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Village of St Monans, Fife

Fill out the surveys here: Understanding your preferences to build a better future for Scotland’s rural economy | The James Hutton Institute

What are the surveys?

As part of this research project, we want to find out what a better future for rural communities in Scotland could look like. We would like to hear from you about the challenges and opportunities that you think face Scotland's rural and island communities. Particularly we are interested in finding out your thoughts on locations as potential places to live, rural travel networks and local food.

Why is this information useful?

This project is funded by the Scottish government and may inform future policies. It is one component of the project "Informing a socially and spatially just future for the Scottish rural economy: pinpointing opportunities, assets and support needs", and will give us useful insight into the challenges and opportunities facing rural people. 

How long will it take?

One survey should take around 20 minutes. If you are really keen, you can decide to fill in the combined survey which is likely to take around 60 minutes. To thank you for you participation you are invited to take part in a prize draw which will give you the opportunity to win a gift card of £50 to spend in a store of your choosing.

Where can I take part?

If you would like to find out more and take part in the survey, please visit the survey webpage on our website at:

Understanding your preferences to build a better future for Scotland’s rural economy | The James Hutton Institute