The Rest is Politics podcast - balancing the future of our countryside

In the latest episode of The Rest is Politics, it delves into the important role that Future Countryside plays in shaping our approach to land use and rural landscapes. Hosted by Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell, the conversation addresses one of the most pressing challenges facing the UK today - how to balance competing land priorities in a rapidly changing world.

As farming, rewilding, renewable energy, and landscape preservation each fight for their place in the countryside, the question remains, how do we strike a fair balance between these conflicting demands? The countryside is not only a source of natural beauty but also a vital resource for food production, biodiversity, and environmental sustainability. On the podcast, Rory Stewart reflects on how we can address this important question of land use.

This debate will be picked up at Future Countryside – the countryside matters, at Chatsworth on Tuesday 20 May, where we will explore these issues to ensure that the countryside is preserved for future generations.

🎧 Tune in to hear @RoryStewartUK & @campbellclaret explore these crucial issues in full on The Rest is Politics podcast here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlYwCYkdH4&t=2412s