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The Commission for Rural Communities was established in April 2005, and became an independent body in October 2006 following the enactment of the NERC Act. The Commission's “role is to provide well-informed, independent advice to government and ensure that policies reflect the real needs of people living and working in rural England, with a particular focus on tackling disadvantage”. Its three key functions are as rural advocate, expert adviser and independent watchdog for rural communities. It addresses issues such as housing, transport, access to services and rural economies through thematic studies, inquiries and evaluations. Users can also search the Rural Communities best practice database which shows how 5,000 communities have been tackling issues like social exclusion, road safety and access to health care. The website details the latest work of the Commission, gives access to news, events and blogs, and access to Reports of the Rural Advocate.
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