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MPs have voiced concern that bank branch closures are devastating local communities. The issue was debated in the House of Commons on Thursday (30 June) following a motion proposed by Chester MP Chris Matheson . Continued bank...
Significant challenges must be overcome to bring superfast broadband to rural areas, a council leader has warned. Roy Perry, leader of Hampshire County Council, said thousands more residents were set to benefit from the rollout of superfast broadband...
RENEWED effort is required to ensure that the final 5% of premises have adequate broadband connections, says the Rural Services Network. The government's proposed "right to request" superfast broadband connections was disappointing, said the network in response to...
RURAL local authorities are seeking assurances that they won't be worse off after the UK voted to leave the European Union. Rural people voted to leave the European Union in greater numbers than the national average, according to...
RURAL businesses have pledged to work together to create opportunities following the UK vote to leave the European Union. The Country Land and Business Association said it was confident in the ability of farmers and other rural businesses...
The Federation of Small Businesses conducts a quarterly economic survey. Our analyses of its findings provide an insight into the rural situation. RSN analysis of the FSB Quarterly Economic Survey (February & May 2012) - LEP Results - Analysis...
This analysis studies the importance of the pub industry to rural authorities The importance of the pub industry to rural authorities - Analysis User Guide...
THE government has granted more time for refining National Health Service plans which criticis say threaten to marginalise rural communities. North Yorkshire County Council had raised concerns about Sustainability and Transformational Plans (STPs) which will become the funnel...
PUBLIC transport plays a vital role in connecting rural residents with local services in Scotland, says a report. Rural passengers north of the border face daily challenges getting from A to B using local bus services, it says....
Will devolution open up opportunities for rural economic growth and regeneration? Jessica Sellick investigates. As part of plans to rebalance the economy, Government is keen to devolve powers to regions. With regional devolution gathering pace – and deals...
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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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