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The County Council Network ’s latest report unveils the critical role counties play in housing over half of the country's population, highlighting a significant shift towards outright homeownership and private renting. This shift points to a deepening divide in...
Recently, Kerry Booth, Chief Executive of the Rural Services Network, delivered a compelling op-ed in the Daily Express Newspaper. Highlighting the 'Winning The Rural Vote ' campaign and asserting the crucial role of rural communities in Britain's...
In an era where urban-centric development often overshadows the needs of rural communities, Oxfordshire County Council is steering a course towards inclusivity and accessibility. With the introduction of five new bus routes set to commence later this month,...
As members of the Rural Services Network, you're undoubtedly aware of the challenges rural communities face in achieving sustainability and efficiency. One cornerstone of these communities is the village hall - a hub for gatherings, celebrations, and local events. Recognising...
In the contemporary healthcare landscape, the significance of diagnostic services has never been more pronounced. A recent report by The Patients Association ‘ Patient Experience of Diagnostics Report ’ underscores a critical issue facing the NHS and its patients, especially...
In an exploration of young people's geographical mobility across English towns and cities, a recent study ‘ Geographical Mobility of Young People across English Towns and Cities ’ by the Centre for Subnational Analysis features the intricate relationship between educational...
In the coming years, England's rural communities face a significant challenge: an increasingly ageing population that demands a strategic and thoughtful response to healthcare and social service provision. Insights from the March 2023 Statistical Digest of Rural England ...
The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) released its third Rural Proofing Report last week. The document titled " Delivering Rural Opportunity - The Third Report on Rural Proofing " provides an overview of the Government’s...
In this week's edition of our Winning the Rural Vote Campaign , we delve into a vital component of rural sustainability and prosperity: Achieving Net Zero. As the urgency to combat climate change escalates, the spotlight turns to rural...
In a world where digital connectivity often defines access to essential services, a recent report by Ernst & Young Global Limited, TV Distribution After 2034 , has raised concerns about the future of TV distribution, particularly in rural areas....
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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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