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The Prince’s Countryside Fund (PCF) is inviting applications for grants of up to £25,000 from community projects across the UK, with up to £250,000 available The PCF is interested in projects that will make a difference in rural communities across...
This article has been provided by the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero trusted support partner, Turner & Townsend who are helping Local Authorities through the HUG 2 process, offering a plethora of informative resources on the Home Upgrade...
Community groups supporting people across Eden will benefit from a new grant making fund The new Eden Rural Community Fund, administered by Cumbria Community Foundation, was set up by Eden Housing Association after the sale of its Eden Community...
The Prince’s Countryside Fund is inspired by our vision of thriving family farms and rural communities, encouraged and recognised for their role in creating a sustainable future for the countryside and our whole nation. We are proud to be the...
£3 million available for charities and community groups to support vulnerable energy consumers and reduce carbon emissions through Ofgem Energy Redress Scheme The Ofgem Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Scheme (Energy Redress Scheme) will open for the third funding round...
The Home Upgrade Grant: Phase 2 (HUG 2) is a grant funding scheme of up to £700m launched by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) to help Local Authorities (LAs) provide energy efficiency upgrades and clean heating...
The Prince’s Countryside Fund (PCF) is inviting applications for grants of up to £25,000 from community projects across the UK, with up to £250,000 available The PCF is interested in projects that will make a difference in rural...
Grants The Prince’s Countryside Fund’s Supporting Rural Communities grants programme will open for applications on 1st September 2022. Applications can be submitted via the online portal at www.princescountrysidefund.org.uk/grants and you can book a session to speak...
Grants Online is drawing together a list of grants available to alleviate the current cost of living crisis They have created a dedicated page that aims to list grant makers and grants that can be used by charities, community and voluntary groups...
National charity says £3 million fund announced by government will safeguard the future of many valued rural community buildings Timed to coincide with Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee, the government has committed to supporting over 100 rural...
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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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