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Rural Access to Health and Care Services
People with dementia in rural communities are increasingly isolated, says a charity. The Alzheimer’s Society issued the warning as it launched a new guide urging individuals and organisations in rural communities to address isolation for people with dementia ,...
The Rural Services Network has featured in a BBC radio programme looking at difficulties faced by rural people accessing healthcare. Broadcast on Friday (30 March), the whole episode of BBC Radio 4's Farming Today programme on Friday...
Rural communities risk being cut off from the criminal justice system due to court closures, the government has been told. The warning was issued by the National Rural Crime Network (NRCN), which comprises nearly 30 Police and Crime...
A rural resilience group launched by a local council proved to be a lifeline for stranded residents during the snow. The Community Resilience Group was set up by Lincolnshire County Council to help in the delivery of essential...
Farm leaders have stepped up their calls demanding fairer funding for rural police forces. The National Farmers' Union (NFU) said rural communities were being "left behind" despite rising levels of concern about crime. Police funding plans would...
An important initiative to help safeguard vulnerable people is taking place in north-west England. Electricity North West – the company distributing electricity across Cumbria and Lancashire; and United Utilities, the water company for the region, are working together...
Elderly rural residents face a crisis situation because of austerity and poor access to social care, says a report. Called Issues Facing Providers of Social Care at Home to Older Residents in Rural England, the study highlights the...
An unprecedented boom in the elderly population is pushing local services to breaking point, say councils. The number of elderly people in county areas has risen by half a million in just three years alone, according to...
The Plunkett Foundation is highlighting ways to help youngsters overcome isolation in the countryside. It is the latest stage in the charity's #thelittlethings campaign – which aims to shine the a spotlight on loneliness and encourage people...
The government has unveiled new powers to tackle fly-tipping and plans to combat the dumping of illegal waste. New powers will be granted for the Environment Agency to tackle waste crime, said Defra on Monday (15 January). Meanwhile,...
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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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