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Two rural councils have teamed up with two national park authorities in a bid to persuade youngsters to continue living in the countryside. Arts Council England and the Heritage Lottery Fund have awarded Craven and South Lakeland District Councils...
MPs have called on the government to ensure rural communities are not disadvantaged in the delivery or quality of public services. The call was made during a debate on Wednesday (6 June) opened by shadow policing minister Louise Haigh...
Ways of delivering more affordable rural housing will be discussed at a major conference in London next month. With the theme Saving Rural Communities, the 2018 Rural Housing Conference is aimed rural housing associations, local authorities and stakeholders. ...
Rural businesses say the government's review of national parks could fuel economic growth in the countryside. But countryside conservation campaigners argue that ensuring landscapes remain properly protected should be a government priority. The review – which could see...
Rural residents have little more than a week left to have their say in a major new survey about crime in the countryside. The National Rural Crime Survey aims to determine the true personal, social and economic cost of rural crime and...
Land Rover Defenders and luxury 4x4s are being stolen to order in a countryside crime wave, says rural insurer NFU Mutual. Theft claims relating to the vehicle are up 14% since iconic model went out of production in January...
The importance of rural bus services has been highlighted by an award to find Britain's most scenic route. More than 15,000 bus passengers across the UK voted for their favourite bus journey in a survey sponsored by Bus Users...
Rural leaders have warned that the government's draft National Planning Policy Framework could worsen the provision of affordable housing in the countryside. Nine organisations – including the Rural Services Network – raised the issue of rural housing in a...
County councils say it is increasingly difficult to fund free school transport for rural pupils because costs are ten times higher than in neighbouring cities. New analysis from the County Councils Network (CCN) show that the average costs for...
Prompt and effective action is needed to deal with the serious issue of rural crime, says the National Farmers Union. It comes as new figures from the Home Office show that agriculture-related crime and anti-social behaviour has risen over...
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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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