The model of the Rural Parliament is one which has grown across Europe. Scotland has adopted the model, following the example of others such as Sweden, Finland and Estonia.
Projects & Practice
The Flemish NSU organised a series of Learning Networks for LEADER meetings focussing on specific topics, in order to support the exchange of information, invite topic experts and improve LEADER and CLLD implementation.
Supporting regional planning using transnational cooperation, with a particular focus on local public-private partnerships
LINC stands for Leader Inspired Network Community, an initiative of Local Action Groups and Network Support Units.

A series of seminars to improve the economic performance and viability of agricultural enterprises, by offering information and training on risk management tools.

An agricultural business affected by extreme weather conditions used RDP support to repair the damage to its infrastructure and enable it to operate as normal.

A leading manufacturer of conserves and jams used RDP support to increase its winter water storage capacity for use during the summer dry months.

A project to enhance the facilities on a geological site, enable new visitor-based activities and attract more visitors who will spend more time in the area.

A project to support demining of agricultural land in war-affected areas of Croatia.

Set up an operational group to improve the efficiency of the fruit production sector in Spain by developing new approaches for joint management of farms.