Rural Communities
03 Jul 2017
‘Great concern’ over rural housing
The delivery of affordable homes in rural communities where they are needed is of great concern says the Rural Services Network. The network was responding to a report by the...
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03 Jul 2017
Network supports rural housing plan
The Rural Services Network is backing a five-star plan to increase the delivery of affordable housing in the countryside. Developed by the National Housing Federation in consultation with housing associations,...
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29 Jun 2017
Arts council’s ‘ambitious’ rural investment
RURAL communities will benefit from a share of £170m invested by Arts Council England outside London between 2018 and 2022. Over the next four years, the council will invest on...
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20 Jun 2017
Queen’s Speech ‘must deliver rural homes’
CAMPAIGNERS are calling on the government to “unlock” land to provide more affordable rural homes. The Hastoe Group, which owns and manages over 7,500 homes across southern England, wants ministers...
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22 May 2017
Rail campaign boost for rural tourism
A MAJOR community campaign has been launched to encourage scenic and sustainable tourism by rail. The ‘Scenic Rail Britain’ initiative is the brainchild of the Association of Community Rail Partnerships (ACoRP)...
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11 May 2017
Workshops help residents ‘find their voice’
Older and disabled rural residents are “finding their voice” after teaming up with artists and singing tutors. Yorkshire County Council has teamed up with the Rural Arts initiative to hold...
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09 May 2017
Rural landlords demand energy review
Rural landlords say the government must clarify its plans to review energy efficiency rules for rented homes. The Country Land and Business Association – whose members provide 40% of all...
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05 May 2017
Communities get faster broadband at last
MORE rural communities are signing up to a BT scheme bringing faster broadband to hard-to-reach areas. Through its Community Fibre Partnership programme, BT has made a commitment to help communities...
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04 May 2017
Rural students ‘have Oxbridge potential’
A PILOT scheme aims to encourage more rural students to study at top universities. Oxford University will pilot a summer school this year to help maximise engagement with students from...
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28 Apr 2017
‘Action needed now on rural housing’
Urgent action is needed to provide more affordable homes in the countryside, says the Rural Services Network. The network issued the warning in response to a report by MPs which...
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