Guidance for local authorities for funding under the Rural England Prosperity Fund. The Rural England Prosperity Fund is referred to as the ‘Rural Fund’ in this prospectus.
Important dates
Dates are indicative and may be subject to change.
- 3 September 2022 – Rural Fund launch
- 12 September 2022 – Rural Fund addendum platform launch
- September 2022 – engagement sessions with local authorities and local partners to support the Rural Fund process
- 3 October 2022 to 30 November 2022 – Rural Fund addendum submissions window
- November 2022 to January 2023 – Rural Fund assessment period for government
- January 2023 – anticipated date for approval of Rural Fund proposals
- April 2023 – first payments expected to lead local authorities
- April 2023 to March 2025 – funding period
For more information, contact: ruralenglandprosperityfund@defra.gov.uk or go to http://bit.ly/3V1ClzA