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The Guardian reports that rural beauty spots and conservation areas are being put at risk by increasing numbers of wild campers leaving behind piles of rubbish and lighting fires – with fears growing that the problem could spread as conventional...
Communities that depend on tourism will receive a major boost from a new £10 million Kick-starting Tourism Package, the Minister for Regional Growth and Local Government Simon Clarke MP has announced Speaking at the Local Government Association’s annual conference,...
TES reports that the Country Land and Business Association (CLA) has called for the countryside code to be taught in schools to help people enjoy the outdoors safely The organisation, which represents 30,000 rural businesses, warns that a lack...
The Daily Mail reports that O2 is working to eradicate mobile signal rural 'not-spots' by extending 4G coverage in 91,000 areas across the UK - including 400 tourist destinations O2 says it wanted to ensure people would have adequate...
The BBC covers news that the Government is considering introducing an extra bank holiday in October around the time of half-term. Patricia Yates, acting head of the UK's tourism agency, Visit Britain, told MPs on Tuesday the industry had...
The Eastern Daily Press reports on calls from countryside business leaders to cut VAT on tourism businesses to five percent to help the rural economy recover from the COVID-19 crisis The idea is one of several suggestions made by...
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 sector Millions of people have had to cancel their...
VAST, untapped potential for rural tourism in Yorkshire Income from tourism in the Yorkshire countryside can be boosted if rural businesses capitalise on a growing desire for authentic experiences. That was the message from Yorkshire Dales marketeer...
ITV reports that a farmer is lobbying to keep her farm in Scotland as an official black spot to attract tourists wishing to go ‘off-grid’. Owners of the farm have asked authorities to prevent the introduction of 3G, 4G...
The Yorkshire Post reports on comments made by Susan Briggs, director of The Tourism Network, in which she said Brexit, a lack of public transport, a shortage of trained staff and the industry’s poor reputation were causing rural firms to...
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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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