757. Purposes and functions of Rural Development Boards.

In areas of hills and uplands where special problems of development and special needs exist, the Secretary of State and the Welsh Ministers¹ are empowered to establish² Rural Development Boards³. These boards are subject to the directions⁴ of the Secretary of State and the Welsh Ministers, and must submit annual reports and accounts⁵. The special problems and needs include special difficulties in the formation of commercial agricultural units⁶, the need for an overall programme for guidance in making decisions as to the complementary use of land for agriculture⁷ and forestry⁸, the need for improved public services, and the need