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Connecting Communities

Connecting Communities is an initiative aimed at empowering and strengthening community ties across the UK. Launched in partnership with The National Lottery, it aims to promote dialogue and support Parliamentarians working to nurture a more connected society – whether that's through combating loneliness and isolation, regenerating town centres, bridging the digital divide, improving transport links, supporting rural areas or boosting economic opportunities and employment at a local level

Articles
The dogs beating loneliness one woof at a time Partner content
Communities
By The National Lottery
The dogs beating loneliness one woof at a time
Thanks to funding from the National Lottery, Wag & Company are providing elderly dog lovers with a dose of canine company in their own homes, in care homes and in hospitals.
Cruel 'no pets' policies on rented accommodation are exacerbating loneliness
Communities
By Andrew Rosindell MP
Cruel 'no pets' policies on rented accommodation are exacerbating loneliness
Pet owners currently face the reality that their family could be torn apart because most landlords in Britain have unnecessary bans or restrictions on pet ownership. As a nation of animal lovers, how can we allow this situation to continue?
Rugby clubs are helping men to tackle life's challenges Partner content
Communities
By The National Lottery
Rugby clubs are helping men to tackle life's challenges
As a presenter at Offload, a National Lottery-funded mental fitness project run by professional Rugby League clubs in Warrington, Salford and Widnes, Kevin shared candid stories from his past and passed on tactics and strategies to manage everyday life.
It is ok not to feel ok. How can we ensure we look after our mental health?
Communities
By Nadine Dorries
It is ok not to feel ok. How can we ensure we look after our mental health?
With Covid-19 cases rising and restrictions increasing in parts of the country, it is crucial to look out for our own wellbeing, and support each other in these testing times.
Helping wild spaces stay open Partner content
Environment
By The National Lottery
Helping wild spaces stay open
The chance to escape the pressures of urban life by spending time in nature is always important, but during the coronavirus pandemic it has become more vital than ever.
We must protect and preserve our community green spaces and ecosystems
Environment
By Philip Dunne MP
We must protect and preserve our community green spaces and ecosystems
Landowners, local authorities and corporates must actively participate in restoring and enhancing our biodiversity whilst considering societal challenges and enhancing human wellbeing.
Helping elderly people to stay connected, learn new skills and get assistance Partner content
Coronavirus
By The National Lottery
Helping elderly people to stay connected, learn new skills and get assistance
National Lottery players have helped The Emerald Centre take care of its elderly members.
The Government must act now to safeguard people with dementia against a second wave of coronavirus
Coronavirus
By Debbie Abrahams MP
The Government must act now to safeguard people with dementia against a second wave of coronavirus
It is vital that we embed dementia-friendly behaviour into our communities.
Dancing away the lockdown blues Partner content
Coronavirus
By The National Lottery
Dancing away the lockdown blues
Taking steps to stay positive: dance helped Becky Rich beat the lockdown blues.
Without the arts, there simply can’t be a recovery
Coronavirus
By Julian Knight MP
Without the arts, there simply can’t be a recovery
If the arts do not recover, our communities could be poorer for years to come.
Keeping our communities safe and connected Partner content
Coronavirus
By The National Lottery
Keeping our communities safe and connected
Thanks to National Lottery players, the South Denbighshire Community Partnership has been able to run key community services that protect those shielding, whilst allowing them to maintain some human contact.
Our high streets and town centres need a new lease of life
Coronavirus
By John Penrose MP
Our high streets and town centres need a new lease of life
Tomorrow’s high street won’t be the same as it is today. What will it look like instead?
Closing the digital divide: nurturing talent online Partner content
Coronavirus
By The National Lottery
Closing the digital divide: nurturing talent online
During coronavirus, community organisation Intercultural Youth Scotland has successfully moved most of its services online, continuing to engage, support and nurture its community of young people in Scotland.
No child’s education should be dependent on their internet connection
Coronavirus
By Siobhain McDonagh MP
No child’s education should be dependent on their internet connection
The closure of schools exposed the digital divide in our society. Lessons must be learnt from the last few months so that our young people do not fall even further behind.
The National Lottery - Connecting Communities across the UK Partner content
Coronavirus
By The National Lottery
The National Lottery - Connecting Communities across the UK
The National Lottery is partnering with The House - to tell the stories of some of the projects that have used National Lottery funding to positively impact their communities, in every corner of the nation. 
Sports clubs play a vital role in our communities, we cannot afford to lose them
Coronavirus
By Alison McGovern MP
Sports clubs play a vital role in our communities, we cannot afford to lose them
Local clubs are clearly rooted in their community – they know what’s needed, how to reach people and how to respond quickly.
Helping to maintain students’ health and wellbeing during lockdown Partner content
Coronavirus
By The National Lottery
Helping to maintain students’ health and wellbeing during lockdown
With schools closed because of coronavirus, the Marjorie McClure Special School quickly set up a programme of activities designed to maintain students’ health and wellbeing during the lockdown, funded by The National Lottery. 
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