Support

Representation ID: 7119

Received: 10/09/2009

Respondent: Advantage West Midlands

Supports flexible, community led approach to rural development proposed and welcomes reference to West Midlands Rural Economy Study and AWM Rural Renaissance Framework and Action Plan. Whilst Core Strategy supports market and affordable housing to meet local needs and strengthen viability of services and facilities, there is also a link to encouraging small scale employment alongside housing and services. Home working can reduce the need to travel and could increase use of local services in rural areas. There is scope for range of high value employment opportunities in rural areas and higher value jobs should be encouraged alongside tourism.