Comment

Representation ID: 18599

Received: 30/01/2007

Respondent: Etchingham Parish Council

Barriers to prosperity include;
¨ Council tax for those on fixed incomes
¨ Business rates retained by central government
¨ Burdensome workplace legislation
¨ Planning restraining premises conversion for small, rural businesses
Out-commuting brings in money to be spent locally but there is a strong need for improved public transport links.
Sustainable tourism â€" improved public transport to tourist hubs and better links to cycling/walking networks.
Land based industries encouraged to provide locally produced food etc to counter the availability of supermarket goods.
Local education provision is essential for sustainable and supportive community networks.