purbeck attempted solutions

Question 1

Core strategy (housing)

Answer 1

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1. respect character of Purbeck
2. help with housing
3. protect natural habitat
4. support local communities
5. promote local economy
6. integrated transport system

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small scale
housing targets not achieved with more on waiting list than available housing

Question 2

dorset community transport

Answer 2

facilitate essential journeys to hospital etc. as well as some shopping. £2 for adult and £1 for u18 but u7 are free

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help local children to and from school
small van to go down lanes
help those shop who cant drive
affordable
non profit

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reliant on volunteers
not large capacity
only runs on Tues, Weds and Saturdays

Question 3

National lottery fund

Answer 3

closure of services in village can curtail social interaction for those who cant reach large settlements. national lottery fund gives grants to local arts, sports and community groups. Has helped provide equipment for village halls, build recreation areas etc.

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helps local arts, sport and community groups
Purbeck good neighbours project awarded funding for its volunteer work
helps build community ties

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only available in a few villages
dependent on volunteers
7.33% of houses are 2nd homes