Cost of Living Crisis
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 debt related issues. The debt that the majority of those clients are seeking our specialist support […]
Renewable rural energy: heating options for rural homeowners on the 2026 deadline
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 decarbonise rural energy? Liquid Gas UK considers the solutions. In the ‘Heat and Buildings Strategy’, […]
The Patients Association’s Patient Partnership Week
At the Patients Association we’re championing patient partnership because we believe when patients work with the health and care system, outcomes for patients are better. Over the next three years, we want to make patient partnership the normal way patients and health and care professionals work together. Why we believe partnership is better for patients […]
The Prince’s Countryside Fund’s farming programmes now open to support farmers and family farm business across the UK:
Founded by HM King Charles III in 2010 while he was The Prince of Wales, The Prince’s Countryside Fund (PCF) is the only UK-wide charity that empowers small family farm businesses and rural communities. The PCF is inspired by those that live and work across rural Britain and is recognised for its commitment to creating […]
Cost of living crisis – a perfect storm for increase in rural homelessness
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 results from the research – which was jointly commissioned by rural advocates, including several housing associations and the National Housing Federation – found that 88% of participating […]
Harrogate-based Pub is The Hub chief executive presented with top accolade
John Longden, the chief executive of Harrogate-based Pub is The Hub, has been presented with an Industry Champion Award for the organisation’s work in helping pubs to diversify to support local communities. The award was presented by trade association the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) at its annual dinner in London on 12th October 2022. […]
Closing the digital divide – how the Shared Rural Network will help rural communities
The challenges associated with having poor mobile phone reception are all too familiar to many of those living in rural areas. Mobile technology and connectivity have become a necessity no matter where you live. The ability to quickly access information, work and learn remotely, use online services, and stay connected with friends and family, are […]
Lack of public appreciation contributes to loneliness in farming
A lack of public appreciation for farmers and understanding of the work they do and the pressures they’re under contributes to feelings of loneliness, according to a new study published by The Farming Community Network and the University of Exeter’s Centre for Rural Policy Research. The researchers explored the causes of feelings of isolation and […]
NALC publishes the 2022 edition of Points of Light
The 2022 edition of Points of Light has been published by the National Association of Local Councils (NALC), highlighting local (parish and town) councils’ excellent work to support their communities. Points of Light aims to promote good practice and raise awareness of local councils’ work. This year’s edition features examples of facilitating summer activity sessions […]
Devon charity to share the stories of county’s village halls
FIRST EVER VILLAGE HALLS AUDIT BEING UNDERTAKEN BY DEVON COMMUNITIES TOGETHER Independent charity Devon Communities Together is carrying out an audit of Devon’s village halls to understand their stories – from their achievements to their struggles – which will result in a first ever asset map of these vital community facilities. The programme is funded […]
