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Hinterland
In Hinterland this week – some challenging health stories, an interesting reflection on re-wilding, some broadband innovation and finally a big staycation question. Read on... * * * Rewilding 5% of England could create 20,000 rural jobs ...
In Hinterland this week – a lack of rural cash, don’t rush to redeem your right to a takeaway or taxi ride as a reward for being vaccinated in rural England, challenges to come around fuel poverty and furlough, keeping...
In Hinterland this week – we profile the release of the National Food Strategy and the Environmental Justice Commission report. We also think about the gulf in political appointment culture and practice between local and national government and we look...
In Hinterland this week – local authorities in financial trouble, planning challenges, John Lewis and an interesting diversification agenda, mental health problems for rural mums exacerbated by Covid, archaeological challenges and an interesting new job in Wales. * * ...
In this edition of Hinterland - the cost of staycations, the strange and troubled evolution of local food, health inequalities made worse by the pandemic and as we begin to open up some inspirational places to visit for a pint....
In this edition of Hinterland - farm incomes fall, Prince Charles looks to the longer term, leaders frame climate change in local terms and Airbnb provides some salutary and disruptive lessons in the context of the rural housing market ...
In Hinterland this week - a significant focus on lock down and the impact of covid on mental health, pressure on local authority care budgets, dangerous rural roads, pricey broadband and some cheese on toast... * * * ...
In Hinterland this week - hospitality in dispute, nursery wobbles, new local government structure same old problems, fears over the loss of doctors and the pull of nature across the red wall and along the Cornish peninsula. * * ...
In Hinterland this week - rural crime, the impact of covid on mental health, housing and low income citizens and a new rural champion at the head of the “firm.” * * * In this edition of Hinterland:...
In Hinterland this week - the loss of a royal, rural champion, food security challenges, loneliness, Sir Michael Marmot speaks on race, yet more evidence of unaffordable adult social care pressures and city flight via Airbnb * * *...
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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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