Submission - Government Plan - Rural Initiative Scheme - Andrew Syvret - 13 November 2022
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From: Andrew Syvret <[email protected]>
Sent: 13 November 2022 19:08
To: Scrutiny Communications <[email protected]>
Subject: Government Plan 2023 - 2026 Review ~ Rural Initiative Scheme
Dear Scrutiny Panel,
Reference the proposed investment of £2.8 million over the next four years in the Rural Initiative Scheme to support the agriculture industry.
Given the fresh food security issues we face as an insular population ~ it is surely axiomatic that such expenditure is essential. Additionally, with the dramatic losses observed in Jersey's biodiversity ~ advocacy must be targeted at rural initiatives that improve soil & water quality, restore damaged habitats & create new ones.
The sum in question seems relatively small given budgets discussed elsewhere in the Government Plan. With nutrition critically linked to health & wellbeing, as an island we should be encouraging ethical growers of every size & ambition as an utmost priority.
Hoping my brief comment is of some utility. Thanks & kind regards,
Andrew