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Cornwall expands face-to-face Community Gateway support to reach thousands more people

Cornwall’s Community Gateway is increasing in-person outreach alongside its telephone service, with at least 50 additional people a week expected to receive face-to-face help.

THE TEA · 31 August 2026

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Rutland opens another round of small grants for projects tackling rural isolation

Grassroots groups in Rutland can apply for £500 to £2,000 for projects supporting volunteers, wellbeing, vulnerable residents and stronger rural communities.

Rutland · 28 Aug 2026
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