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Lynn Hinch of ABILITY has been awarded the BBC Great Neighbour award for her years of hard work and dedication to the community providing a lifeline, affordable bus service that is open to all in West Northamptonshire and North Oxfordshire....
Is there anyone in your network who would be interested in becoming a Terrestrial TV Champion or joining the Broadcast 2040+ coalition? Broadcast 2040+ is seeking individuals and organisations passionate about protecting terrestrial TV and radio services, which...
LRSN are looking for energetic, flexible, and outgoing individuals with experience of working with young people to deliver our exciting new project Fit for the Future. No two days are the same at LRSN, so if you are looking...
There’s lots to learn about the Peak District’s cultural heritage this month at special open days across the national park. Heritage Open Days is England's largest community led festival of history and culture, involving thousands of local volunteers and...
The National Innovation Centre for Rural Enterprise (NICRE) will present findings on how language can help or hinder the case for rural investment at the Rural Services Network’s (RSN) National Rural Conference 2024 . NICRE, a supporter...
A set of recommendations to modify geographically-targeted initiatives such as Enterprise Zones and Investment Zones to better unlock the economic potential of rural businesses has been produced from research commissioned by the National Innovation Centre for Rural Enterprise (NICRE)....
In an exciting new initiative aimed at fostering collaboration within the agricultural sector, over 80 farmers gathered for the inaugural "Shed Talk" event. Supported by the National Farmers' Union (NFU) , this event served as a platform for farmers...
Healthwatch North Yorkshire is seeking to understand the barriers that prevent the farming community in North Yorkshire from accessing health services. By gathering insights through an online survey, the initiative aims to improve healthcare services and resources tailored to...
Farmers across the UK are being urged to participate in the ongoing UK Farm Assurance Review . This crucial review, jointly initiated by the National Farmers' Union (NFU) and the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB)...
National homelessness charity Crisis has partnered with Rural Services Partnership Member, Community Heartbeat Trust (CHT), one of the UK’s leading resuscitation charities, to provide Crisis’ Skylight centres with defibrillators. The new defibrillators will...
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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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