rural affairs
Fracking in the UK: the facts so far
What is fracking and why is it controversial? We answer your questions so far.
Five big stories affecting rural Britain right now
Increasing litter, dirtier rivers and a fall in migrant farm labour - Countryfile Magazine reports from BBC's rural affairs committee on the issues currently affecting rural Britain
General Election 2017: manifesto guide on where each party stands on rural issues
Ahead of the upcoming General Election, here is our short bullet point guide to each party's manifesto, looking at where they stand on rural, environment and animal welfare issues
What rural organisations are saying about Brexit
This is what a range of rural organisations having been saying about the vote to leave EU.
National Wildlife Crime Unit awarded funding
The UK’s National Wildlife Crime Unit (NWCU) has been saved from closure after being awarded last minute government funding - securing its future for a further four years.
National Wildlife Crime Unit faces closure
If the government fails to renew its funding, the National Wildlife Crime Unit (NWCU), which deals with British and international wildlife crime, is facing closure within six weeks.
Spending Review 2015: What does it mean for the countryside?
Earlier this week, chancellor George Osborne, unveiled the government's Autumn Statement and Spending Review 2015 – here's our round-up of the key policies that will impact those who live and work in the countryside - and those who visit it.
