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Rural Economy
The Living Wage is calculated according to the basic cost of living in the UK. The following analysis looks at the proportion of employee jobs paid less than the living wage in a chosen local authority area. Analysis of...
The Viable Rural Communities and Economies – Through the lens of the Market Town seminar was held at Harborough District Council on the 19th August 2015 Presentations were as follows: - Lee Byrne (Harborough District Council) – ...
SLOW broadband connections threaten to undermine the rural economy – and can only be fixed by government investment, MPs have been told. Rural leaders briefed MPs ahead of a debate led by Tiverton and...
Employment is crucial for any successful local economy. As such, the below analysis takes a look at a selection of key employment statistics from the Office for National Statistics. Analysis of the labour market in your area - Analysis user...
The Rural Services Network calls upon an incoming Government to: Respect that planning authorities need the flexibility to write and interpret Local Plan policies which can reflect local priorities and circumstances. The shortened NPPF is welcome. Whilst...
Sustainable Tourism Strategies seminar was held in Cheltenham on the 3rd December 2014 Presentations were as follows: - Dr Stewart Barr (University of Exeter) - Transition and the wider environmentransition and the wider environment ...
Bringing together data from the Office for National Statistics, it is possible to build a clear picture of lower average income for those working in rural areas. This has obvious implications in terms of living standards and affordability of housing,...
The risks and opportunities available for business in rural local authority areas can be quite unique from those in urban areas. As a result the rate of new businesses created and the rate of business deaths as a fraction of...
International migration into local authority areas can cause significant debate as to the benefits or pressures this brings to a community. With this in mind, the following analysis looks at short term international migration inflows for your local authority area....
The transition through life from late teen to young adulthood presents a number of choices socially, professionally and academically. For many young adults living in rural areas, the choice to continue education to a higher level brings with it the...
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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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