Newcastle University

Can our market towns survive and thrive?

Market towns are part of the fabric of rural life but they face increasing challenges.  The latest CRE policy note looks at these and makes some recommendations for planners and local authorities tasked with maintaining their vitality and viability.

published on: 27th September 2013

How do consumers think about food risk?

The latest note in our CRE policy brief series looks at research on how consumers think about everyday risks concerning food and draws out the implications for policymaking.

published on: 10th September 2013

Do our European neighbours yearn for country living?

Many people in the UK aspire to move to the countryside, particularly later in life.  But what motivates our European neighbours; do they yearn for roses round the door, or are population movements from urban to rural areas in places such as Greece and Ireland simply driven by the current economic climate?  The latest CRE policy note draws out some of the social implications, both positive and negative.

published on: 6th September 2013