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  • Why the village shops and pubs still matter

    Feature article
    Hear from CLA members who are securing the future of rural communities by keeping village pubs and shops alive Published on 13 Aug 2026
    Authors
    Sarah Wells-Gaston
    Strapline
    Hear from CLA members who are securing the future of rural communities by keeping village pubs and shops alive
    Title
    Why the village shops and pubs still matter

  • Why putting ‘rural affairs’ into the Devolution Bill matters for the countryside

    News story
    Peter Fage explains why, following in-depth CLA lobbying, the latest addition to the government’s devolution framework is crucial for rural communities Published on 28 Apr 2026
    Authors
    Peter Fage
    Campaigns
    Rural Powerhouse
    Strapline
    Peter Fage explains why, following in-depth CLA lobbying, the latest addition to the government’s devolution framework is crucial for rural communities
    Title
    Why putting ‘rural affairs’ into the Devolution Bill matters for the countryside

  • Why member visits matter: A mutually beneficial conversation

    Blog
    CLA South East surveyor Rosie Salt-Crockford reflects on a recent visit in this new blog Published on 22 Apr 2026
    Authors
    Rosie Salt-Crockford
    Regions
    The South East
    Strapline
    CLA South East surveyor Rosie Salt-Crockford reflects on a recent visit in this new blog
    Title
    Why member visits matter: A mutually beneficial conversation

  • Who will you meet at our Summer Shows?

    News story
    Come prepared with your land-based business questions for our advisers at Devon County Show and Royal Cornwall Show. Published on 14 May 2026
    Authors
    Sarah Wells-Gaston
    Regions
    The South West
    Strapline
    Come prepared with your land-based business questions for our advisers at Devon County Show and Royal Cornwall Show.
    Title
    Who will you meet at our Summer Shows?

  • When the fairies file an objection

    Article
    A tongue-in-cheek reflection on an unexpectedly powerful reason to object to nationally important infrastructure schemes Published on 20 Aug 2026
    Authors
    Rosie Salt-Crockford
    Regions
    The South East
    Strapline
    A tongue-in-cheek reflection on an unexpectedly powerful reason to object to nationally important infrastructure schemes
    Title
    When the fairies file an objection

  • What the Welsh Government's announcement on business rates means for rural businesses

    Blog
    Policy Adviser Mark Burton analyses the business rates cut for hospitality and leisure Published on 5 Oct 2026
    Authors
    Mark Burton
    Regions
    Wales
    Search keywords
    business rates, retail business rates multiplier, 30% cut, Welsh Government
    Strapline
    Policy Adviser Mark Burton analyses the business rates cut for hospitality and leisure
    Title
    What the Welsh Government's announcement on business rates means for rural businesses

  • What next for the Finance Bill? Read our expert analysis

    Article
    An explanation of the parliamentary process from CLA Senior Public Affairs Manager Eleanor Wood Published on 15 Jan 2026
    Strapline
    An explanation of the parliamentary process from CLA Senior Public Affairs Manager Eleanor Wood
    Title
    What next for the Finance Bill? Read our expert analysis

  • What new mayoral planning powers could mean for rural communities

    Blog
    As the government consults on greater planning powers for mayors in England, we examine the proposals and what they could mean for landowners, farmers and rural businesses Published on 17 Sep 2026
    Authors
    Shannon Fuller
    Strapline
    As the government consults on greater planning powers for mayors in England, we examine the proposals and what they could mean for landowners, farmers and rural businesses
    Title
    What new mayoral planning powers could mean for rural communities

  • What does the CLA do for its members? Answer: A lot!

    Blog
    CLA South East team gives snapshot of 2026’s diverse work so far Published on 27 Feb 2026
    Authors
    Mike Sims
    Regions
    The South East
    Strapline
    CLA South East team gives snapshot of 2026’s diverse work so far
    Title
    What does the CLA do for its members? Answer: A lot!

  • What can your CLA South East advisers do for you?

    Article
    Advice team provides rundown of areas of expertise and how they can help support your business - all as part of your CLA membership Published on 8 Jan 2026
    Authors
    Rosie Salt-Crockford
    Regions
    The South East
    Strapline
    Advice team provides rundown of areas of expertise and how they can help support your business - all as part of your CLA membership
    Title
    What can your CLA South East advisers do for you?

  • What SFI offers and how to decide what's right for your business

    Blog
    In the third of our four-part series on Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), we discuss, in practice, what the scheme can offer your land and business Published on 21 May 2026
    Authors
    Jack Chivers
    Strapline
    In the third of our four-part series on Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), we discuss, in practice, what the scheme can offer your land and business
    Title
    What SFI offers and how to decide what's right for your business

  • Welsh government consulting on CLA Cymru proposal

    News story
    CLA Cymru welcomes consultation on rural proofing, which we campaigned for in our 2026 manifesto Published on 30 Jul 2026
    Authors
    Steven Crane-Jenkins
    Regions
    Wales
    Strapline
    CLA Cymru welcomes the consultation on rural proofing announced during the Royal Welsh Show
    Title
    Welsh government consulting on CLA Cymru proposal

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