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Have your say on the future of housing

The Scottish Government recently set out their plans for the future of housing in Scotland, and they want to know what you think. Firm Foundations - the Future of Housing in Scotland is a discussion paper which sets out the government's vision for the future of housing and their plans to make the vision a reality.

You can respond to this discussion paper until 25th January 2008, and you will find details of how to do so in the document. The government want to know your views on the plans set out, and there are some specific questions they are interested in, which can be found in the appendices.

Don't forget to take part in our first Great Rural Debate which asks if restrictive planning is the main cause of a lack of affordable housing in rural Scotland. We've had some great participation so far, with issues such as a lack of affordable accommodation to rent and second homes raised.

Want to know more about the SRDP?

The Scottish Rural Development Programme 2007-2013 is a hot rural topic. If you want to know more about the SRDP, and how you could benefit, then download the Scottish Government's Information Pack.

The SRDP is a £1.6 billion programme of economic, environmental and social measures designed to develop rural Scotland in the period 2007-2013. The SRDP is currently with the European Commission and the Scottish Government hope to get approval in early 2008.

The SRDP Information Pack tells you more about the programme, what's in it for you, how you can find out more and has information on a series of public meetings taking place over the next couple of months.

You can also find out more about the SRDP in these articles:

Public meetings for possible SRDP applicants
Rural development funding - key facts for communities

Snapshot of SNH's work

Scottish Natural Heritage's Annual Review 2006/2007 provides a snapshot of the organisation's work over this period. You can find out how they have been Caring for the Natural World, Enriching People's Lives and Promoting Sustainable Use.

You can find information on the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, Lochaber Geopark becoming part of the European Geoparks Network, their Marine Wildlife Action Plan and much more.

Scottish Wildlife Trust share their achievements

The Scottish Wildlife Trust have published their Annual Review for 2006/2007. You can find information on their successes and achievements, a financial overview and more.

Achievements for the SWT over this period include acquiring Brock Wood in East Lothian, an upgrade of the Loch of Lowes Visitor Centre and a busy Widllife Week, with over 160 events taking place.

If you would like your organisation's annual review to feature on the Rural Gateway please get in touch by emailing editor@ruralgateway.org.uk.

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