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08 Apr 2024

Spotlight on Rural Housing – March 2024

A quarterly bulletin facilitated by your membership of the Rural Services Network and produced in partnership with the Rural Housing Alliance, highlighting a selection of…

02 Apr 2024

Winning The Rural Vote: Bridging the Digital Divide In Rural Communities

This week’s edition of our Winning the Rural Vote Campaign shines a spotlight on a cornerstone of modern rural development and prosperity: Bridging the Digital…

02 Apr 2024

The Untapped Potential of Rural Exception Sites

The recent report by the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), “Delivering Rural Opportunity,” casts a spotlight on Rural Exception Sites as a…

02 Apr 2024

Tackling the Postcode Lottery of Dementia Diagnosis in Rural England

The recent report from the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Dementia, “Raising the Barriers,” funded by Alzheimer’s Society, reveals a troubling postcode lottery affecting the timeliness…

02 Apr 2024

Addressing the Housing Divide in England’s Counties

The County Council Network’s latest report unveils the critical role counties play in housing over half of the country’s population, highlighting a significant shift towards…

02 Apr 2024

Bridging the Gap: Oxfordshire’s Leap Towards Enhanced Rural Connectivity

In an era where urban-centric development often overshadows the needs of rural communities, Oxfordshire County Council is steering a course towards inclusivity and accessibility. With…

25 Mar 2024

Empowering Rural Sustainability: The Net Zero Guide for Village Halls

As members of the Rural Services Network, you’re undoubtedly aware of the challenges rural communities face in achieving sustainability and efficiency. One cornerstone of these…

25 Mar 2024

Diagnostics: The Cornerstone of Modern Healthcare

In the contemporary healthcare landscape, the significance of diagnostic services has never been more pronounced. A recent report by The Patients Association ‘Patient Experience of…

25 Mar 2024

Young People’s Geographical Mobility and Education Outcomes in England

In an exploration of young people’s geographical mobility across English towns and cities, a recent study ‘Geographical Mobility of Young People across English Towns and…

25 Mar 2024

Future-Proofing Rural Health: Navigating Ageing Demographics

In the coming years, England’s rural communities face a significant challenge: an increasingly ageing population that demands a strategic and thoughtful response to healthcare and…