More support needed for rural dementia
People with dementia in rural communities are increasingly isolated, says a charity. The Alzheimer’s Society issued the warning as it launched a new guide urging individuals and organisations in rural communities to address isolation for people with dementia, take action and better support people affected in their area. It comes ahead of Dementia Action Week […]
Fly-tipping powers start to bear results
New powers are helping to combat the illegal dumping of waste in the countryside, says the Environment Agency. It comes after a 200-tonne tipper lorry linked to illegal waste activity across the West Midlands was seized and crushed by police and agency officials. The vehicle was detained after months of surveillance and intelligence gathering as […]
