Pressure is mounting on the Government to safeguard digital terrestrial TV

Pressure is mounting on the Government to safeguard digital terrestrial TV (more commonly known as Freeview) and aerial radio services until at least 2040
MPs say poor transport to mental health services causing crisis in rural England

The Guardian reports the lack of transport to mental health services is causing a crisis in England’s rural communities, MPs have said.
Bus £2 fare cap extended to end of October

The BBC reports that the £2 cap on bus fares in England has been extended again until the end of October, the government has announced.
One million cancel broadband as living costs rise

The BBC report that up to one million people cancelled their broadband in the last year because of the high cost of living, a survey by Citizens Advice suggests.
Taskforce to transform older people’s housing underway

Work to boost suitable housing options for older people kicked off today, as a government-appointed taskforce met for the first time in London.
Homes England launches it next 5-year Strategic Plan

The Government’s housing and regeneration agency unveiled its next five-year Strategic Plan on the 16th of May, setting out how it will support communities and families by enabling the delivery of more good quality, affordable homes alongside the regeneration of towns and cities across England.
National Rural Crime Network Conference – 27th June 2023

The National Rural Crime Network will be hosting its first Annual Rural Crime Conference on 27th June 2023.
Transport East Rural Mobility Survey Results Dashboard

Over November and December 2022, Transport East ran a survey with local parish councils to help understand the unique challenges and opportunities facing rural communities across the Transport East region.