Mark Shucksmith
@markshucksmith.bsky.social
Emeritus Professor, Newcastle University. Rural sociologist. New books: Rural Poverty Today (2023); Rethinking Rural Studies (2024).
New post with @markshucksmith.bsky.social on the Geography Directions blog about our recent work on mission-led governance: doi.org/10.55203/AFL... #rural #missions #governance #policy #spatialjustice
Reimagining rural policy through mission-led governance
By Jayne Glass, Uppsala University, and Mark Shucksmith, Newcastle University Mission-led governance has gained prominence as a paradigm for addressing complex, cross-cutting societal challenges, f…
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Why might integrating mission-led governance with well-being frameworks be an effective way to meet the needs of rural communities? Jayne Glass and Mark Shucksmith discuss this a new Geography Directions blog post 📃 Check it out 👇 https://blog.geographydirections.com/?p=21982
New blog post from two of our recent authors @jayneglass.bsky.social & @markshucksmith.bsky.social - read their commentary 'Reimagining rural policy through mission-led governance' here ⬇️ doi.org/10.1111/geoj...
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)@rgs.org · 8mo agoWhy might integrating mission-led governance with well-being frameworks be an effective way to meet the needs of rural communities? Jayne Glass and Mark Shucksmith discuss this a new Geography Directions blog post 📃 Check it out 👇 https://blog.geographydirections.com/?p=21982
The opposite of the IMD - collective Wellbeing scores by region from the @carnegieuk.bsky.social Life in the UK report.
Last night’s ScotLand Futures event in Aberdeen marked the end of our series of public meetings. Across Scotland we’ve heard strong themes including last night where community empowerment, land for housing, and frustration with planning were key issues. 👀 ScotLand Futures findings coming soon.
This morning, Adam Milne gave evidence to the Social Justice and Social Security Committee on the Wellbeing and Sustainable Development (Scotland) Bill. Read our full response to the committee: carnegieuk.org/publication/...
If you are interested in rural policy or mission-led government, our new Commentary is out in The Geographical Journal 👇 with @markshucksmith.bsky.social
The Geographical Journal@thegj.bsky.social · 9mo agoNew in The GJ: 'Reimagining rural policy through mission-led governance' by @jayneglass.bsky.social & @markshucksmith.bsky.social This commentary argues that mission-led policies risk perpetuating inequalities, using rural policy as a case in point. doi.org/10.1111/geoj... #geosky
Great to be at @ipprscotland.bsky.social's conference today, discussing the big choices & challenges shaping Scotland’s future. @sarahdavidson.bsky.social joined the opening panel to share insights from our latest #LifeInTheUK research & our recent work on Budgeting for Wellbeing.
Our new paper, Reimagining rural policy through mission‐led governance, in The Geographical Journal, has been published today. @DrJayneGlass @markshucksmith.bsky.social Here is the link: doi.org/10.1111/geoj...
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New in The GJ: 'Reimagining rural policy through mission-led governance' by @jayneglass.bsky.social & @markshucksmith.bsky.social This commentary argues that mission-led policies risk perpetuating inequalities, using rural policy as a case in point. doi.org/10.1111/geoj... #geosky
New guidance issued for researchers engaging with the UK government. The Government Office for Science has updated its guidance on how academics can engage with government, outlining practical routes for impact & influence at every career stage @thebartlettucl.bsky.social www.gov.uk/government/p...
Routes for academic engagement with Government
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"I have never once feared the devil, but I tremble every time I enter the pulpit" - John Knox. Now we know why.
Average person’s life saw ‘no meaningful improvement’ over past year www.independent.co.uk/news/busines...
Average person’s life saw ‘no meaningful improvement’ over past year – charity
Carnegie UK found stagnating wellbeing and persistent hardship for millions of people since 2023.
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📢 New report | Our 2025 #LifeInTheUK research shows that the wellbeing of people across the UK has not improved over the past year. Find out more: carnegieuk.org/publication/...
Life in the UK 2025 - Carnegie UK
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@carnegieuk.bsky.social has released their 2025 #LifeInTheUK Index. It shows collective wellbeing has not improved over the past year. The Index highlights uneven economic gains, falling trust in local councils and a deeply divided nation. Explore the full report: carnegieuk.org/publication/...
Life in the UK 2025 - Carnegie UK
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Average person´s life saw `no meaningful improvement´ over past year www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/pa/art...
Average person´s life saw `no meaningful improvement´ over past...
Carnegie UK found stagnating wellbeing and persistent hardship for millions of people since 2023.
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Lovely to hear Kathryn Tickell & the Darkening at Durham Gala last night
What does it take to make rural proofing work? - It’s a complex process that depends on strong infrastructural support systems. - Even without immediate policy changes, it can raise awareness. - Learning from both success & failure is key. More info 👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
🎥 WATCH: Lifestyle, Migration & Community In a recent Conversations event, @profkarenoreilly.bsky.social, @michaelacbenson.bsky.social, Graham Crow and Matthew Hayes take a closer look at the field that Professor O'Reilly’s book The British on the Costa Del Sol helped to launch. buff.ly/zBCtAkQ
My case study of England’s rural development infrastructure is published today by Scottish Government, along with case studies from Canada, Finland and Ireland. Read them here bit.ly/4hlnkVn This is part of the Scottish Rural Communities Policy Review for Scottish Government.
There will be a range of publications and outcomes from this project.
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My case study of England’s rural development infrastructure is published today by Scottish Government, along with case studies from Canada, Finland and Ireland. Read them here bit.ly/4hlnkVn This is part of the Scottish Rural Communities Policy Review for Scottish Government.
There will be a range of publications and outcomes from this project.
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'Rural futures start at the European Rural Parliament, where local insights meet European policymaking'. Glad to contribute with the #GRANULAR Horizon Europe project, exploring how data, dialogue, and local knowledge can shape more inclusive and sustainable rural futures. #ERP2025 #RuralInnovation
It was a priviledge this morning to welcome 35 European Rural Parliament delegates on a community led tourism study visit to Cullen organised by SCOTO. The delegates enjoyed a taster pot of Cullen Skink at The Seafield Arms Hotel and visits to the Discover Cullen Tourist Office Heritage Centre.
The European Rural Parliament is a biennial participative democratic assembly bringing 400+ delegates together to strengthen cross border cooperation and to shape emerging practice and policy.
How is life in the UK in 2025? Join us on Tue 28 Oct, 10-11am, for our Life in the UK 2025 webinar. Hear our key findings from Susan Pinkney with reflections from @graceblakeley.substack.com. Find out more and book your place: carnegieuk.org/event/how-is...
📊 How are people across the UK really doing? Join us on Tue 28 Oct, 10-11am to hear Susan Pinkney present our latest Life in the UK findings with reflections from @graceblakeley.substack.com. carnegieuk.org/event/how-is...
Place-based strategies, rural proofing, participatory governance, and capacity building for local actors emerge as central recommendations to strengthen rural society, economy and way of living. Watch the full video from the #RuralPactConference – link in comments! #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
