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A £150m fund to install affordable heating solutions in fuel poor homes could benefit rural households. The Warm Homes Fund was unveiled by the National Grid and its partner company Affordable Warmth Solutions. It is split in to...
Researchers are keen to hear from people about their experiences of well-being and the countryside. Due to open in October, the issue of rural well-being will be the focus of an exhibition at the Museum of English Rural Life,...
Rural crime is costing farmers as much as £42.5m a year, says a report Farmers have been victims of arson, vandalism and burglary, says the NFU study, launched at Westminster on Monday (17 July). Many have experienced fear,...
A Heritage Action Zone initiative from Historic England is appealing for applications. The organisation says it will "unleash the power" in England's historic environment to create economic growth and improve quality of life in villages, towns and cities. ...
Devon MP Sarah Wollaston has taken the government to task over lack of funding for rural ambulances. Dr Wollaston, who represents the Totnes constituency, told a Westminster Hall debate her concern had been triggered by a number of incidents....
Rural homelessness is a growing problem, affecting a record number of families, says a report. More than 6,000 rural households became homeless last year, according to the Institute for Public Policy Research. Record numbers of rural families are in...
Policy makers, practitioners and academics came together at Chester University for a seminar exploring aspects of rural life in England. The event was organised by the Rural Services Network and hosted by the University's Department of Geography and International...
The price of gas for small to medium sized businesses is set to soar by 2020 as government climate and decarbonisation policies bite, warns rural energy firm Calor. In 2016, government reformed the business energy efficiency system. It...
Urgent action is needed to tackle the impact of austerity on local services, a coalition of 12 national organisations has warned. Unless the government acts, rural areas risk becoming enclaves of the affluent, said the Rural Coalition . ...
LACK of confidence in local planning authorities is perpetuating the rural housing crisis, suggests a study. Developments NEARLY two thirds of rural landowners would build new homes to rent or buy if they had more confidence in local planning...
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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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