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. 

New Cross-Border Rural Crime Campaign Launched

A new initiative aimed at tackling rural crime across county borders has been launched by Crimestoppers in collaboration with several northern police forces, including Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire, Northumbria, Cleveland,

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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. 

Addressing Unmet Needs in Health and Social Care for Older People

Age UK has recently published a crucial report revealing that over 2 million older people in England now have unmet needs for social care. This alarming statistic underscores the pressing issue of inadequate support for many in our aging population, especially in rural areas, where access to necessary services is often limited.

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Unveiling Hidden Realities: New Images of Rural Homelessness

The Centre for Homelessness Impact (CHI) and the Rural Homelessness Counts Coalition, chaired by English Rural, have partnered to create a collection of free, non-stigmatising images of people who are experiencing homelessness in rural areas to help challenge negative stereotypes.

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New Cross-Border Rural Crime Campaign Launched

A new initiative aimed at tackling rural crime across county borders has been launched by Crimestoppers in collaboration with several northern police forces, including Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire, Northumbria, Cleveland, and Durham

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Local Innovation: Community Micro-Enterprises Transforming Rural Care

In the regions of Westmorland and Furness, a groundbreaking initiative has been making significant strides in reshaping local care through the power of community micro-enterprises. Spearheaded by Community Catalysts, the project began in 2022 and has flourished, integrating deeply with local government structures and community resources.

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Addressing Health and Social Care Challenges in Rural England

In the past week, a number of government reports and speeches shed light on the challenges facing health and social care in England. While these documents provide valuable insights and suggest significant reforms, specific references to rural healthcare are notably absent. However, the strategies outlined could still have considerable implications for rural communities.

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Government Introduces Major Water Reform Bill to Tackle Pollution

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has announced the introduction of a landmark piece of legislation aimed at cracking down on pollution by water companies. The Water (Special Measures) Bill, unveiled by Environment Secretary Steve Reed, represents the most significant increase in regulatory enforcement powers in over a decade.

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