, social and environmental factors in promoting sustainable development in our rural areas.

In this webinar speakers will consider:

• Outcome of the Rural Planning Research
• How important rural planning is when the planning system focuses on urban renewal 
• The role of community assets and heritage in planning for rural communities
• Case law update

Through a combination of expert speakers and discussion, you will learn:

• Update from the Rural research project
• How national and local planning policies should provide for rural communities
• Update on relevant case law