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Rural Development Programme for England RDPE 2007 - 2013

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Rural Development Programme for England RDPE 2007 - 2013

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    1. Rural Development Programme for England (RDPE) 2007 - 2013 Neville Sherlock Rural Programme Manager SEEDA

    2. RDPE 2007 to 2013 Total budget Ł3.9 bn funded by Defra Ł850m EU Ł750m European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development Voluntary Modulation Ł1.5bn + Ł800m from Defra Ł3.3bn via Natural England & Forestry Commission Ł554m via Regional Development Agencies All grant schemes come with jargon. RDPE has lots of jargon. This slide shows the breakdown of funding for RDPE. Voluntary modulation is money held back from farmers single farm payments, primarily to fund agri-environment schemes in England.All grant schemes come with jargon. RDPE has lots of jargon. This slide shows the breakdown of funding for RDPE. Voluntary modulation is money held back from farmers single farm payments, primarily to fund agri-environment schemes in England.

    3. RDPE objectives Axis 2 Improving the environment and the countryside Entry Level Scheme Higher Level Scheme England Forestry Grants. 80% of the budget Delivered by Natural England and the Forestry Commission The funding for RDPE is broken down into three funding streams of Axes, and each one has different objectives. Axis 2 takes >80% of the budget and is delivered by NE and FC. The budgets are national but we estimate the SE fund for Axis 2 is around Ł300m to Ł350m over the period 2007 to 2013. This workshop does not cover the detail of funding under Axis 2 – instead consult NE and FC.The funding for RDPE is broken down into three funding streams of Axes, and each one has different objectives. Axis 2 takes >80% of the budget and is delivered by NE and FC. The budgets are national but we estimate the SE fund for Axis 2 is around Ł300m to Ł350m over the period 2007 to 2013. This workshop does not cover the detail of funding under Axis 2 – instead consult NE and FC.

    4. RDPE objectives Axis 1 Improving the competitiveness of the agricultural, horticultural and forestry sectors Includes supporting, for example Training and technology transfer Renewable energy projects Adding-value Improved water resources management Making better use of forestry 10% of the budget Delivered by Regional Development Agencies Axis 1 is entirely for farmers, growers, foresters and food processors. Axis 1 is entirely for farmers, growers, foresters and food processors.

    5. RDPE objectives Axis 3 Improving the quality of life in rural areas and encouraging diversification Includes supporting, for example Farm diversification Rural tourism Rural micro-businesses Assisting rural communities 10% of the budget Delivered by Regional Development Agencies Axis 3 covers farm diversification and support for the wider rural community. Axis 3 covers farm diversification and support for the wider rural community.

    6. Funding 2007 to 2013

    7. RDPE replaces ERDP 2000-2006 - ERDP budget Ł22m in the SE 2007-2013 - RDPE budget Ł64m in the SE

    8. SEEDA budget 2008 - 2013 This shows the funds available from 2008 onwards. Some money was spent in 2006/07 on projects carried over from ERDP.This shows the funds available from 2008 onwards. Some money was spent in 2006/07 on projects carried over from ERDP.

    9. South East priorities Enhancing biodiversity and landscapes Climate change and renewable energy Adding value to food and non-food products Improving the economic value of woodlands Rural tourism and other forms of diversification Each region is slightly different in how it uses Axis 1 and 3 funds. All regions have prepared a Regional Implementation Plan which sets out the regions priorities. The plans were prepared in full consultation with a very wide range of organisations including NFU, CLBA, FC, NE etc. The SE RIP is on the SEEDA website, but is in the process of being updated. The priorities set out where the regions wishes to focus the RDPE funds.Each region is slightly different in how it uses Axis 1 and 3 funds. All regions have prepared a Regional Implementation Plan which sets out the regions priorities. The plans were prepared in full consultation with a very wide range of organisations including NFU, CLBA, FC, NE etc. The SE RIP is on the SEEDA website, but is in the process of being updated. The priorities set out where the regions wishes to focus the RDPE funds.

    10. South East priorities Efficiency and profitability of livestock farming Water resources management Skills and uptake of latest technology Innovation, entrepreneurship and collaboration Developing rural communities via Leader

    11. Focus on the livestock sector: Improving efficiency Adding-value Health and welfare Land management in NVZ areas Under Axis 1 all of the voluntary modulation money must be spent on investments and activities that will support the livestock sectors – in the SE that amounts to Ł1.5m/yr. All regions are currently pulling together ideas for how best to do this but the types of activities will include: Training and information Investment in processing eg meat cutting plants Improved marketing Product development Under Axis 1 all of the voluntary modulation money must be spent on investments and activities that will support the livestock sectors – in the SE that amounts to Ł1.5m/yr. All regions are currently pulling together ideas for how best to do this but the types of activities will include: Training and information Investment in processing eg meat cutting plants Improved marketing Product development

    12. Our objectives Help farming, horticultural and forestry enterprises return to profitability Skills (Better management) Enterprise efficiency (Benchmarking) Adding value (Moving up the supply chain) Collaboration (Market strength) Coping with legislation (Being compliant) Environmentally sustainable production

    13. Our objectives Help farming, horticultural and forestry enterprises businesses diversify (non-agric’) Supporting innovation and enterprise Developing new products and new markets Maximising the use of all their assets Collaboration (sharing risk, skills and the benefits) Reducing reliance on commodity products We have looked at the priorities in the region. The next four slides set out what we are trying to achieve.We have looked at the priorities in the region. The next four slides set out what we are trying to achieve.

    14. Our objectives Help rural communities and rural businesses Address disadvantage in rural areas Improve access to services Good quality employment opportunities Community facilities Diversify and strengthen the rural economy New micro-businesses Skills and capacity Collaboration and networking

    15. Our objectives Help rural businesses and communities Mitigate climate change Adapt to climate change Address long term sustainability

    16. Health warning – we do not have all the answers RDPE is a relatively complex programme and the boundaries are still being explored It takes about 1 year for new grant schemes to settle-down. You will have to be patient as we cannot yet answer every question.

    17. RDPE activities and grant rates This slide illustrates the types of activities that RDPE can support and the maximum grant rates – note that maximum grant rates should not be seen as the “norm” and many projects will receive less than the maximum grant rate. This slide illustrates the types of activities that RDPE can support and the maximum grant rates – note that maximum grant rates should not be seen as the “norm” and many projects will receive less than the maximum grant rate.

    18. Where to apply for funding Direct to SEEDA Typically for larger projects Through your local Leader group For small to medium projects Your local training provider For training The Forestry Commission are also helping us to develop projects in the forestry sector As we go through each area of activity we will clarify where to apply for funding. Leader groups, where they exist, will support projects that require grant in the range of Ł5k to Ł50k depending on their local priorities. Under ERDP the fast track system was very popular and that dealt with grants up to Ł15k. The average grant award under the old RES was about Ł45k. SEEDA is looking to directly support larger projects that can have a bigger impact in the region by generating substantial benefits for the applicant business and for other rural businesses. Some of these will be collaborative projects. We will explain Leader in more detail later in the presentation.As we go through each area of activity we will clarify where to apply for funding. Leader groups, where they exist, will support projects that require grant in the range of Ł5k to Ł50k depending on their local priorities. Under ERDP the fast track system was very popular and that dealt with grants up to Ł15k. The average grant award under the old RES was about Ł45k. SEEDA is looking to directly support larger projects that can have a bigger impact in the region by generating substantial benefits for the applicant business and for other rural businesses. Some of these will be collaborative projects. We will explain Leader in more detail later in the presentation.

    19. As mentioned previously by TB (or NS), Leader is a another way of delivering RDPE. It is not a stand alone programmeAs mentioned previously by TB (or NS), Leader is a another way of delivering RDPE. It is not a stand alone programme

    20. Leader – Key principles Minimum 5% of the RDPE budget MUST be delivered through Leader Local Action Groups - Ł18m in the SE Simply another way of delivering RDPE Local partnerships forming to focus on local issues Identifying local priorities Deciding where they wish to invest, local decision making The EU makes it mandatory for all regions to deliver part of the RDPE via the Leader approach. Leader is just another way of delivering the funding but through local partnerships instead of direct from SEEDA Leader provides many good opportunities to rural businesses and communities to work together to develop new opportunities or to address issues that really matter to them. In the SE we expect to deliver more than the minimum through Leader because it can bring many benefits.The EU makes it mandatory for all regions to deliver part of the RDPE via the Leader approach. Leader is just another way of delivering the funding but through local partnerships instead of direct from SEEDA Leader provides many good opportunities to rural businesses and communities to work together to develop new opportunities or to address issues that really matter to them. In the SE we expect to deliver more than the minimum through Leader because it can bring many benefits.

    21. Leader – Key principles Must operate in a defined rural area Rural population between 5,000 and 150,000 Must prepare a local development strategy Apply to the RDA for funding for 2008 to 2013 If approved, funds are delegated to them

    22. Leader in the SE SEEDA has received 16 Leader applications Total funding requested is Ł38m. Leader will be a major source of funding for farmers, growers and foresters so take it seriously or miss-out ! The selection takes place in April/May The SEEDA website will soon have a map of leader areas

    23. Leader applications Isle of Wight New Forest Cotswold's WARR Aylesbury Vale and Milton Keynes Chilterns Colne Valley Winchester and East Hants Kent Downs and Marshes Loddon and Eversley Natural East Kent North Wessex Downs Surrey Hills Sussex Downs and Low Weald Three Harbours West Kent We have had a wide range of interest and we are currently talking to emerging groups in these areas. We would encourage farmers and foresters to get involved emerging LAGs We have had a wide range of interest and we are currently talking to emerging groups in these areas. We would encourage farmers and foresters to get involved emerging LAGs

    24. Leader in the SE Many farmers, growers and foresters are already involved in Leader applications. Industry representatives are involved – the Leader selection panel includes: NFU CLBA South East Rural Affairs Forum rep Tourism SE Natural England Forestry Commission South East Rural Community Council

    25. Benefits of the Leader approach Provides resources for local facilitation Encourages farmers to work with others Helps identify new business opportunities Joined up approach Encourages strong local networks Links with other local initiatives Local commitment and engagement They feel in control More likely to be successful with local ownership

    26. Project Types and Activities

    27. Project Types and Activities Training, information and knowledge transfer Adding value to food and horticultural products Developing and adding value to niche/novel crops and livestock products Designing products and technologies in collaboration with others Water management Farm Diversification Adding value to livestock Renewable Energy

    28. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February.

    29. Training and technology transfer About Ł1m/yr available – A really important part of RDPE All funding will go via training providers Trainees apply to local training provider or college to access RDPE funded courses – we are trying to make it easier for you to get access up to 70% grant aid We expect to manage training through a small number of pan-regional contracts. Details to be announced on April/May. Can’t emphasise enough the importance of skills and the uptake of latest technologies – we expect all applicants for capitals grants to demonstrate they have training plans in place to ensure their projects will be successful.Can’t emphasise enough the importance of skills and the uptake of latest technologies – we expect all applicants for capitals grants to demonstrate they have training plans in place to ensure their projects will be successful.

    30. management skills business skills practical and technical livestock,crop & non-food crop husbandry skills Farm diversification Forestry management ICT and the use of other new technologies specific to agriculture/forestry animal health and welfare food processing RDPE funding will make available training on a very wide range of topics including:

    31. (cont.) traditional crafts for management of historic assets benchmarking managing land under ELS & HLS supply chain efficiency climate change adaptation & mitigation waste management, water use, diffuse pollution, energy efficiency renewable energy production and utilisation environmental management training to support adding-value to food products.

    32. ADDING VALUE TO FOOD AND HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS Objective Improve the processing and marketing of primary agricultural and horticultural products through: Investment in improved efficiency New technologies Developing new markets and products Renewable energy Overall improvements to overall performance

    33. ADDING VALUE TO FOOD AND HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS Eligible applicants Farmers, Horticulturalists and Food Processors – FCB’s need to check their eligibility status Grant rates Up to 40% but…. Depends on type of activity and Size of applicant business Grant amount No limit, but local budgets will influence size of award

    34. ADDING VALUE TO FOOD AND HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS Where to apply for grant aid Within a Leader area, and up to Ł50k grant, contact the Leader Local Action Group Where the grant request is greater than Ł50k, apply direct to SEEDA, but focus will be on larger and/or collaborative projects Outside of Leader areas SEEDA will not fund small projects Outside ofOutside of

    35. DEVELOPING AND ADDING VALUE TO NICHE/NOVEL CROPS AND LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS Objective Development of alternative agricultural activities, e.g. Raw material energy crops Bio energy crops Niche crops Novel crops Livestock

    36. DEVELOPING AND ADDING VALUE TO NICHE/NOVEL CROPS AND LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS Eligible investments can include: New build and conversions Equipment and machinery Architect’s/Engineer’s/Consultant’s fees Costs of cooperation – legal fees etc NB: cannot fund purchase of animals, animal plants etc

    37. DEVELOPING AND ADDING VALUE TO NICHE/NOVEL CROPS AND LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS Eligible applicants Farmers, Horticulturalists, FCB and family members Grant rates Up to 50% - depending on Measure Grant amounts Depends on the type of activity, some limited to 200,000 euros grant

    38. DEVELOPING AND ADDING VALUE TO NICHE/NOVEL CROPS AND LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS Where to apply for grant aid Within a Leader area, and up to Ł50k grant - apply to the LAG Up to Ł50k grant and outside a Leader area, RDPE will not fund these projects Projects where the grant request is greater than Ł50k, apply direct to SEEDA, but Focus will be on larger and/or collaborative projects

    39. Developing products and technologies in collaboration with others We want to encourage you to work across supply chains to develop New products New technologies and processes Cooperative business activities The partnership that applies for grant must involve a primary producer working with, for example Processors Retailers Trade associations Manufacturers

    40. Developing products and technologies in collaboration with others Eligible activities Product development and design Developing new technologies Product testing Grant rates Up to 100% but more likely to be 50% Grant amounts No upper limit, local budget will dictate

    41. WATER MANAGEMENT Objective Increase capacity for winter storage reservoirs and more effective water management. Development of winter abstraction irrigation reservoirs Water recycling, water harvesting and treatment

    42. WATER MANAGEMENT Eligible applicants Farmers, horticulturalists and foresters Grant rates Up to 40% Grant amounts No limit, but local budgets will influence size of award for Farmers and horticulturalists Special rules apply for forestry

    43. WATER MANAGEMENT Where to apply for grant aid All applications will be dealt with by SEEDA.

    44. FARM DIVERSIFICATION Objective Encourage continuing farm diversification to generate additional income. Manufacturing or Service Industries Recreation and tourism Equestrian Environmental Services Composting Retailing

    45. FARM DIVERSIFICATION Eligible applicants Farmers and Horticulturalists and their family members Grant rates Up to 50% State Aid The maximum grant is 200,000 euros

    46. FARM DIVERSIFICATION Where to apply for grant aid Within a Leader area, and up to Ł50k grant - apply to the LAG Up to Ł50k grant and outside a Leader area, RDPE will not fund these projects Projects where the grant request is greater than Ł50k, apply direct to SEEDA, but Focus will be on larger and/or collaborative projects

    47. FARM DIVERSIFICATION Where to apply for grant aid – (continued) For projects that fall outside the RDPE criteria there may be funding opportunities from another budget managed by SEEDA via: Farm Diversification Grant Rural Redundant Building Grant Anne Higham – 01634 899900

    48. COLLABORATION Sharing the risk and reward through investment This could be in a shared facility Or in separate facilities that are dependent on each other Shared objectives in the delivery of a project range Dependent on each other for achieving success with a product range or service Sharing skills and people Collaboration does not mean formal co-operation, but co-operative ventures are also encouraged under RDPECollaboration does not mean formal co-operation, but co-operative ventures are also encouraged under RDPE

    49. ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA – ADDING VALUE Need to demonstrate at least two of the following: Collaboration involving more than 2 rural businesses Substantial, quantifiable benefits for more than 2 rural businesses – major factor in assessment Project will act as a beacon to other businesses in the region by providing best practice, innovation, demonstration facilities etc Development of new markets and products

    50. ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA – FARM DIVERSIFICATION Need to demonstrate at least one of the following: Collaboration involving at least 2 rural businesses Substantial, quantifiable benefits for more than 3 rural businesses – major factor in assessment Project will act as a beacon to other businesses in the region by providing best practice, innovation, demonstration facilities etc.

    51. Adding Value to Livestock Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February.

    52. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February.

    53. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February.

    54. Increasing Competitiveness Add value to livestock products Improve marketing of livestock Develop new products Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February.

    55. Improve the returns from livestock enterprises Improving animal nutrition Improved animal health and welfare Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February.

    56. Improve skills base of the sector Funding training courses Demonstration days Workshops Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February.

    57. Increasing collaboration Machinery rings Food hubs Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February.

    58. Reduce environmental impact Improve grazing management Improved land management in NVZ Reduced greenhouse gas emissions Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February. Thank you for inviting me here today to provide a brief progress update on the review of the Regional Economic Strategy. The purpose of the RES is to shape the future economic development of the SE. The RES is informed by the Integrated Regional Framework which applies the principles of sustainable development and provides an overarching policy framework for the SE. The RES also sits alongside the SE Plan which is being developed as the regions spatial strategy. The RES is for the region to own, champion and deliver. SEEDA’s role is to lead and co-ordinate the process and to ensure that our own Corporate Plan is targeted to contribute towards it. Between July to October 05, 17 consultation events have been held across the SE, including the Kent & Medway RES consultation event on 7 October which I am sure some of you attended. I would like to thank you for any contributions you have made so far. The consultation document for the RES review is now available for consultation on SEEDA’s website (www.SEEDA.co.uk), and I would like to encourage you to take a look at this. You can submit your views on line. This document draws together the key issues that have been identified and set out a proposed response to the priorities and questions we have addressed with partners across the region during the last few months. We warmly welcome your views and are looking for responses by 17 February.

    59. Renewable Energy

    60. Why Renewable Energy Government target to use more renewable energy Potential to provide an alternative income for farmers Reduce farm running costs Please send my apologies for not attending two of the meetings. Also introduce the other speakers at this point. Please send my apologies for not attending two of the meetings. Also introduce the other speakers at this point.

    61. Types of Renewable Energy Electricity Heating Cooling Transport Fuels Based on sound Energy Efficiency

    62. Types of activities aiming to support On Farm installations for on farm energy use Harvesting and processing of wood fuels Establishment of wood fuel hubs On farm installation for sale of energy Establishment of ESCo Please send my apologies for not attending two of the meetings. Also introduce the other speakers at this point. Please send my apologies for not attending two of the meetings. Also introduce the other speakers at this point.

    63. Sources of renewable energy Biomass Wood fuel Anaerobic Digestion Wind Water Solar (not photo-voltaic) Geo thermal Please send my apologies for not attending two of the meetings. Also introduce the other speakers at this point. Please send my apologies for not attending two of the meetings. Also introduce the other speakers at this point.

    64. Ground Coupled Heat Pump - “Closed Loop”

    65. Three stage process Submit an expression of interest This will be assessed and you will be advised whether or not to proceed to a full application. Submit a full application This must follow an expression of interest This will be formally appraised and either approved, rejected or deferred. Agree a contract Approved projects will have to agree a contract with SEEDA or the Leader Local Action Group

    66. What you need to submit All necessary consents including planning . Three competitive quotes for all expenditure. A business plan or budget Landlords approval, security of tenure for 6 years. Three years accounts A fully completed application form. Information on any State Aid received In some cases a full business plan is required but in others we can accept just budget information – this depends on the type of activity but the guidance notes will tell you what is required. State aid questions include any funding you have received in the last three years that was notified as coming under State Aid Rules (this would be clearly shown on the grant offer letters or contracts). In some cases a full business plan is required but in others we can accept just budget information – this depends on the type of activity but the guidance notes will tell you what is required. State aid questions include any funding you have received in the last three years that was notified as coming under State Aid Rules (this would be clearly shown on the grant offer letters or contracts).

    67. You will need to demonstrate A need for public support The financial capacity to undertake the project, and the management skills The project will become financially viable The skills needed by the project are in place or will be put in place Bank rolling arrangements The project meets all current environmental legislation. The minimum level of grant support necessary for delivering a successful outcome has been requested. Grants paid in arrears Preference will be given to projects that go beyond normal regulatory requirements in terms of water useage and quality, energy efficiency, waste minimisation and management, noise, air quality, and other emissions. The minimum level of grant support necessary for delivering a successful outcome has been requested. Grants paid in arrears Preference will be given to projects that go beyond normal regulatory requirements in terms of water useage and quality, energy efficiency, waste minimisation and management, noise, air quality, and other emissions.

    68. Please note You must not start work, purchase any items or make any commitments to purchase items on which you wish to claim grant, prior to signing a grant contract from SEEDA or the Leader local action group.

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