Are Byways Still Fit for Purpose in the 21st Century?
Byways are suffering unprecedented damage from modern vehicles. Is it time to rethink motorised access — or even re-designate these historic routes?
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Food is a Luxury, and British is Best
Food prices have soared, yet public support for British farmers remains strong. As we face choices about the future of our food system, buying British is no longer just patriotic—it’s practical. This piece explores why people still value local produce, what’s at stake for our countryside, and how farming must evolve to stay resilient.
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Why we should love the pub: it’s not about drink, it’s the community
The decline of rural pubs in the UK is alarming, with closures increasing at an unprecedented rate, causing significant loss to community life. Pubs serve vital social functions, and their closure results in diminished local interaction, cultural activities, and economic impact, threatening the fabric of rural society. Urgent government action is needed.
