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Internet that reaches the parts others cannot reach!

09 Jan, 2019by Steve NunnBreckland, Broadland, Economy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Great Yarmouth, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, North Norfolk, Norwich, Rurality, South Norfolk, West Norfolk

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 

Combat the winter heating blues with ThinkingFUEL!

21 Nov, 2018by Steve NunnBreckland, Broadland, Great Yarmouth, Housing, News Article, North Norfolk, Norwich, Press Release, Rurality, South Norfolk, West Norfolk

With the colder weather and longer nights upon us, the cost of heating oil is a big worry for many people who live in ‘off-gas’ areas, so a Norfolk charity is encouraging consumers to save money by joining a collective buying scheme.

 

 

Resource: Unlocking the Digital Potential of Rural Areas Report

12 Jun, 2018by Clare FianderReports & Evidence, Rurality

Rural England have published their report on how rural businesses use digital technologies, the benefits of it, challenges to using digital technology and the potential impact if the challenges were resolved.
 

Countryside at a Crossroads Report highlights concerns for rural communities

08 May, 2018by Clare FianderEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Rurality

The House of Lords select committee’s Countryside at a Crossroads report has highlighted the negative impact cutbacks have had on the social and economic welfare of rural areas,

Funding: LIFT Programme - Various deadlines

14 Mar, 2018by Clare FianderFunding, Rurality

WANTED:  Organisations who have project ideas for:

supporting people in rural areas to move into, or closer to work
supporting rural businesses to offer work trials or to train and upskill their workers

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

28 Feb, 2018by Steve NunnArts and culture, Breckland, Broadland, Consultation, Economy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Equality and diversity, Great Yarmouth, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, North Norfolk, Norwich, Press Release, Rurality, South Norfolk, Support for organisations and communities, West Norfolk

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 NunnBreckland, Broadland, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Equality and diversity, Great Yarmouth, Health and social care, Housing, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Mental health, News Article, North Norfolk, Norwich, Older people, Rurality, South Norfolk, Support for organisations and communities, West Norfolk

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

Funding: Rural Community Energy Fund - No deadline

29 Oct, 2017by Clare FianderFunding, Rurality

Two stages of funding are available to renewable energy projects that provide social and economic benefits to the community.

Funding: The Trusthouse Charitable Foundation - No deadlines

25 Oct, 2017by Clare FianderFunding, Rurality

Grants are available to village halls, hospices and community centres working in areas of extreme urban deprivation or remote fragile rural communities. 

Norfolk Community Foundation’s interim Vital Signs: Healthy and Strong Communities report

23 Oct, 2017by Clare FianderInformation, advice and guidance, Reports & Evidence, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities

Norfolk Community Foundation have launched their first interim Vital Signs: Healthy and Strong Communities report which identifies the emerging needs and challenges faced by people living and working in Norfolk. 

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