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Isolated, unsupported and unprotected - domestic abuse in rural Britain

31 Jul, 2019by Steve NunnCase Study, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Knowledge Base, Press Release, Reports & Evidence, Rurality

The National Rural Crime Network (NRCN) has published a report into domestic abuse in rural Britain, the result of an 18-month intensive research project.

House of Lords recommends a new approach to the rural economy

08 May, 2019by Steve NunnCase Study, Economy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Knowledge Base, Press Release, Reports & Evidence, Rurality

Successive governments have underrated the contribution the rural economy can make to the nation’s prosperity and wellbeing, according to a major new report from the House of Lords.

Fast broadband needed? There’s a 21st century answer right here in Norfolk

26 Feb, 2019by Steve NunnArts and culture, Children and young people, Consultation, Economy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Equality and diversity, Housing, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Mental health, News Article, Older people, Press Release, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities, Transport and service access, VCSE Sector Leadership Group

Around 92% of locations across Norfolk can receive fast broadband. That’s around 24 Mbps. And Better Broadband for Norfolk is working hard to increase that figure. You can check broadband availability in your area at  www.betterbroadbandnorfolk.co.uk.  That’s if you can get broadband in the first place of course…

Internet that reaches the parts others cannot reach!

09 Jan, 2019by Steve NunnEconomy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, Rurality

A recent press article highlighted the best and the worst of rural broadband provision across Norfolk and Waveney – read all about it at https://bit.ly/2R0WtE9 

With ThinkingWISP you don't have to wait for broadband to come to your door!

28 Feb, 2018by Steve NunnEconomy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Equality and diversity, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, Press Release, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities

Government minister promises superfast broadband for rural Norfolk homes by 2020 - but with ThinkingWISP you don't have to wait two years.

Save money on gas and electricity bills with Big Switch and Save!

19 Dec, 2017by Steve NunnEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Energy Prices, Housing, Information, advice and guidance, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities

Saving money on electricity and gas bills with Big Switch and Save

Norfolk Economic Intelligence Quarterly Report

01 Aug, 2016by Clare FianderEconomy and enterprise, Knowledge Base

Norfolk County Council’s Economic Development Team has produced the Norfolk Economic Intelligence Report, 

In case of emergency - Community Resilience Plans

11 May, 2016by Steve NunnHousing, Information, advice and guidance, News Article, Staying safe and legal

Even though the county has some of the lowest rainfall in Britain, 42,500 homes in Norfolk are estimated to be at risk from flooding.  And we know that coastal erosion threatens the very existence of some homes.  How resilient is your community to these threats and others?

Understanding Devolution in Norfolk

26 Feb, 2016by Anonymous (not verified)Economy and enterprise, Housing, Information, advice and guidance

The 'East Anglia' Devolution Agreement was published by the treasury in March 2016 and signed by 22 of the 23 council leaders in Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire. It outlines how the new combined authority will work and the powers of the new directly elected mayor.

Re-imagining Norfolk - Community Action Norfolk's consultation response

14 Jan, 2016by Anonymous (not verified)News Article, VCSE Sector Leadership Group

Community Action Norfolk's consultation response to the Norfolk County Council Re-imagining Norfolk consultation process

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