Geographic area and physical content; environment; social issues; rural business; impact of previous MAFF and non-MAFF schemes; proposed strategy, objectives and priorities for action. England Rural Development Programme from the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Official government office bringing together the regional operations of the Departments for Education and Skills; Work and Pensions; Trade and Industry; Environment, Food and Rural Affairs; Transport, Local Government and the Regions. The Home Office, Police, National Health Service and the Department of Culture, Media and Sport are also represented.

Information about European issues as they affect the region, with directories of further resources and news. Supported by the European Commission Representation in the UK.

Includes news and press releases regarding the North West of England.

News, information and discussion for all textile-related sector interests. Offering to inform, develop and promote the North West's textile industry nationally and internationally.

The official RDA, managing the economic development and regeneration of the region; promoting business efficiency, inward investment and competitiveness; enhancing training and skills; and contributing to sustainable development.

A N.R.D.A. supported website for civic links with China and the UK-China international trade services and investment in the Northwest England.

Links to local government sites in the region.

Local borough council site offering details of homes for rent in the area, education, leisure, and details of district assemblies.

Working to achieve the best for the English countryside through conservation, research, and influencing central and local government. Includes the area's State of the Countryside Report and the Rural Services Survey.