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Sustainability is key to maintaining rural communities

By: Language: English Series: RICS Press Release ; 27 July 2006Publication details: 2006Subject(s): Online resources: Summary: The RICS has called upon the government to promote sustainable rural communities by creating an integrated transport infrastructure, improving employment opportunities and building affordable housing. It warns that if these steps are not taken, the countryside risks becoming dominated by rich commuters or weekend visitors who often do not support rural amenities.

The RICS has called upon the government to promote sustainable rural communities by creating an integrated transport infrastructure, improving employment opportunities and building affordable housing. It warns that if these steps are not taken, the countryside risks becoming dominated by rich commuters or weekend visitors who often do not support rural amenities.