Winning The Rural Vote: Bridging the Digital Divide In Rural Communities
This week’s edition of our Winning the Rural Vote Campaign shines a spotlight on a cornerstone of modern rural development and prosperity: Bridging the Digital Divide in Rural Communities. In today’s fast-paced, interconnected world, the availability of reliable digital infrastructure is not just a convenience but a necessity.
The Untapped Potential of Rural Exception Sites
The recent report by the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), “Delivering Rural Opportunity,” casts a spotlight on Rural Exception Sites as a promising avenue to mitigate the rural housing crisis.
Uncovering the Silent Crisis: Homelessness Beyond City Limits
Recent groundbreaking research spearheaded by Turning Tides, in collaboration with the Universities of Kent and Southampton, has peeled back the layers on rural homelessness, particularly highlighting the escalating situation in areas like West Sussex.
Tackling the Postcode Lottery of Dementia Diagnosis in Rural England
The recent report from the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Dementia, “Raising the Barriers,” funded by Alzheimer’s Society, reveals a troubling postcode lottery affecting the timeliness and quality of dementia diagnoses across England, particularly in rural and deprived regions. The report highlights a stark reality: where you live significantly influences the likelihood of receiving a timely […]
Addressing the Housing Divide in England’s Counties
The County Council Network’s latest report unveils the critical role counties play in housing over half of the country’s population, highlighting a significant shift towards outright homeownership and private renting
Rural Services Network in the News
Recently, Kerry Booth, Chief Executive of the Rural Services Network, delivered a compelling op-ed in the Daily Express Newspaper. Highlighting the ‘Winning The Rural Vote’ campaign and asserting the crucial role of rural communities in Britain’s prosperity. With a call for political parties to prioritise rural fairness, the piece articulates the urgent need for a comprehensive strategy to address rural challenges. As a general election approaches, this serves as a reminder of the power and potential of the rural vote in shaping the nation’s future.
Bridging the Gap: Oxfordshire’s Leap Towards Enhanced Rural Connectivity
In an era where urban-centric development often overshadows the needs of rural communities, Oxfordshire County Council is steering a course towards inclusivity and accessibility.
