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27 Jan 2026
Local Government Finance Settlement Analysis
The Rural Services Network carries out individual analysis of Local Government Funding Settlement on behalf of Local Authorities that have a ‘Sparse Membership’ of the…
27 Jan 2026
RSN Presses Government On Rural Funding
The Rural Services Network has written directly to Alison McGovern MP, Minister of State for Local Government and Homelessness, setting out our concerns about the…
27 Jan 2026
APPG Chair Writes To Minister On Rural Funding Settlement
Following last week’s Annual General Meeting of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Rural Services, the Group’s Chair, Sarah Dyke MP, has written separately to…
27 Jan 2026
Five Questions To Ask Your MP Ahead Of The Local Government Settlement
With decisions on the local government finance settlement expected next week, now is a crucial moment for rural communities to make their voices heard. MPs…
27 Jan 2026
Committee Report Examines The First 1,000 Days Of Life
The House of Commons Health and Social Care Committee has published a new report, First 1000 Days: a renewed focus, examining how effectively England is…
27 Jan 2026
Plans Announced To Improve Access To Cancer Care Across England
The government has announced a package of measures aimed at reducing geographical inequalities in cancer care, with a particular focus on improving access to specialists…
27 Jan 2026
National Design Guidance Updated To Shape Future Neighbourhoods
The government has published updated national design guidance aimed at raising the quality of new housing developments and creating neighbourhoods that are healthier, safer and…
27 Jan 2026
Councils Granted Election Delays To Complete Reorganisation
The government has confirmed it will bring forward legislation to postpone local elections for a number of councils undergoing local government reorganisation, citing the need…
19 Jan 2026
APPG For Rural Services Sets Priorities For The Year Ahead
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Rural Services held its Annual General Meeting at Westminster last week. The meeting brought together MPs and Peers to…
19 Jan 2026
Digital Landscape Overhaul Needed To Boost Connectivity And Drive Growth
Britain risks falling further behind global competitors unless persistent gaps in mobile and broadband coverage are tackled and the digital landscape overhauled, parliamentarians warn in…
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