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13.11.2023
Mobile UK has launched a new survey, asking us to identify how connected we are. The survey asks a series of questions which prompts people to reconsider their usage of digital devices and ultimately their mobile and internet use. ...
06.11.2023
As the Rural Homelessness Counts Coalition , a collective of over 20 organisations committed to eradicating homelessness, we must voice our deep concerns over the Home Secretary’s recent statements and legislative proposals to limit the use of tents...
06.11.2023
Kerry Booth, Chief Executive of the Rural Services Network reflects on the King's Speech, due to take place today. This is the first King's Speech since King Charles became monarch. It marks the start of the Parliamentary year and...
06.11.2023
The Government this week published its response to the EFRA (Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs) Committee report which was published in May. Despite the EFRA Report finding worrying conclusions as a result of its research, the Government has found...
06.11.2023
New research by Plunkett Foundation has shown that community businesses are committed to social and environmental action despite facing multiple challenges which are threatening the economic viability of many businesses UK wide. The recently published report provides a state-of-the-sector...
06.11.2023
The Government is currently consulting on how to improve broadband for Very Hard to Reach Premises. This consultation follows their response in February 2022 to their call for evidence on improving broadband for Very Hard to...
06.11.2023
The National Innovation Centre for Rural Enterprise (NICRE) will shine a spotlight on how businesses in rural areas are responding to the major challenges affecting the UK economy and the policy landscape at an event this month. Following the...
06.11.2023
The Rural Services Network is pleased to be able to invite you to attend our online event focusing on Net Zero as part of Countryside COP. Taking place on 22nd November from 13.30 the event will feature Chief Executive...
30.10.2023
RSN is looking to recruit a new Communication and Media Lead We have a compelling story to tell, and we are looking for someone to bring their energy, ideas, creativity and enthusiasm to our organisation. As the national...
30.10.2023
As the Prime Minster marked one year in office last week, he publicly acknowledged that rural communities deserve fairness in the way they are funded. Fellow Conservative MP, Simon Hoare (North Devon) asked the Prime Minster during a debate...
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HOT TOPICS
Public Sector Funding
The RSN demands fairer funding from Central Government who have historically and systematically underfunded rural areas.
Barriers to Access
The RSN campaigns to help rural residents overcome multiple access barriers to key services which includes poor transport and broadband.
Future of Rural Areas
The RSN is challenging often overlooked rural threats such as chronic underfunding, changes in population and diminishing resources.
Rural Health and Wellbeing
The RSN wants to ensure rural communities have the same access to health care as is currently received in urban areas.
Rural Vulnerability
Rural residents can suffer from Rural Vulnerability, due to a combination of issues such as poor transport, lack of broadband low wages and higher than average house prices.
Rural Housing
The affordability of rural housing to people from a range of ages and backgrounds is key concern for RSN.
Rural Economy
The RSN works to encourage a thriving rural economy in order to help support our rural communities.
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