CLA Webinar: Devolution and the rural economy

What does devolution mean for rural communities and businesses? Watch our latest webinar to learn how it could affect you

In our latest webinar recording, CLA Senior Economics and Rural Business Adviser Charles Trotman explores how the government’s devolution agenda could reshape decision-making across England – and what it means for rural communities, landowners and businesses.

The session explains the latest changes to the Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, including how CLA lobbying helped secure recognition of rural affairs within the legislation.

You'll hear why these reforms matter, how they could influence local services and planning, and what the CLA is doing next to ensure rural voices are heard in future policy making.

Watch the recording below to understand how devolution could create new opportunities for rural communities to shape the decisions that affect them.

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Access the presentation slides here
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Key contact:

Charles Trotman
Charles Trotman Senior Economics and Rural Business Adviser, London