Making EU funding available is one thing. Making it accessible is another. This was one of the key messages emerging from the conference “How does EU funding work for my business in Tourism? Tools, platforms and training resources for tourism businesses of all sizes”, which brought together representatives of European institutions, tourism organisations and funding experts. Merill Rural Network, an initiative of SEED Projects, was invited to participate as a best-practice exa

As Malta prepares for the next EU programming period, early stakeholder engagement matters. Drawing on discussions with Malta’s Local Action Groups and experiences from across Europe, we explore why rural voices, LEADER and bottom-up development need a meaningful place in shaping Malta’s future NRPP.