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CHANGES to the law which would allow tractors to use "red diesel" for gritting roads have been published by the government. Currently, only purpose built or adapted gritters may use red diesel when they are being used to...
RURAL Yorkshire could be next in line for a government-backed fuel duty discount, it has emerged. Prime Minister David Cameron said he wanted proposals for a fuel duty discount for people living in rural Yorkshire to progress "swiftly"....
THE Plunkett Foundation has smashed its five-year target of helping rural communities by encouraging residents to set up social enterprises. An Impact Report published by the charity highlights how it has provided advice and support for rural communities...
PLANS to help bring empty and redundant rural buildings back into productive use have been unveiled by the government. The proposals would make it easier to re-use existing agricultural, retail and commercial buildings, such as offices and warehouses,...
THE cost of living in the countryside has risen almost twice as fast as in urban areas over the past year. The findings come from the Countryside Living Index, a new quarterly survey, which is launched today by...
RURAL communities are stepping up campaigns against the siting of wind turbines in the countryside. They include Lincolnshire County Council, which wants to call a halt to the "unrestrained invasion" of wind turbines across the county. Council...
RURAL areas face being hardest hit by the government's green energy plans, ministers have been told. Government estimates suggest energy and climate change policies will push up electricity prices by 27% by 2020, claims Calor Gas . ...
NEW rules have come into force allowing communities to bid to take over local services they believe they can run better themselves. The Community Right to Challenge is part of the government's "localism" drive to hand more power...
BUILDERS are backing a government scheme designed to help first-time buyers onto the housing ladder, claims the government. The builders behind half of all homes built in England are committed to offering the NewBuy Guarantee, said housing minister...
LIBRARIES are hosting unusual events such as speed-dating as they strive to keep open amid budget cuts. Councils have found innovative ways to keep providing library services while managing a 28% budget cut announced in 2010, shows the...
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Amid reduced public spending, fair resource allocation across regions is crucial. Despite a population larger than Greater London, rural areas receive significantly less funding for essential services, even though delivering these services in rural areas is more expensive.
Economic growth is widely acknowledged as essential for national wealth and prosperity and is a priority for political parties. Rural economies, employing millions and home to a higher proportion of small businesses, have potential for growth if barriers are removed.
Rural residents face distinct healthcare challenges, including limited access to transport, longer distances to medical facilities, an aging demographic, housing inadequacies, digital connectivity gaps, and difficulties recruiting health and care workers.
Rural communities are grappling with a severe affordable housing crisis, marked by high house prices, a lack of affordable housing, elevated living costs, and lower incomes, threatening their sustainability and vitality.
Transport is vital for the quality of life and economic health of rural areas, yet it faces challenges such as infrequent public bus services and less Government funding compared to urban regions.
Rural areas, encompassing a substantial portion of England's population and land, play a pivotal role in combating climate change and achieving the net zero target.
In an increasingly digital world, the lack of robust digital infrastructure in rural areas severely limits access to crucial services and stifles economic growth.
A future-focused vision for rural communities involves not just building the right homes in the right places but also ensuring thriving, sustainable communities.
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