Rural Communities 2023-03-30
2023-03-30
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Questions & Answers
Q1
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Context
The question is prompted by the need to provide support to rural areas which face unique challenges.
What steps she is taking to support rural communities. Rural businesses in communities are facing significant challenges and require financial assistance, such as Project Gigabit funding and shared rural network funding, to ensure they can thrive.
We are supporting rural businesses with £5 billion of Project Gigabit funding and £1 billion of shared rural network funding. We aim to improve their connectivity so that rural areas can thrive.
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Assessment & feedback
The answer does not provide a specific timeline or additional commitments beyond mentioning existing funding.
Response accuracy
Q2
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The expansion of the National Forest has provided numerous benefits to communities in North West Leicestershire, including job creation and improved infrastructure.
Could the Minister give her advice on how we can continue to expand the National Forest Company to include villages just outside the forest?
I will certainly look into how we can continue to expand the National Forest Company, as requested by my hon. Friend.
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Assessment & feedback
The answer avoids providing a specific plan or timeline for expansion beyond stating an intention to explore options.
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Q3
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The question is prompted by an announcement from the Speaker regarding a new appointment.
Thank you, Mr Speaker, and thank you for the email announcing that the new Clerk of the House will be Tom Goldsmith. I am grateful to be the first to congratulate him.
The hon. Gentleman raises a technical question and I will liaise with colleagues in the Department for Transport to respond to him via email.
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Assessment & feedback
The answer does not address any specific substance of the congratulatory message but indicates that a response will be provided through official channels.
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Q4
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Rural Scottish businesses are facing financial concerns due to the high cost of living, with many postponing investment plans.
According to a survey, nine out of ten rural Scottish businesses have financial concerns and three quarters are postponing investments. Despite previous announcements, can she provide additional support for these struggling communities?
There is a range of support available, including the household support fund and initiatives from the Department for Business and Trade on transitioning to green energy.
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Assessment & feedback
The answer does not specify new measures or additional funding but mentions existing programs without addressing the specific ask for further help.
Response accuracy