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A NEW policing strategy aims to ensure a fair share of resources will combat rural crime in Suffolk. A rural county covering 1500 square miles, Suffolk has over 60 miles of coastline and some designated areas of outstanding natural...
The government has fallen short on a promise to deliver fairer funding for schools, say education campaigners. Proposals for delivering fair funding for schools need substantial revision, says the f40 Group , which has the support of the Rural...
VITAL local services face further cuts – despite forthcoming rises in council tax. Council tax rises in 2017/18 will not bring in enough money to prevent further deep cuts to local services, said the Local Government Association. LGA...
PRESSURE is mounting over government reforms which threaten to drive up rural business rates. The first revaluation of business rates by the government in seven years will see many businesses pay more due to increases in property values. ...
A SHORTAGE of rural GPs is putting patients' health at risk, says the Rural Services Network. The Rural Services Network is backing calls for urgent government action to help recruit more GPs and other health professionals to work in...
POLICING in North Dorset is being restructured to better meet rural needs. Previously, Neighbourhood Policing Teams (NPTs) were organised based on location alone and covered both town and rural areas. Now a new team structure will reflect the...
A BETTER system is needed to meet the social care needs of elderly rural residents, the Rural Services Network has warned. Better funding was needed to address rural social care needs compared to urban needs, said network chief executive...
A shortage of rural GPs has left rural patients in Lincolnshire waiting four-weeks to see their doctor. Government action was needed to help recruit more GPs and other health professionals, said Manjeet Gill, chief executive of West Lindsey District...
A new agreement means more rural residents will be able to bank at their local post office. The deal bring together the Post Office’s existing arrangements with individual banks into a single set of cash and cheque services. ...
POLICE in one of England's largest counties are appealing for volunteers to help tackle rural crime. Cumbria Police and Cumbria's Police and Crime Commissioner hope rural residents will give up a small amount of their time as part of...
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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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