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20 May 2024
New Powers to Revitalise High Streets and Fill Empty Shops by Summer 2024
New powers for communities to regenerate high streets and fill empty shops will be in force by the summer, the government announced last week. High Street Rental Auctions, a new...
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20 May 2024
The Impact of Local Area Coordination
The recent multi-site evaluation of Local Area Coordination (LAC) in England and Wales, funded by the National Institute for Health and Social Care Research and conducted in collaboration with leading...
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13 May 2024
The Urgency to Safeguard Rural Education and Services
The recent closure of St Hilda’s Primary School in Ampleforth marks a concerning trend for rural communities in North Yorkshire. As the 34th rural primary school to close in the...
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13 May 2024
Pioneering Community Shop Opens in West Sussex
Woodgate Community Shop Opening – Credit: Andrew Ogilvy Photography A pioneering community-owned shop, placed at the heart of Thakeham’s Woodgate development near Pease Pottage in West Sussex, has opened its...
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07 May 2024
Bridging the Digital Divide: Enhancing Rural Digital Inclusion
In an increasingly digital world, rural areas in England still face significant barriers to digital access and inclusion. “The Economic Impact of Digital Inclusion in the UK“, a report recently...
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07 May 2024
Unlocking Potential for National Prosperity in Rural England
This past Bank Holiday weekend, while numerous families ventured to the serene landscapes of England’s rural and coastal areas, it marked not just a period for relaxation but also a...
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01 May 2024
Pub is The Hub works in partnerships to support pubs and rural areas
Pub is The Hub has been working in collaboration and partnership with a range of organisations to support rural pubs, publicans and their communities with different activities. A new gardening...
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29 Apr 2024
Fairer Funding Needed for Rural Councils Amidst Urban Financial Crises
Rural councils across the UK are facing increasing financial strain, as demonstrated by the alarming trend of selling public assets to cover revenue shortfalls. A recent BBC report reveals the...
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22 Apr 2024
The Impact of Fines on Log Burner Users in Rural Communities
Recent regulatory measures in South Gloucester, as recently reported by The BBC, including fines for certain log burner uses, have sparked a significant debate, especially within rural communities. These regulations...
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08 Apr 2024
Royal Mail Proposes Major Service Overhaul Amid Financial Struggles
Royal Mail has announced a proposed overhaul of its service, aiming to address the challenges of plummeting letter volumes and financial losses. The proposal includes maintaining a six-day-a-week delivery service...
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