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12 Oct 2026
Devolution Was Unofficial Theme Of Labour Party Conference
Written by Kerry Booth Chief Executive, Rural Services Network While ‘Hope again’ was the official badge of the Labour Party Conference, Devolution, felt like the…
12 Oct 2026
SEND Funding Brings Relief, But Rural Delivery Matters
Funding to reduce historic SEND deficits will ease pressure on council finances. For rural families, the key test is whether approved plans lead to better…
12 Oct 2026
Rural Independent Advisory Group Gives Voice To Rural Communities
The views of rural communities across Essex are being represented at the new Essex Police Rural Independent Advisory Group. Fourteen people from various rural backgrounds,…
12 Oct 2026
Rural Community Transport: Keeping Communities Connected
A lift to a medical appointment, a journey to college or a trip to meet friends. In rural communities, being able to make that journey…
12 Oct 2026
One In Four Children Wait A Year For Community Care
More than one in four children waiting for community health services in England have been on the list for at least a year, according to…
05 Oct 2026
Rural Households Face 74% Heating Oil Rise As Winter Approaches
Rural households that rely on heating oil are facing sharply higher costs as winter approaches. New analysis from Action with Communities in Rural England show…
05 Oct 2026
Rising Social Care Costs Increase Pressure On Council Services
Rising social care demand is placing growing pressure on council finances and the wider services communities depend on. Official Government figures show that English councils…
05 Oct 2026
How Rural Councils Are Preparing For Flooding
From volunteer flood watchers to groundwater alerts, a new collection of case studies shows how parish and town councils are helping rural communities prepare for…
05 Oct 2026
Get Involved In Community Transport Week 2026
Community Transport Week returns from 12–16 October, offering an opportunity to celebrate the services and people who help communities stay connected. Organised by the Community…
05 Oct 2026
Almost £10 Million Announced For Community Food Projects
DEFRA has announced almost £10 million in funding to help 45 communities across England improve access to healthy, affordable food. Each recipient local authority will…
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