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THE government has pledged to support rural communities through the recession.

THE government's rural watchdog is re-examining the impact of the recession on housing.

LOTTERY money will provide services to help communities cope with the recession.

RURAL areas must not be left behind by superfast broadband, ministers have been told.

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What does the new rural proofing toolkit mean for you? Robert Bullard finds out.

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New 2009 data added to our Rural Services Data Series 2 Jul 2009 | 11:53 am CRC Blogs
We've added some new 2009 service availability data to the website, combining datasets that show where outlets of particular services can be found with postcode…
BMA Scotland Briefing: Dispensing Practices 30 Jun 2009 | 2:00 am RuralGP
We meant to post this link sooner… the BMA’s have recently outlined their position on dispensing practices in Scotland. It appears that the situation may…
Greener Living Fund - mini videos 28 Jun 2009 | 11:45 am Defra Third Sector blog (public beta)
These video clips will give you a snapshot of the projects and people involved in the Greener Living Fund. Thanks to everyone for going along…
Another whistle-stop tour 22 Jun 2009 | 12:36 pm Justin's Blog
Going to #localgovcamp in Birmingham at the weekend has both inspired and motivated me where my blog is concerned. The great people I…

Policing and Crime Bill — Committee (2nd Day) (Continued) (1 Jul 2009) 1 Jul 2009 | 3:45 pm
Lord Brett: The noble Baroness makes an interesting point. I presume that it would depend on the beat patterns in different police forces in different parts of the country, from cities to rural areas. As she rightly says, it may have the result that, if beat officers are not there very often, they may not spot what would be persistent in their proposals in the amendment. The police practice is to issue...