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.
10 Jul 2024
Digital Landline Switchover
UK landlines are going digital by 2027 Landlines in the UK are going digital, and by 2027 most calls will be made over a broadband line. This is part of...
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01 Jul 2024
Celebrating One Year of the Rural Homelessness Counts Coalition
As we reach the one-year anniversary of the Rural Homelessness Counts Coalition during Rural Housing Week, we want to reaffirm our collective dedication to ending rural homelessness. As a member...
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01 Jul 2024
Rural Catalyst: Tackling Transportation Challenges in Rural Communities
Transportation in rural communities faces a multitude of challenges that can significantly impact residents’ quality of life, access to services, and economic opportunities. These challenges include limited public transport services,...
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24 Jun 2024
Addressing the Childcare Crisis: A Call for Equitable Solutions
A recent report by the BBC reveals a disturbing trend of increasing nursery closures across England, with a staggering 50% rise in the 2022-23 academic year compared to the previous...
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24 Jun 2024
Community Catalysts Revolutionise Care Through the Care Act
Community Catalysts, led by Pip Cannons and Helen Allen, are revolutionising health and social care in hard-to-reach areas through community micro-enterprises. This groundbreaking initiative, highlighted by The Local Government Association,...
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24 Jun 2024
Countryside Transport Matters
The Countryside Matters, was the theme of a panel discussion at the Better Transport Conference taking place last week at Kings College, London. Our Chief Executive Kerry Booth was part...
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24 Jun 2024
Age UK Report Highlights Health and Care Challenges for Over 50’s
A recent report by Age UK, It’s a Struggle to be Seen, sheds light on the difficulties faced by those aged over 50 in accessing health and social care services....
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17 Jun 2024
Joint Appeal to Protect Rural Postal Services
ACRE, Plunkett UK, and the Rural Services Network (RSN) have jointly signed an open letter addressing significant concerns regarding Royal Mail. The letter is directed to the Secretary of State...
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17 Jun 2024
UK landlines are going digital by 2027
Landlines in the UK are going digital, and by 2027 most calls will be made over a broadband line. This is part of an industry-wide change to retire the old...
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17 Jun 2024
Better Transport Week 2024: Charting a Sustainable Future for Rural Communities
Better Transport Week, an annual event dedicated to celebrating and advancing sustainable transport, commenced this week. This focal week highlights the transformative impact of sustainable transport solutions on environmental sustainability,...
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