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The cost of crime in rural areas could exceed £800m – dwarfing earlier estimates, suggests a survey. The National Rural Crime Network (NRCN) surveyed more than 17,000 people living and working in rural areas throughout England...
England's rural communities are being urged to rise to the challenge of devolution and secure a sustainable future. Rural challenges include supporting growth and overcoming barriers to infrastructure investment, said Neil Clarke, chairman of the District Councils Network....
Surgeries in rural regions are in crisis because it is difficult to recruit GPs, senior doctors have warned. Doctors told the BBC that the way surgeries are funded favours practices in towns and cities – and the situation...
The Rural Services Network (RSN) is encouraging members and supporters to respond to a government consultation on funding rural policing. The RSN is supporting a ' rural policing matters ' campaign by the National Rural Crime...
A NATIONAL campaign has been launched to highlight the importance of rural policing. The "Rural Policing Matters" campaign was launched by the National Rural Crime Network on Monday (1 September). NRCN research due to be published...
POLICE have launched a scheme aimed at encouraging horse riders to volunteer to help fight rural crime. The Sussex Equine Rangers partnership seeks to promote collaboration between Sussex Police and local riders to tackle crime in the countryside...
THE government's Rural Productivity Plan falls short when it comes to broadband, say rural business leaders. The 10-point plan - which aims to help "unleash" the potential of rural areas - was launched by the government...
Rutland is leading the way for fibre broadband, with a higher take-up rate than any other county. Latest figures from the Digital Rutland partnership reveal fibre broadband is already being used by more than four out...
CORNWALL has become the first rural authority in England to secure new powers to control local services. Under the terms of the "devolution deal", Cornwall will have greater powers over areas of public spending currently controlled by London...
The government's Productivity Plan to boost rural growth falls short when it comes to broadband, say campaigners. Called " Fixing the Foundations: Creating a more prosperous nation ", the plan aims to secure rising living standards. ...
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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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