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Rural Communities
RURAL insurer NFU Mutual has announced the return of its annual country crime fighters awards. With a cash fund of up to £1,500 available, the awards will help to recognise and celebrate unsung rural heroes by providing them...
Arts Council England says it would welcome engagement with LEPs to explore how funding can support local economic growth. The creative industries, which are worth £71.4 billion to the UK economy, rely on the strength of cultural infrastructure,...
GOVERNMENT proposals threaten to reduce the delivery of much-needed affordable housing in the countryside. The warning was issued by the Rural Services Network in response to a government consultation on a proposed 10-unit threshold for section 106 affordable...
RURAL crime is the subject of a special debate expected to include contributions from police and community groups. The 4Policing consultancy group is facilitating a social media Twitter session on the subject of rural crime on Wednesday, 30...
Councils can bid for a share of £300m in extra borrowing to build up to 10,000 affordable homes, says the government. Local authorities can bid for a share of the money which is being made available through an...
THE government is seeking views on exempting small housing schemes from section 106 affordable housing requirements. The Department for Communities and Local Government is canvassing opinion on proposals to introduce a 10 unit threshold for section 106 affordable...
A national survey highlights what it claims are the rural places with Britain's best quality of life. Britain's best rural areas to live are dominated by the East of England, East Midlands, and the South East, according to...
A £2m tourism campaign aims to support communities affected by recent floods and boost holiday booking ahead of Easter. National tourism board Visit England said it was launching the £2m government funded campaign focusing on business support and...
AN isolated rural community has been awarded £500,000 from the National Lottery. Ennerdale Bridge sits as the gateway to the Ennerdale Valley in the western Lake District, Cumbria. As well as income from farming, it relies on...
VILLAGES and rural residents are benefiting from a £1.2m community fund in Lincolnshire. A range of rural community-owned enterprises are benefiting from West Lindsey District Council's £1.2 million Community Assets Fund. Under four strands, eight enterprises are...
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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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