A review of rural development funding processes and delivery
This report evaluates Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) in Northern Ireland, including various LEADER program phases, and offers recommendations for future rural policies. Key findings emphasize empowering communities, reducing bureaucratic barriers, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, and allowing flexibility in policy implementation to tailor strategies to local needs. Author(s): Rural Community Network Year: 2022
Covid-19 and rural economies
This briefing examines Covid-19’s impact on rural economies, offering recommendations for the UK government. While UK-focused, its insights resonate with EU rural economies. Author(s): Jeremy Phillipson, Matthew Gorton, Roger Turner, Mark Shucksmith, Katie Aitken-McDermott, Francisco Areal, Paul Cowie, Carmen Hubbard, Sara Maioli, Ruth McAreavey, Diogo Souza Monteiro, Robert Newbery, Luca Panzone, Frances Rowe and Sally […]
Spatial disparities in SME productivity in England
Boosting productivity is essential for UK growth, yet low-productivity SMEs and regional disparities remain. Theories point to factors like industrial dynamics, agglomeration, institutions, and firm resources. Empirical analysis requires understanding hierarchical complexities. This study uses nested multilevel regression to examine how location influences SME productivity, providing insights into productivity drivers across varied local contexts. Author(s): […]
