The Council gave consideration to a report examining the future of the rural economy in a rapidly changing national and global context.
Decision
The Council –
1. approved the key interventions and lobbying points contained within the submitted report;
2. instructed officers to approach other rural councils to seek collaboration in relation to a manifesto for rural change; and
3. noted that a further report would be brought back to a future meeting of the Council.
(Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Development and Economic Growth dated August 2025, submitted)