Rural Economies
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.
20 Apr 2020
Rural Mobile Coverage – The Shared Rural Network
The Rural Services Network believes that a Digitally Connected countryside is vital for the future of rural communities and the growth of the Rural Economy. Improving digital connectivity (both fixed...
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20 Apr 2020
Covid-19 and rural economies
A new briefing note by the Centre for Rural Economy at Newcastle University considers the impact of the Covid-19 outbreak on rural economies and communities. An introduction to this note...
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20 Apr 2020
Public urged to re-book UK rural holidays once COVID-19 crisis ends
Farming UK reports that the public have been urged to re-book cancelled holidays in the British countryside once the COVID-19 crisis is over or else it could ‘cripple’ the rural...
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20 Apr 2020
COVID-19 – Rural business update
The Somerset County Gazette rounds up some of the ways COVID-19 is affecting rural property owners and businesses The article points out that the COVID-19 outbreak has exposed the weaknesses...
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20 Apr 2020
Guidance on how to work remotely
Help for councils on ‘how to work remotely’ The Local Government Association has published a wealth of information on their website, designed to support Local Authorities function remotely during the...
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30 Mar 2020
Share with us your concerns for the Rural Economy during the Covid-19 lockdown
The Rural Economy is home to over half a million registered businesses, which makes up 24% of all of the registered businesses in England. Most registered businesses in rural areas...
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30 Mar 2020
Melton MP calls for tougher action on rising rural crime
The Melton Times reports how Melton and Rutland MP, Alicia Kearns, has been pressing the Government to introduce more stringent measures to combat rural organised crime She secured a Westminster...
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30 Mar 2020
Call for more support for rural firms impacted by coronavirus
On Wednesday, Farming UK echoed calls for the Government to issue ‘rural proofed’ support for businesses in the countryside impacted by the coronavirus Rural businesses, which often differ considerably to...
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30 Mar 2020
Broadband and the road to 5G inquiry
MPs have launched an inquiry into Broadband and road to 5G to examine Government’s pledge to ensure every home and business in the UK has gigabit-capable broadband by 2025 The...
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23 Mar 2020
The Broadband USO formally comes into force
Every home and business in the UK has the legal right to request a decent, affordable broadband connection From 20 March 2020, if you can’t get a download speed of...
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