Author: <span>Richard</span>
13 Jan 2026
RSN Voices Serious Concerns Over ‘Fairness’ Of Settlement
The Rural Services Network has serious concerns over the new ‘fair and transparent’ Local Government Funding formula. Our analysis shows that in 2026-2027, the most urban councils will receive 41%...
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12 Jan 2026
NRCN Publishes Annual Report 2025
The National Rural Crime Network (NRCN) has published its Annual Report 2025, setting out a year of progress in raising the profile of rural crime and strengthening the case for...
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12 Jan 2026
ONS Review Of Local Data Raises Questions For Place-Based Policymaking
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has indicated it is reviewing the scope, sequencing and frequency of some sub-national statistical outputs as part of a wider programme to prioritise its...
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12 Jan 2026
RSN Member Exclusive Seminar: Rural Net Zero
Wednesday 28 January | 11:00–13:00 | Online We’re pleased to kick off our 2026 programme of RSN member-exclusive seminars with our first session of the year, taking place on Wednesday...
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12 Jan 2026
Lords Report Warns UK Is Unprepared For An Ageing Society
A new report from the House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee has warned that the UK is significantly underprepared for the economic and social impacts of an ageing population. The...
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12 Jan 2026
New Pothole Ratings Shine A Light On Rural Road Challenges
A new government map showing how well councils are tackling potholes has put local road maintenance firmly back in the spotlight. Published by the Department for Transport, the interactive map...
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12 Jan 2026
Over 100 Rural Mobile Masts Upgraded To Improve 4G Coverage
The government has announced a major milestone in improving mobile connectivity across rural Britain, with more than 100 mobile masts now upgraded to provide 4G coverage from all major mobile...
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12 Jan 2026
Opportunity: Creative Youth Development Producer (Time to Shine)
Rural Media is recruiting a Creative Youth Development Producer through the Rank Foundation’s Time to Shine Leadership Programme. This is a 12-month, full-time paid role for someone unemployed or underemployed...
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12 Jan 2026
Grant Funding Available To Help Pubs Add New Services And Activities
Pub is The Hub may be able to offer grants of up to £6,000 to publicans in rural, remote, or deprived areas, who want to offer additional services and/or activities in their...
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12 Jan 2026
New Website Invites Visitors to Discover South Staffordshire
A brand-new website has launched, shining a light on the wide variety of days out, attractions and eateries on offer in South Staffordshire. Discover South Staffordshire features everything visitors need...
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