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The spirit of community was celebrated in abundance at the 2024 Rural Community Business Awards hosted by the charity, Plunkett UK , last month. Eight community businesses or individuals from across the UK were crowned winners during the...
Rural touring is leading the way in tackling carbon emissions. Artists, audiences and venues are all playing their part in sustainable touring ecology. The green credentials of small-scale rural productions are highlighted in a new report funded by National...
A new study reveals critical factors affecting rural affordable housing supply and proposes solutions. Trent & Dove and Rural Housing Solutions have published a new report, " There’s a Will—Here’s the Way ," illuminating the...
Community-owned businesses are growing in number and remain a robust, sustainable model, according to research published this week by Plunkett UK . According to Plunkett’s Community Ownership: A Better form of Business report the sector saw...
Healthwatch North Yorkshire is seeking to understand the barriers that prevent the farming community in North Yorkshire from accessing health services. By gathering insights through an online survey, the initiative aims to improve healthcare services and resources tailored to...
An exhibition of seldom-seen nostalgic photographs of Peak District scenes is set to inspire people to think about how places might look in the future and create new pictures to show it. A Peak District Imaginarium will be created...
On 23 September 2024 the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund (formerly known as the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund) and the Warm Homes: Local Grant (formerly known as the Home Upgrade Grant) were announced. Both schemes are now open for applications...
Bringing cash services back to rural communities is what SMEB is undertaking with its payment Cube. Local businesses can sign up to the service and as the Cube is designed to be in a safe and convenient place...
In an era where the price of digital connectivity is too high, a new report by the consultancy group EY sheds light on the potential consequences of forcing a complete switch from terrestrial TV to internet-based broadcasting. The findings reveal...
Community heat refers to local heating systems that provide energy to multiple homes from a central low-carbon source. These systems are designed to reduce fossil fuel reliance, enhance energy efficiency, and empower communities by giving them control over their energy...
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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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