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A CLAMPDOWN against rural crime in Avon and Somerset yielded good results, say police. Dozens of officers across the Avon and Somerset force area took part in an overnight operation to deter and disrupt rural crime on Friday...
A £4m increase in government funding makes little difference to the financial injustice suffered for years by countryside communities, the Rural Services Network has warned. Not all rural local authorities would benefit from the small increase which failed...
PRESS RELEASE For immediate release Friday 13 February 2015 The Rural Services Network [1] has welcomed a £4m increase in government funding for local authorities working with countryside communities but warned that it makes little difference...
The next government is being urged to scrap the 'bedroom tax' in rural communities with fewer than 3,000 people. There simply aren't enough one and two-bedroom properties in the countryside for tenants who want to downsize because they...
TELECOM giant EE has unveiled a £1.5bn investment plan to improve its rural coverage and expand its 4G service. The three-year Rural Investment programme aims to improve coverage for both voice and data services to 90% of the...
A SPECIAL launch event will kick off a £1.4m nationwide campaign to inspire people who want to make a real difference in their rural communities. The free event - due to be held in Darlington on 28 February...
The Active People Survey tracks the number of people taking part in sport at region, county sport partnership and local authority level. We have used the results from the ASP8 to present this analysis that we hope will help our...
THE first dedicated business awards for rural communities across the UK have opened for entries. The Rural Business Awards recognise rural business success across ten categories and range of sectors. Opening for entries on Monday (9 February),...
A YOUTH homelessness charity is appealing for volunteer hosts in the Redcar & Cleveland area. Operated by Depaul UK , Nightstop North East, provides emergency accommodation for homeless youngsters. Hosts across the region work to provide a...
AN URGENT review is needed so church people have more time for mission in rural communities, says a report. The study, Released for Mission, Growing the Rural Church , is being debated by the Church of England...
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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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