Important information for vulnerable utility customers
Utility Companies providing Gas, Electricity and Water all keep Priority Services Registers, this is a free service provided by suppliers and network operators and each maintain their own register. These registers are lists of their most vulnerable customers, so that in an emergency affecting their service, they can provide them with additional support. With the […]
Rural Response – Emergency Grants Programme
The Prince’s Countryside Fund is a member of our Rural Services Partnership The Prince’s Countryside Fund is inviting applications for emergency funding from farming and rural community support groups, who are providing assistance to counter the effects of isolation during the Coronavirus pandemic With thanks to Players of People’s Postcode Lottery, groups can apply for […]
Rural petrol stations forced to close
Several news outlets including the Daily Telegraph and ITV Online covered the warning of an increase in ‘fuel deserts’ from a trade association as many petrol stations will be forced to close due to a lack of sales and their businesses becoming unprofitable during the current coronavirus outbreak The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA), which represents […]
Coronavirus – Support and advice for people affected by dementia
The Alzeimers Society is a member of our Rural Services Partnership The Alzheimer’s Society hope that you and your loved ones are safe and well. They understand this is a worrying time for everyone, especially for those affected by dementia. They want you to know that we’re here for you, and we will help you get […]
The remote and rural hospitals at threat from coronavirus
The health publication HSJ reports that the coronavirus outbreak is currently a highly regionalised feature in the UK This means that hospitals in more remote areas, often with older populations more susceptible to serious illness, are more at risk of meltdown when faced with an influx of patients. General hospitals in some rural or remote […]
Extra vigilance needed as coronavirus lockdown triggers surge in fly-tipping
Farmers, landowners and members of the public are being urged to be extra vigilant amidst a spike in fly-tipping caused by recycling centre closures and disrupted bin collection services Councils across the nation have closed down Household Waste and Recycling Centres (HWRCs) in response to the coronavirus lockdown and some have also scaled back rubbish […]
Suspension of regional transport
Several news outlets, including the MailOnline and the Independent, cover news that bus companies including National Express and Megabus are ceasing operations National Express has stopped selling tickets for journeys from 11.59pm on Sunday 5 April until further notice. Megabus services are also ‘temporarily winding down’, with anyone whose journeys have been cancelled receiving refunds. […]
Coronavirus: ‘Stay at home’ plea as Easter holiday starts
People are being warned to stay away from England’s rural beauty spots amid the coronavirus lockdown, despite expected warm weather over this weekend and as Easter approaches, according to the BBC Despite a ‘dramatic reduction’ in tourist visits already, pleas have been issued from the Yorkshire Dales and Peak District down to the south coast. […]
Statement – Supporting the Cultural Sector
Arts Council England is a member of our Rural Services Partnership Covid-19 Joint Statement from Arts Council England and Local Government sector partners: In every community culture helps people live rich and fulfilled lives. Museums, libraries and the arts give people a chance to express and enjoy themselves, and promote strong and prosperous communities. The […]
