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Rural Vulnerability
The Patients Association is carrying out work to advance health equity by addressing social determinants of health for people living with cancer and blood disorders. The Patients Association has found that...
Citizens Advice and Southern Gas Network (SGN) have formed a partnership in order to provide Dorset residents with access to free energy advice. The Dorset Energy Advice Partnership, has enabled the funding of an Energy Advice Bus which was...
The Rural Services Network (RSN) remains steadfast in its mission to confront the unique challenges that rural communities face. We are participating in the National Rural Crime Action Week , currently taking place until 25th October 2024. This week provides...
As we usher in the second annual Community Transport Week, spearheaded by RSN Member organisation, the Community Transport Association (CTA) , it's an opportune time to reflect on the significant strides made in the sector. This year’s theme, "Celebrating...
A report from the House of Lords Library, titled "Rural Communities: Issues and Support," sheds light on various challenges these communities face and the supportive measures needed to address them. This report has been prepared in advance of today’s House...
A recent study has highlighted significant regional disparities in resilience across England, with coastal and rural areas, particularly in the North, showing lower capabilities to withstand and recover from adverse events. This research was led by Health Equity North...
The Environment Agency is urging the public to ensure they are prepared for a flood as the nation marks the annual ‘Flood Action Week’, which this year runs from 14-20 October. This year’s awareness campaign coincides with the...
A recent report from RSN Member, Healthwatch England has highlighted the growing crisis in community pharmacies across England, which disproportionately affects rural areas. Between January and December 2023, 436 pharmacies closed permanently, with a further 13,863...
Age UK has recently published a crucial report revealing that over 2 million older people in England now have unmet needs for social care. This alarming statistic underscores the pressing issue of inadequate support for many in...
The Centre for Homelessness Impact (CHI) and the Rural Homelessness Counts Coalition , chaired by English Rural , have partnered to create a collection of free, non-stigmatising images of people who are experiencing homelessness in rural areas to...
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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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