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The Rural Services Network is the national champion for rural services and aims to give rural a strong voice. The RSN often responds to Government Consultation with a rural response. We have responded to the Consultation on adult social...
The Mid Devon Advertiser reports that farmers in the South-West are being warned of ‘economic shock’, as research by the Countryside and Community Research Institute (CCRI) predicted that the rural economy would lose up to £883 million between now and...
The Guardian reports that almost 80% of the UK’s lowest-paid workers say they are now facing the toughest financial squeeze of their lifetimes, according to new research by the Living Wage Foundation Liz Truss has averted a further increase...
The Buxton Advertiser reports that the 358 service, which runs from Hayfield to Stockport, via New Mills and Marple, was in danger of being lost as part of a major revamp of services, as government funding given to bus companies...
Reminder to Housing Associations, Local Authorities or organisations that work with housing and homelessness - please take part in this important survey to help us understand and tackle the hidden issue of rural homelessness. RURAL HOMELESSNESS is an...
The government has launched a consultation to gather views on the broad social or environmental purposes of the English portion of dormant assets funding. The public consultation follows the passage of the Dormant Assets Act 2022 earlier this year,...
The Evening Standard reports that the Lib Dems have warned that families in rural communities are set to be hardest hit by a “tsunami” of soaring energy costs. The party says new research suggests those in rural areas living...
The Telegraph reports that more than a million households stand to benefit from Liz Truss’s promise to provide support to homes that rely on heating oil. While homes that are connected to the national grid have benefitted from price...
Farming UK reports that the new prime minister, Liz Truss, must go further than any previous administration and 'truly level-up' the rural economy. The new government should include the rural economy at the 'heart of government policy in these...
To recognise and celebrate the community-businesses and their volunteers that go that extra mile to help their communities Plunkett Foundation is launching its annual Rural Community Business Awards. Across the UK a growing number of 800 community-owned businesses are...
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Amid reduced public spending, fair resource allocation across regions is crucial. Despite a population larger than Greater London, rural areas receive significantly less funding for essential services, even though delivering these services in rural areas is more expensive.
Economic growth is widely acknowledged as essential for national wealth and prosperity and is a priority for political parties. Rural economies, employing millions and home to a higher proportion of small businesses, have potential for growth if barriers are removed.
Rural residents face distinct healthcare challenges, including limited access to transport, longer distances to medical facilities, an aging demographic, housing inadequacies, digital connectivity gaps, and difficulties recruiting health and care workers.
Rural communities are grappling with a severe affordable housing crisis, marked by high house prices, a lack of affordable housing, elevated living costs, and lower incomes, threatening their sustainability and vitality.
Transport is vital for the quality of life and economic health of rural areas, yet it faces challenges such as infrequent public bus services and less Government funding compared to urban regions.
Rural areas, encompassing a substantial portion of England's population and land, play a pivotal role in combating climate change and achieving the net zero target.
In an increasingly digital world, the lack of robust digital infrastructure in rural areas severely limits access to crucial services and stifles economic growth.
A future-focused vision for rural communities involves not just building the right homes in the right places but also ensuring thriving, sustainable communities.
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