Supporting Hampshire's Rural Communities
Hampshire County Council has developed a Rural Strategy to help meet the needs of rural areas now and in the future. It was developed through consultation with experts across the county and directs the County Council's work in rural Hampshire.
The Rural Communities website also provide sources of information, advice and contacts relating to rural issues in Hampshire. We welcome your views on the content and type of information you would find helpful.

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Senior Lead Councillor
Cllr Dr Ray Ellis is Executive Member responsible for rural policy. He is keen to ensure that the County Council is effective in the delivery of its services in rural areas, both those delivered directly, and those in partnership with others.

Information
Developing a Rural Delivery Strategy
Case study compiled by the Commission for Rural Communities in partnership with Hampshire County Council
The Socio-Economic Profile of Rural Hampshire has been revised, in response to an identified need for an evidence base to support the development of Hampshire County Council’s Rural Delivery Strategy and the work of the Hampshire Rural Forum.
Contacts
Policy Officer
Mottisfont Court, High Street,
Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8ZF
tel 01962 845566
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