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The LEADER programme uses
a bottom-up approach in order to build new and
experimental approaches to rural development which
will improve the quality of life and make the rural
communities more sustainable. The aim is to further
develop the local rural communities, increase skills
and make the rural area more competitive by supporting
the opportunities available. Support will be aimed
primarily at small-scale, community driven projects
that are innovative and capacity building. |
The LEADER programme will be delivered
across Scotland by Local Action Groups. There are 20 LEADER
areas in Scotland and each of these areas has a Local Action
Group (LAG). The Kelvin Valley LAG was successful in their
bid and received £560,000
for their LEADER programme, which will run from 2008-2010.
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The Kelvin Valley LEADER programme is based on two main
themes:
• Revitalising Communities
• Conservation of the Rural Environment.
The main objectives which the Kelvin Valley LEADER bid
wishes to pursue (along with a number of project ideas
raised during the consultation process) within this measure
include:
- Facilitating new and improved accommodation
and conference facilities to offer a greater range
in the LAG area
- Encouraging new market development:
arts and crafts, equestrian activities etc
- Marketing
and promoting the Kelvin Valley
- Enhancement of
key attractions (e.g. Antonine Wall, Canal, Colzium
Estate, Carron Valley)
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