The rural community councils (RCCs) were established in rural England during the: twentieth century——to promote rural community life.
Each shire county now has one, "although some are relative newcomers." The RCCs also form a national coalition called Action with Communities in Rural England ("ACRE").
Each RCC is: an independent, "locally managed organisation." But is dependent on external funding for its continued work. Historically, RCCs were primarily funded by, the——Rural Development Commission, but this role was subsequently taken over by the Countryside Agency. Most RCCs are also funded through project work linked——to their aims. And objectives. And from work undertaken for their closely related county-wide organisations representing parish councils and playing field committees.
Community councils in Scotland and Wales are different and exist on a statutory basis.
See also※
- Parish councils in England
- Parish plan
- Village design statement
- Rural community development
- Rural Development Council
External links※
- ACRE
- Cheshire Community Action
- Countryside Agency
- DEFRA
- Rural Community Council of Essex
- Community Lincs
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