West Midlands Rural Delivery Framework

About the Framework
Rural Delivery Frameworks are one of the main actions flowing from the Rural Strategy 2004: each English region was asked to develop new arrangements for the funding and delivery of services to rural communities. The aim is that these will be made more simple, and targeted where needed at regional and local level.

The West Midlands Rural Delivery Framework was completed in April 2006, following intensive consultation with rural partners. It identifies six rural priorities for the region:
1. Enhancing the value of the countryside.
2. Developing a diverse and dynamic business base.
3. Improving learning and skills.
4. Creating the conditions for growth.
5. Achieving fair access to services for all.
6. Securing vibrant, active, inclusive and sustainable communities.

Links to chapters:

Chapter 1: Introduction & Background to Developing the West Midlands Regional Rural Delivery Framework
Chapter 2: The Framework in Context
Chapter 3: The Vision
Chapter 4: The Values – operating principles
Chapter 5: Strategic Priorities
Chapter 6: Goals, Outcomes and Strategic Actions
Chapter 7: Performance Management
Chapter 8: Governance and Accountability
Chapter 9: Glossary of Terms
Chapter 10: Annexes to the Consultation Draft

Click here to download the Rural Delivery Framework document in full.