Rural Partnership

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)

DEFRA works for the essentials of life - food, air, land, water, people, animals and plants. Its remit is the pursuit of sustainable development, weaving together economic, social and environmental concerns.
www.defra.gov.uk

Healthy Valleys

Healthy Valleys aims to improve the health and wellbeing of everyone who lives in the rural Douglas and Nethan Valley communities.
www.healthyvalleys.org.uk

Rural Development Trust

The aim of the Rural Development Trust is to create a self-sustaining organisation which can provide transport and other related services to communities throughout Lanarkshire.
www.ruraldevelopmenttrust.co.uk

Rural Gateway

This site provides news, information, discussion and networking opportunities for those with an interest in rural issues. The site is sponsored by the Scottish Government in partnership with SCVO, the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations.
www.ruralgateway.org.uk

Scotland Rural Development Programme

A £1.6 billion programme of economic, environmental and social measures designed to develop rural Scotland between 2007 and 2013.
www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Rural/SRDP

Scotland's National Nature Reserves

National Nature Reserves (NNRs) are magical places where you can experience the incredible sights and sounds of Scotland's natural world. The reserves help protect an amazing range of wildlife and landscapes.
www.nnr-scotland.org.uk

Scottish Natural Heritage

Scottish Natural Heritage is responsible for the conservation and enhancement of Scotland's natural heritage - its wildlife, habitats and its landscapes.
www.snh.org.uk

Scottish Rural Property and Business Association

Advice and information on operating as a private landlord.
www.srpba.com

Scottish Wildlife Trust

Scottish Wildlife Trust is a leading conservation organisation, working to protect Scotland's natural environment and wildlife.
www.swt.org.uk

South Lanarkshire LEADER

A European Community initiative aimed at helping rural communities in improving the quality of life and economic prosperity in their local area.
www.southlanarkshireleader.com

clydevalley.net

This contains site information and listings for cultural events and groups in the Clyde Valley.
www.clydevalley.net

theGuidLife

Rural Lanarkshire's online community.
www.theguidlife.net