LEADER Programme
The LEADER Programme was launched by the Rural Aberdeenshire Local Action Group (LAG) at Lochter Activity Centre near Oldmeldrum on Friday, 27th June 2008.
LEADER is an innovative rural development programme which aims to improve the quality of life and economic prosperity in Aberdeenshire.
The programme was made possible due to the securing of £3.24 million from the European LEADER fund.
LEADER is an integral element within the Scotland Rural Development Programme 2007-2013. It is funded by the Scottish Government and European Commission, with matched funding from public bodies and the project groups.
In Aberdeenshire, LEADER will be delivered by the Rural Aberdeenshire LAG to rural areas and communities with populations of less than 5,000. The funds are aimed at stimulating the rural economy and building capacity in communities and business networks.
The Launch featured presentations from Aberdeenshire Council’s Infrastructure Service Committee Chairman, Peter Argyle and the Council’s Head of Economic Development and LAG Chairman, James Knowles.
James Knowles welcomed more than thirty invited guests and members of the Rural Aberdeenshire LAG to the Launch of the LEADER Programme.
The welcome address was given by Councillor Peter Argyle who said: “Development of rural communities is core to the Council’s Strategic Priorities which have been developed around the five Community Planning themes of Community Wellbeing, Jobs and the Economy, Lifelong Learning, Sustainable Environment and Developing our Partnerships.”
Information regarding the LEADER Programme in Aberdeenshire can be accessed on the website at: www.aberdeenshireleader.org
Rural Aberdeenshire LEADER Programme Contacts
Vicky Thomson
LEADER Co-ordinator
Tel: 01467 628383
e-mail: Info.Leader@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Anne MacLennan
LEADER Administrator
Tel: 01467 628299
e-mail: Info.Leader@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
LEADER Office
Aberdeenshire Council
Gordon House
Blackhall Road
INVERURIE
AB51 3WA
Website: www.aberdeenshireleader.org
