Author: <span>Richard</span>
20 May 2024
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Hotels Vote for ‘Tourist Tax’
As reported in the Press, The first coastal ‘tourist tax’ in the UK is set to be introduced in Dorset, targeting visitors to Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole from July 1st....
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20 May 2024
Farms Consider More Direct Sales To Combat Rising Costs
Farms in parts of England are looking to boost income by selling more products direct to customers having been the sector in the rural economy hardest hit by rising costs,...
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13 May 2024
Enhancing Rural Health Access: Focus on Mental Health During Awareness Week
During this Mental Health Awareness Week, it is crucial to spotlight the unique challenges faced by rural communities in accessing health and care services. These challenges, ranging from limited transport...
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13 May 2024
The Next Government Must Not Leave Rural Communities Behind
Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) is urging politicians of all persuasions not to forget the needs and circumstances of people living and working in the countryside in the...
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13 May 2024
The Urgency to Safeguard Rural Education and Services
The recent closure of St Hilda’s Primary School in Ampleforth marks a concerning trend for rural communities in North Yorkshire. As the 34th rural primary school to close in the...
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13 May 2024
Pioneering Community Shop Opens in West Sussex
Woodgate Community Shop Opening – Credit: Andrew Ogilvy Photography A pioneering community-owned shop, placed at the heart of Thakeham’s Woodgate development near Pease Pottage in West Sussex, has opened its...
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13 May 2024
RSN Welcomes Members to Its Flourishing Rural Market Towns Group
The Rural Services Network (RSN) is proud to highlight the developments and opportunities within its Rural Market Towns Group (RMTG), a vibrant collective designed to amplify the voice and address...
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08 May 2024
Rural Funding Digest – May 2024
A monthly bulletin facilitated by your membership of the Rural Services Network highlighting a selection of current funding opportunities – Download a printable version of the Funding Digest here The...
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08 May 2024
Current Government Consultations – May 2024
A brief summary of current government consultations of potential interest to RSN members. This is not intended as an exhaustive list of all relevant consultations. – Download a printable version...
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07 May 2024
Invitation to Newly Elected Councillors and Existing Members
In the wake of last week’s local council elections, the Rural Services Network (RSN) extends a warm invitation to all newly elected councillors of our member councils to join our...
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