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The BBC reports that improvements to a Lake District railway line could massively increase the number of services, according to Cumbria County Council – which has submitted a bid to the government for a "dynamic passing loop" on the line...
ITV news reports that there are increasing calls for more Government support to help boost Cumbria's economy Rural areas are 19% less productive than the national average according to the Country Land and Business Association, and they say closing...
Business Green reports that according to the Royal Society, government ambitions to boost food production, while simultaneously reserving more areas for nature protection and fighting climate change, risks "overpromising" finite UK land, unless efforts are made to tackle disjointed policymaking...
In Hinterland this week – challenged rural radio, a policy agenda with some key thinking about rural social care, challenges facing rural churches, the ongoing tragedy of bird flu, rising energy prices all topped off with buried treasure! * ...
Welcome to the Winter 2023 Rural Services Partnership Spotlight We have plenty of best practice to share from a wide number of our members from across a wide range of sectors. In this edition we feature the ...
Arts project INN CROWD, www.inncrowd.org.uk , who bring high quality live shows to rural pubs and other licensed venues, has become a member of the Rural Services Network. The national project, which is supported by Arts Council England,...
Independent internet provider Airband has brought access to ultrafast broadband to over 220,000 premises since its conception through wireless and fibre broadband solutions. Airband aims to offer high speed fixed fibre internet and a ‘no price hike’...
Earlier this year, we paused the rollout of Digital Voice: BT’s new home phone service whereby calls are made over our broadband network, rather than the analogue network which has existed for more than 40 years. Landlines aren’t going...
Policy announcements by NHS England aim to improve patients’ access to NHS healthcare services. However, the following are just a few examples of how well-intentioned policy can have unforeseen side effects in rural areas. Suggested changes to...
Local mental health services for all in rural Lincs. The dark winter months are known to be some of the toughest for people struggling with mental health issues. Living in rural communities can sometimes make it feel even tougher, but...
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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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