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Rural Vulnerability
Rural residents can suffer from Rural Vulnerability, due to a combination of issues such as poor transport, lack of broadband low wages and higher than average house prices.
Citizens Advice has published a new report, The Full Package: What Consumers Need from a Changing Postal Service , providing detailed insight into how people across England and Wales use letters, parcels, and post offices — and what...
At Current Rates, Clearing Rural Social Housing Waiting Lists Would Take 89 Years. A pioneering partnership between housing and homelessness organisations has launched a report to make the case to scale up Housing First approaches in...
In communities across England, families in desperate need of affordable housing are now facing waits that stretch decades—often far beyond their children’s upbringing—for a family-sized (3+ bed) social home. Analysis released by the National Housing Federation ...
The imminent transition from traditional analogue phone systems to digital landlines has stirred significant concern among rural MPs, as highlighted in a recent parliamentary debate. Led by Damian Hinds MP, East Hampshire, the discussion explored the complexities and challenges that...
In the latest fuel poverty update from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero , a concerning pattern emerges in England's rural communities. These areas are grappling with the highest rates of fuel poverty at 12.3%,...
Every child should have a loving, secure home, but when it comes to housing, children get a raw deal.’ A recent report by the Children's Commissioner has highlighted the profound impact of housing instability on children's...
Last week, the National Rural Crime Network (NRCN) successfully hosted its second Annual Conference. Hosted at the Institute of Directors in London, the Conference brought together government officials, policymakers, academics, law enforcement officials, private sector businesses and other...
The recent report by the Transport Committee , " Access Denied: Rights Versus Reality In Disabled People's Access To Transport ," reveals a stark disconnect between the legal and policy frameworks intended to ensure transport accessibility for disabled people...
Rural families across Great Britain are facing a deepening crisis in childcare, according to the latest findings from the 2024 Childcare Survey conducted by Coram Family and Childcare . As costs escalate and availability plummets, the need...
As digital advancements continue to reshape our world, the preservation of terrestrial television remains crucial for maintaining social cohesion and inclusivity across the country. This issue was highlighted in the recently launched report by the Digital Poverty Alliance ,...
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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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