Ex RDC, CA, CRC. Now 'retired', living in Dorset but keeping my hand in on all things rural.
Dorset
Joined March 2011
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Margaret Clark retweeted
#𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝗿𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱.
We have written to the PM with six priorities shaped by members’ experiences, from fair funding & housing to connectivity & rural growth.
➡️rsnonline.org.uk/open-letter…
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We welcome the @mhclg @GOVUK announcement that £65m will be invested in helping communities across England rescue & revitalise valued buildings & businesses at risk of closure, including pubs, as part of a wider £210m package for communities.
theguardian.com/business/202…
ALT A group of local residents outside The Bell Inn, Curry Mallet, holding a “Save The Bell Inn” community share offer banner.
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Thank you @EnglishRural for joining today’s Rural Affordable Housing & Planning session. Their evidence challenges the assumption that rural homes are harder and more expensive to manage.
We’re proud to recognise English Rural as a conference supporter. rsnonline.org.uk/meet-englis…
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📝 On this week's blog, @natfednews marks #RuralHousingWeek, highlighting the vital role affordable homes play in supporting and sustaining rural communities and encouraging parish and town councils to champion their importance. nalc.gov.uk/resource/nationa…
Margaret Clark retweeted
🏡 This week is #RuralHousingWeek, an oppportunity to spotlight the vital role affordable housing plays in supporting and sustaining communities in rural areas across England.
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I’m now the High Sheriff of Gloucestershire! Beautiful service yesterday in @GlosCathedral and I’m proud to have taken the role on from the wonderful @juliekentmbe
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📊The Funding gap between places remains stark.
Our analysis shows the most urban councils will receive 41% more Government-funded spending power per head than the most rural in 2026–27.
➡️ rsnonline.org.uk/rsn-serious…
#FairFunding #DeliveringForAll
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🌳 A rural lens on the National Plan to End Homelessness
@EnglishRuralCEO responds to the Government’s new plan highlighting the vital need for rural provision to ensure fair, effective support across the countryside.
Read the full blog: englishrural.org.uk/a-rural-…
#RuralHousing #EndingHomelessness #RuralCommunities
Margaret Clark retweeted
I attended the latest Rural Coalition meeting and welcomed @DefraGovUK’s commitment to cross‑government work on rural issues and rural proofing, and stressed the need for new mayoralties to engage with rural communities and parish and town councils as responsibilities evolve.
Margaret Clark retweeted
Carol of the Bells in Kyiv subway.
Voices of the Embassies of Germany, France, and the United Kingdom came together to perform Shchedryk in the Kyiv metro as a sign of solidarity with Ukraine.
Thankful to everyone who stands with us!
Margaret Clark retweeted
👏🏼 A huge thank you to all our residents, partners and rural champions for standing with us this year to champion affordable #ruralhousing.
It’s the strength of our network that makes change happen. Stronger together.
🎄 Wishing you all a very happy Christmas and here’s to 2026 - a year where we do even more for rural communities 🌱🏡
@CPRE @ACRE_national @NALC @RSNonline @natfednews @HomesEngland @mhclg @CLAtweets @NFYFC @CIHhousing @RSHEngland @CCRI_UK
Margaret Clark retweeted
Today @EnglishRuralCEO attended the APPG for Rural Powerhouse —focused on devolution, planning reform & rural housing. The discussion highlighted that rural housing delivery as a Government priority matters.
#RuralHousing
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Why do we produce the Better Business Report?🤔
📈Benchmark community businesses
💊Assess the health of the network
🗣️Build an evidence base for advocacy
➡️Find out more about the report and our key asks here: plunkett.co.uk/better-busine…
#BetterBusiness2025 #OwnItTogether
ALT A cream background with a yellow arrow pointing right to the Plunkett UK logo in green. In the arrow is text: 'Community Ownership: A Better Form of Business Report 2025 - The Purpose of the report 3 star icons On the left (green): 'Benchmark community businesses' In the middle (red): 'Assess the health of the network' On the right (light green): 'Build an evidence base for advocacy'
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In case you missed it…
Our new research with @CCRI_UK looks at what devolution really means for rural communities and the delivery of affordable homes.
From risks to opportunities, it sets out what needs to happen to ensure villages aren’t left behind.
Read and share ▶️ englishrural.org.uk/devoluti…
#RuralHousing #Devolution
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Housing Digital: Devolution offers hope for rural affordable homes - housingdigital.co.uk/devolut…
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🏡 Devolution could unlock affordable homes in rural England - but only if rural priorities are written into local strategies.
New research from the #RuralHousing Network, @EnglishRural & @CCRI_UK shows how local leadership, strong partnerships & early action can make the difference.
📘 Read the report: englishrural.org.uk/devoluti…
#Devolution
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🏡 Something important is on the way for #ruralhousing.
Tomorrow we share new research exploring what #devolution could mean for villages, local communities, and the future of affordable homes.
👀 Keep an eye out.
@CCRI_UK
Margaret Clark retweeted
🏡 Villages. Small sites. Real local need.
Our new research reveals how devolution could shape all three - for better or worse.
👀 Full launch on Wednesday.
#Devolution #RuralHousing
Margaret Clark retweeted
🏡 Affordable #RuralHousing is often treated as an afterthought.
👀Next week, we’re changing the conversation.
Watch this space.
#Devolution @CCRI_UK
