It’s a title no city wants, but Norwich has been ranked as the UK’s 10th coldest and dampest housing hotspot, with 14% of residents living in substandard conditions.
A study has shed light on the worst areas for mobile phone signal in Norfolk, revealing significant connectivity challenges in the county's rural communities. Conducted by Streetwave as part of a Norfolk County Council led project, the study mapped network coverage across the county, highlighting areas of ‘poor’ and ‘essential’ signal and identifying mobile signal ‘notspots’ - places with little or no mobile or Wi-Fi coverage.
The UK housing crisis has a continued presence in our headlines, and rural communities are among those feeling the strain the most. These rural areas are facing a growing affordability gap, leaving many residents struggling to find suitable housing. Our Rural Housing Enabler (RHE) Ollie Brice plays a crucial role in addressing these challenges by promoting and developing affordable housing in areas where it’s needed most.
With the Autumn Budget finally announced, many in the voluntary and community sector are looking closely at how these updates will affect the work they do and the people they serve, especially in rural communities. This year’s budget brings with it some new funding initiatives, but also a few challenges, particularly for voluntary sector organisations, already stretched thin by rising costs and demand.
We’re delivering free advice and awareness sessions for consumers, where you can find out how to be more energy efficient by making small changes in the home, and where you can get additional support.
King’s Lynn businesses have an exciting opportunity to become part of the dynamic team driving forward significant regeneration and investment in the town.
Launched earlier this year, the Fund has £700,000 per year available to support local groups and organisations in the North Norfolk and East Anglia region.
From winter 2024/2025, households in England and Wales will no longer be entitled to the Winter Fuel Payment unless they receive Pension Credit or certain other means-tested benefits.
As climate change becomes increasingly evident, the importance of gardens in mitigating its impacts has never been more crucial. Whether your garden is large or small, there are numerous ways to help combat the causes and effects of climate breakdown.
In recent news, the Charity Commission has banned Captain Tom's daughter, Hannah Ingram-Moore, and her husband from serving as Trustees due to significant concerns about The Captain Tom Moore Foundation’s management. This incident reiterates the critical importance of following thorough vetting processes for any newly appointed Trustees.