COMMISSION FOR RURAL COMMUNITIES

We were established in April 2005 and became an independent body on 1 October 2006, following the enactment of the NERC Act.

Our role is to provide well-informed, independent advice to government and ensure that policies reflect the real needs of people living and working in rural England, with a particular focus on tackling disadvantage.

We have three key functions:

Rural advocate:
the voice for rural people, businesses and communities

Expert adviser:
giving evidence-based, objective advice to government and others

Independent watchdog:
monitoring and reporting on the delivery of policies nationally, regionally and locally

CONTACT

Cheltenham Head Office
John Dower House
Crescent Place
Cheltenham
GL50 3RA

Tel: 01242 521381
Fax:01242 584270

Email:info@ruralcommunities.gov.uk

Website: www.ruralcommunities.gov.uk