Rural life4 days agoCouncil tax could rise nearly 5%, authority warnsNorth Yorkshire Council leaders warn next year's budget has a "multi-million pound" shortfall.4 days ago9 Jan 2025Tractor protest as minister pledges farmers 'new deal'The government says its policies will boost food production and clear planning red tape for farmers.9 Jan 2025Science & Environment4 Jan 2025Wiltshire in pictures: Cold snap brings frosty scenesOur weekly round up of photographs show what's been happening in the county as temperatures drop.4 Jan 2025Wiltshire26 Dec 2024Deadline to record forgotten footpaths to be scrappedWalking campaigners welcome the move, which the government says will help prevent paths from being lost.26 Dec 2024Politics21 Dec 2024William and Kate fund Norfolk mental health pilotThe Prince and Princess of Wales team up with a charity to provide support for rural communities.21 Dec 2024Norfolk20 Dec 2024Ancient landmarks closed off to walkers, campaigners sayThey include a neolithic burial mound in Wiltshire and an Iron Age hill fort on the edge of Dartmoor.20 Dec 2024Science & Environment9 Dec 2024New rural roads driving code published by insurerThe Department for Transport says there are 70% more deaths on rural roads than urban highways.9 Dec 2024Wiltshire8 Dec 2024Farming community 'traumatised' after burglariesSeveral farms in Mid Ulster have had high-value machinery stolen in recent months.8 Dec 2024Northern Ireland28 Nov 2024Farmers hold rally at Holyrood over funding and taxFarm leaders are calling for a £50m rise in agricultural funding ahead of next week's Budget28 Nov 2024Scotland