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HOUSE prices rising faster than incomes are forcing people in their thirties to move out of the countryside. The "stark demographic shift" was laid bare by new figures unveiled by the National Housing Federation . Over the...
A NEW chief executive is being sought by Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) following its restructuring earlier this year. The £50k-a-year role is to lead the charity, which is the umbrella body for 38 county-based local...
RURAL youngsters are at a much higher risk behind the wheel than their urban counterparts, reveals a study. Rural young drivers are 44% more likely to be involved in an injury-causing collision, it found. The study was...
RURAL residents have more savings than their urban neighbours, reveal the latest figures. Measured across all regions of England and Wales, the average rural savings balance is £9,435 – some 17% higher than the urban balance of £8,060....
RURAL crimefighters could win £1000 by helping to keep countryside communities safe. The Country Crime Fighters Awards is a nationwide competition to recognise innovative examples of crime prevention in the countryside. The competition is run by rural...
A MIXED picture of rural life is painted by the latest statistics published by DEFRA. The 2013 Statistical Digest of Rural England includes details about a range of social and economic subject areas. The latest edition of...
Click on your authority to access the information available at ward and parish level This information and analysis has been made available solely for areas where their local district or unitary authority is a paying member of the Rural...
THE final share of a £20m funding pot to alleviate homelessness has opened for bids. Housing minister Mark Prisk called on the voluntary sector, social enterprises and homelessness charities across the country to bid a share of the...
Up to £500,000 of new funding has been made available through one of the country's leading rural charities. The Prince's Countryside Fund opened its latest round of grant applications for projects that will have a lasting positive effect...
The impartiality of the BBC's coverage of rural areas of the UK is to be examined by a special review. Announced as part of the BBC Trust's annual work plan , it is the latest in a rolling...
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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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