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Dr Gill Cookson, Chair of Scarborough and Whitby CLP, writes in Left Foot Forward, a left-wing website covering politics, about a new study from the University of Newcastle demonstrating that COVID-19 is a ‘fresh shock-wave’ to already fragile rural economies....
The Leamington Courier, Buxton Advertiser and Farming UK report this week on three initiatives aimed at supporting rural businesses and families during the pandemic Rural businesses in Warwickshire are being urged to take part in the first large-scale survey...
In a bid to help our healthcare professionals, gamekeepers and moorland managers from across the Northern Pennines have joined forces to collect personal protective equipment [PPE] which has been donated to local NHS trusts Many NHS facilities are lacking...
Welcome to the May 2020 Rural Services Partnership Spotlight We are delighted by how many Rural Service Partnership members have submitted stories this month. This jam-packed edition of Spotlight showcases the diverse work undertaken by our member organisations,...
We asked for examples of our rural communities pulling together and have been inundated with responses so far! We featured 10 each week, and this week are pleased to feature 10 more this week! We have been heartened to...
Mixed prospects for rural businesses reported in Hinterland this week. If they need help the new national centre for rural economy and its approaching £4 million of grant funding might be the place to drop in. Warnings about post lockdown...
- Unemployment Claimant Flows as an Indicator of Economic Performance This article compares alternative claimant count flows and the alternative claimant count flows as a percentage of working population, with the top 10 and worst 10 performing...
Meadow Arts is an inspirational contemporary art charity delivering ambitious and accessible projects in unexpected rural places. Meadow Arts believes that excellent contemporary art has the power to encourage new ideas and expand horizons, by making projects that are creative,...
The history of village halls goes back over 100 years. Deborah Clarke, Action with Communities in Rural England’s (ACRE) Rural Evidence and Village Halls Manager considers what the future holds for these important rural community hubs in the wake of...
Coronavirus has been changing everyone’s daily lives. And for people with dementia, their carers and families, it’s been an especially hard time. Alzheimer's Society is here to support anyone affected by dementia. And right now, they need help more than...
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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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