Access to Services
16 Sep 2024
Lords Debate Highlights Urgent Need for Equitable Pharmacy Access in Rural Communities
Last week, we featured an article highlighting the Risk of Rural Pharmacy Deserts Threatening Medicine Supplies. This week’s parliamentary debate continued the focus on rural pharmacy challenges, emphasising the need...
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13 Sep 2024
Broadcast 2040+ Campaign: Become a Terrestrial TV Champion!
Is there anyone in your network who would be interested in becoming a Terrestrial TV Champion or joining the Broadcast 2040+ coalition? Broadcast 2040+ is seeking individuals and organisations passionate...
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09 Sep 2024
The Economic Impact of Local Bus Services: A Significant Boost for Rural Communities
Last week, The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) released a new report, “The Economic Impact of Local Bus Services,” highlighting the considerable economic and social value that local bus services...
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09 Sep 2024
Risk Of Rural ‘Pharmacy Deserts’ Threatens Medicine Supplies, New Analysis Reveals
Many rural areas risk being left as ‘pharmacy deserts’ if current pharmacy closure rates continue, new analysis by the National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has found. New NPA analysis of pharmacy closures over the last two years shows...
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09 Sep 2024
The New Buses Bill Will Put Power Over Bus Services Back In The Hands Of Local Leaders
A package of measures to empower local leaders to take control of their bus services was unveiled yesterday by Transport Secretary Louise Haigh – the first stop on the journey...
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09 Sep 2024
National Rural Conference 2024 Sponsor Spotlight: Go Cornwall Bus
As we approach the 2024 National Rural Conference, we are excited to spotlight one of this year’s conference sponsors, Go Cornwall Bus, a crucial provider of public transport across Cornwall...
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02 Sep 2024
Exploring the Future of Early Education
The Early Education and Childcare Coalition (EECC) is launching a new webinar series that will explore the Labour Government’s plans for the future of early education. This series, hosted by...
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27 Aug 2024
RMTG Sounding Board Focuses on Young People
Earlier this month, the Rural Market Towns Group (RMTG) held a sounding board session centered on the challenges and opportunities facing young people in rural communities. The session provided a...
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27 Aug 2024
HMRC Seeks Insights from Self-Employed Individuals in Rural Areas: Help Spread the Word
HMRC is conducting important research to better understand the challenges faced by self-employed individuals in rural areas who may have limited internet access or lack confidence in using computers for...
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19 Aug 2024
Government Announces £800 Million Plan to Deliver High-Speed Broadband to 312,000 Rural Homes and Businesses
Last week, The UK Government announced significant investment aimed at improving digital infrastructure in rural areas, with plans to provide faster broadband to approximately 312,000 homes and businesses across Great...
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