Rural Transport
Transport is vital for the quality of life and economic health of rural areas, yet it faces challenges such as infrequent public bus services and less Government funding compared to urban regions.
23 Oct 2023
Community Transport Week: The crucial role of Community Transport services within the wider transport network
Following a successful Community Transport Week, we asked Kevwe Oghide from the Community Transport Association to explain the impact of their work for rural areas: Community Transport services in the...
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23 Oct 2023
Community Transport Week Round up: Myth Busters
As part of Community Transport Week, Better Transport has been busting some common myths about transport. Our favourite is Myth 4: Public transport doesn’t work in rural areas. People who...
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16 Oct 2023
A week-long celebration of the impact of community transport!
Between October 16 and 21, 2023, communities across the UK will celebrate the vital role and inspiring work of Community Transport in helping millions of people to stay independent, participate...
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10 Oct 2023
RSN Chief Exec explains to Labour conference what is needed to get people onto public transport
“It’s simple – we need fairer funding so that rural areas are not left behind in discussions about transport.” The one line I hope everyone at the round table event...
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09 Oct 2023
Transport, health provision, loneliness and a lack of affordable housing top list of concerns identified by rural charities
New research by Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) paints a picture of how organisations supporting rural communities have adapted post pandemic, and in response to the cost-of-living crisis....
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09 Oct 2023
New data reveals that there is just one electric vehicle charger for every ten miles in England’s county and rural areas
A new report from the County Council Network has found that the number of publicly-available electric vehicle charge points in England’s county and rural areas lags far behind major towns...
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09 Oct 2023
PM promises the right investment in transport
Using his speech at the Conservative Party Conference, Rishi Sunak unveiled plans to scrap HS2 and redirect the money to a number of other transport projects. He told the conference...
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02 Oct 2023
Government’s new transport proposals divide opinions
The government’s announcement hailed as a “plan for motorists” has been met with mixed reviews. The “long-term plan to back drivers” details measures which include: Reviewing guidance on 20mph speed...
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02 Oct 2023
New tech to be trialled to boost local connectivity
The government has announced that it is piloting smart street lamps that can house EV charging hubs and boost wireless coverage, including 5G. Cambridgeshire and Oxfordshire County Councils are among six areas in...
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18 Sep 2023
Warning that government must act now to avoid cost-of-living suicide rise in rural communities
A new stark warning from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) reveals the true picture of mental health concerns in rural areas. Following a Roundtable event looking at...
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