Rural Vulnerability

Rural residents can suffer from Rural Vulnerability, due to a combination of issues such as poor transport, lack of broadband low wages and higher than average house prices. 

The Impact of Rural Pharmacy Closures

Rural communities in England are currently facing significant challenges due to the closures of community pharmacies, a vital resource for healthcare access in less densely populated areas

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Urgent Call for Fair Funding Amidst Deep Cuts

In a determined Westminster Hall debate last week on Government Funding for Local Authorities, concerns were sharply voiced regarding the financial sustainability of rural councils, particularly highlighted by Helen Morgan,

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Rural Vulnerability

Rural residents can suffer from Rural Vulnerability, due to a combination of issues such as poor transport, lack of broadband low wages and higher than average house prices. 

Enhancing Rural Connectivity: Progress and Future Prospects

In a recent parliamentary session, Simon Fell, Member of Parliament for Barrow and Furness, engaged with the Digital Infrastructure Minister, Julia Lopez, about advancing rural connectivity. Highlighting the success of Project Gigabit, Fell noted the significant leap from 6% to over 80% of the UK now having gigabit connections, marking a monumental achievement in digital infrastructure

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BT’s Digital Switchover Programme Adjustments: A Rural Perspective

BT Group has announced a revision to its timetable for moving all customers – consumers and businesses – off the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) and onto digital landlines. The move follows the introduction of a series of improvements to the programme to better protect vulnerable customers and those with additional needs, including telecare users.

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Empowering Rural Communities with Digital Connectivity

In the tranquil settings of rural Britain, there exists a significant challenge that often goes unnoticed—digital connectivity. Ensuring equitable digital access across all areas is a pressing issue, affecting the day-to-day lives and long-term opportunities for those living in the countryside

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The Impact of Rural Pharmacy Closures

Rural communities in England are currently facing significant challenges due to the closures of community pharmacies, a vital resource for healthcare access in less densely populated areas

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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 moment for reflection on the crucial role rural and coastal regions play in our national economy and societal fabric

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Urgent Call for Fair Funding Amidst Deep Cuts

In a determined Westminster Hall debate last week on Government Funding for Local Authorities, concerns were sharply voiced regarding the financial sustainability of rural councils, particularly highlighted by Helen Morgan, MP for North Shropshire

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