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The BBC report that more support is needed for homes relying on heating oil or Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), according to councillors in Oxfordshire The government is giving off-grid energy consumers an extra payment of £100, but there are...
The Yorkshire Post reports that the war in Ukraine and the cost-of-living crisis have compounded issues brought to light in last year’s landmark Rural Commission report Now, 12 months on, the chairman of the North Yorkshire Rural Taskforce, Richard...
BBC reports that the price of diesel at UK pumps has gone above £1.90 for the first time in nearly three months The amount motorists pay has fallen significantly from the record highs seen at the start of July,...
Farming UK reports that Rishi Sunak, the new Prime Minister, will face 'significant and complex' issues according to rural campaigners It comes as farmers across the UK have been struggling for the past 12 months with severely increased costs,...
At Citizens Advice Hull and East Riding we are seeing the impact that the continuing cost of living crisis is having on members of our community on a daily basis. Locally, we supporting hundreds of clients each month with...
In its bid to reach net zero, the government set a target to electrify heating for off-gas grid properties by 2026. But what are the options for rural homes - and how can we adopt a fair, practical approach to...
New research being conducted by the University of Kent and the University of Southampton has found that the cost-of-living crisis and the critical shortage of affordable homes has increased rural homelessness. Interim...
We know it’s a difficult time for many households in the North West due to the cost of living crisis. We really don’t want you to be worried about your water bill payments so please get in touch with us...
The BBC reports that many rural households are worrying about heating their homes this winter as the price of oil increases The government has promised £100 to support people who use heating oil, but no details have been announced....
Lincolnshire Live reports that organisations helping local residents deal with the rising cost of living will be granted £65,000 towards 'warm banks' and a mobile food shop for rural areas, with a total of £22,000 going towards a 'mobile community...
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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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