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It may not be so long, and many don't even think about it. With the wet Winter, much of the Winter corn crops are rotting in the ground. If farmers plough the crops in, to replant with Spring...
The Rural Touring Dance Initiative is currently seeking dance artists to take part in its autumn 2025 and spring 2026 season. This is a fantastic opportunity to tour existing work to rural areas, with extensive benefits and support from...
A recent NFU survey has revealed that poor mobile and broadband connectivity continues to significantly hinder farmers’ ability to run effective, food producing businesses. More than three quarters (76%) of members report some level of unreliable mobile...
One hundred days into a new role is often seen as a good moment for reflection, to consider new connections, fresh insights and, occasionally, unexpected surprises. In my case, however, so much has already happened since I joined ACRE in...
The Rural Services Network (RSN) is pleased to share that we held two highly successful BT Digital Switchover information sessions last week. These exclusive RSN membership events engaged over 260 delegates, including representatives from town, district, and county councils across...
A free event for families who are fascinated by how people lived in the past is being provided by the Peak District National Park at Castleton Visitor Centre on Friday 26 July. The drop-in event will include archaeological fun...
An industry awards programme, which recognises talented young individuals in the LPG sector, has opened for nominations this June. Organised by trade association Liquid Gas UK , and proudly sponsored by Vaillant, the annual initiative returns for its...
UK landlines are going digital by 2027 Landlines in the UK are going digital, and by 2027 most calls will be made over a broadband line. This is part of an industry-wide change to retire the old...
English Rural Housing Association , in collaboration with a panel of rural experts and advocates, has launched a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming the perception of affordable rural housing. The publication, titled ' A Design Guide: Building Tomorrow's Rural Communities...
A toolkit has been produced to help businesses and organisations in rural areas recruit and retain staff and become employers of choice. Developed from research in the Derbyshire Peak District funded by the National Innovation Centre for Rural...
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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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