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The Observer has reported that the government is to scrap the “Brexit bonus” which would have paid farmers and landowners to enhance nature, in what wildlife groups are calling an “all-out attack” on the environment Instead, Department for Environment,...
The Rural Services Network is the national champion for rural services and aims to give rural a strong voice. The RSN often responds to Government Consultation with a rural response. We have responded to the Consultation on adult social...
The Buxton Advertiser reports that the 358 service, which runs from Hayfield to Stockport, via New Mills and Marple, was in danger of being lost as part of a major revamp of services, as government funding given to bus companies...
Julia Weston, Chief Executive at The Churchill Fellowship writes: "We are very pleased to announce that on Tuesday 13 September we will open for applications for Churchill Fellowships in a range of topical themes, including rural communities. Churchill...
BBC News reports that farms, pubs, and village halls across England will be able to bid for a share of up to £110m funding as part of a new scheme to boost the rural economy. The rural England prosperity...
Stafford Borough Council write “Time is running out for businesses in Stafford Borough to grab a share of a £3 million support scheme.” Borough businesses that did not qualify for Government funded rate relief to help them through the...
Devon County Council has announced the regions farmers will be able to access £2.6million in funding, following the council's successful application to the Farming Resilience Programme The project aims to boost the rural economy by helping farmers to improve...
Oxford Mail reports the government has awarded £12.7million of funding to Oxfordshire County Council for improvements to its bus services The funding will support cheaper fares for under-19s, new rural services, bus priority measures and proposed traffic filters to...
The Prince’s Countryside Fund (PCF) has invested £588,426 in 33 projects across the UK which are helping to create a real future for rural Britain The grants have been awarded as part of two funding streams – Supporting Rural...
The Government has launched a public consultation on what social and environmental causes should benefit from more than £700 million of dormant assets funding in England Currently, dormant assets funding in England is required to be spent on three...
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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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