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The public will be invited to help shape the future of adult social care in England as part of a major national conversation being launched by the Casey Commission later this summer. Speaking at the Local Government Association Annual Conference,...
A new manifesto setting out the case for greater investment in rural and coastal regions was launched by Britain's Leading Edge at last week's Local Government Association (LGA) Conference. The Britain's Leading Edge Manifesto 2026 argues that predominantly rural areas...
A new interactive Bus Mapping Tool from the Campaign for Better Transport is providing a detailed picture of where bus services are falling short across England and Wales, helping identify communities most in need of improved public transport. Using a...
TUESDAY 14 JULY 2026 Oral Questions: To the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Health and Social Care questions will cover a broad range of NHS and public health issues, including improving children's health, maternity care, cancer detection...
As Rural Housing Week shines a spotlight on the need for more affordable homes, the Rural Services Network is calling for a broader conversation about the role housing plays in the future of rural communities. Affordable housing is about far...
Launched for Rural Housing Week, the free guide warns villages risk being “written out” of plans that will shape housing for a generation Rural communities across England are being given the tools to shape how housing decisions are made under...
As part of National Rural Housing Week, the National Housing Federation is highlighting the growing need for affordable housing across rural England and the vital role it plays in sustaining rural communities. Affordable homes help people remain in the communities...
The Government has announced further reforms to the Treasury's Green Book, aiming to ensure investment decisions better reflect the needs and opportunities of communities across the UK. The Green Book sets out how government assesses whether major projects represent value...
The last time the infrastructure of rural touring was researched was before the pandemic and a lot has changed since then. The University of Warwick’s Vishalakshi Roy and Melanie Stavrou share the preliminary findings of their new research. Rural touring...
Nominations are now open for the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) Star Council Awards 2026/27, the only national awards dedicated to recognising the achievements of England's parish and town councils, along with the councillors, clerks and organisations that help...
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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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