RDPE Funding still available through the WARR Partnership

As at the end of September 2011, the WARR Partnership still has approximately £480,000 to allocate to new projects. Whilst the Rural Development Programme for England fund officially closes in December 2013, restrictions in its administration budget mean WARR will need to complete its work by the end of July 2013.

In order to achieve this deadline, projects must complete their spend by the end of June 2013 and all remaining funds must therefore be fully allocated by the end of December 2012. To be eligible for funding, new projects should help to achieve one or more of the WARR Partnership objectives outlined below:-

Objective 1: Capitalising on the High Quality of the Environment
Objective 2: Utilising the Woodland
Objective 3: Promoting Rural Tourism and Cultural Heritage
Objective 4: Diversifying Farming and Improving the Profitability of Land
Objective 5: Promoting Local Food Produce
Objective 6: Developing Basic Services and Improving Community Cohesion
Objective 7: Collaborating, Innovating and Sharing Services
Objective 8: Supporting micro-businesses that will create or safeguard jobs in rural areas

For more information about the fund and how to apply, visit the WARR Partnership website or telephone the team on 01424787400.