Government must protect the vulnerable, but the vast majority who bet safely and happily should be able to do so without needless intrusion.
As young people leave and local businesses become unsustainable, communities in Devon are being hollowed out.
To prevent many countryside seats turning yellow at the next election, the Government must communicate its environmental message more effectively.
Selaine Saxby and Julian Sturdy join a ConservativeHome Live discussion on how to develop the Rural Powerhouse.
Selaine Saxby and Julian Sturdy join a ConservativeHome Live discussion on how to develop the Rural Powerhouse.
The Government should mirror Scotland and Wales in permanently liberalising rules around temporary camp sites
It’s a noble ambition, but to date it has not taken proper account of the challenges facing the countryside. Time to go back to the drawing board.
The challenges over crime and poor transport links are quite different to those in urban areas. So are the solutions.
Every summer, we face the intimidation, criminal damage, and economic costs. Then the environmental clean-up operations are required.
Councils that are efficient and keep costs down should be rewarded, not penalised.
‘Peter Pans’ prefer to burn the candle at both ends. They are cicadas, not ants, but many would still love to raise a family.
Maintaining the moors is not just about sport. It has wider environmental, economic, and social benefits – even for those who have never picked up a gun.
Agricultural vehicle and land rover theft is up by over a quarter. We need to stamp out serious organised crime in our countryside.
The transition is much-needed for sustainability. But it must begin with a manageable reduction in the payments. Or we could be plunged into crisis.
Whether it is his thoughts on Bovine Tuberculous, planning policy, or the Soil Police, he is highlighting important issues that are facing the 11 million of us that live in the countryside.