Author: <span>Belal Almassri</span>
13 Apr 2026
The Human Impact Of Rural Crime
Stakeholders, policymakers, law enforcement leaders, and rural community representatives came together at the 2026 annual conference hosted by the National Rural Crime Network (NRCN). This formal discussion around the growing challenges of...
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13 Apr 2026
Stronger Partnerships To Support Rural Housing Delivery
Rural Housing Enablers (RHEs) play a key role in bringing forward small-scale affordable housing in rural communities. Acting as independent facilitators, they work with parish councils, landowners, housing associations and...
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13 Apr 2026
Faster Approvals For Clean Energy Projects
The Government has announced measures to accelerate planning and regulatory approvals for two major clean energy projects - Sizewell C and Lighthouse Green Fuels - by appointing the Environment Agency...
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10 Apr 2026
Case Studies from Rural Market Town Group (RMTG) Members
The Rural Services Network would love for you to share your stories and local projects with us so that we can share them with the wider market town group. If your...
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10 Apr 2026
Case Studies from Rural Village Services Group (RVSG) Members
The Rural Services Network would love for you to share your stories and local projects with us so that we can share them with the wider market town group. If your...
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07 Apr 2026
Integrated Transport Strategy Published
The Department for Transport has published Better Connected: A Strategy for Integrated Transport, setting out a long-term vision for a transport system that is “safe, reliable, affordable and accessible” across...
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07 Apr 2026
Questions Raised Over Reach of ‘Pride in Place’ Scheme
Plunkett UK and local campaigners in Cornwall called on the government to provide even stronger support for rural communities during a recent event at The Eden Project.
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07 Apr 2026
Simpler Recycling Rollout Starts
Clear new rules on how households sort their recycling and waste have come into force across England, aiming to end longstanding confusion and support more consistent, streamlined collections.
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07 Apr 2026
Pub is the Hub Support Helps Community Venue Grow
A Llandwrog pub is enhancing its support for local residents by expanding its community facilities to support social connection and accessibility.
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07 Apr 2026
Have Your Say On The Future Of Upland And Grazing Land Use
People living and working across the UK’s upland and grazing landscapes are being invited to share their views as part of a major European research project exploring how land is...
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