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26 May 2026

MPs Raise Concerns Over Rural Access To Banking Services

MPs from across the political spectrum have urged the Government to review how banking hubs are assessed and delivered, warning that rural communities are being…

26 May 2026

Heart Of The Community: Somerset Pub Transforms Into Vibrant Village Hub

A once empty Somerset pub is bursting back to life by diversifying to become a thriving community hub complete with a village store, café, library,…

18 May 2026

What The King’s Speech Means For Rural Areas

The King’s Speech sets out the Government’s legislative programme for the year ahead, outlining the Bills and policy priorities Ministers intend to bring before Parliament

18 May 2026

Households Continue To Feel Cost Of Living Pressures

A newly published House of Commons Library briefing has highlighted how households across the UK are continuing to feel the lasting effects of the cost-of-living…

18 May 2026

New AI-Powered GOV.UK Chat Tool Launched

A new AI-powered tool designed to help people access government information and support more quickly has been launched through the GOV.UK app.

18 May 2026

Housing Voices Sought On Council Reform

Housing professionals across England are being encouraged to take part in a new survey exploring the impact of local government reorganisation (LGR) on housing services,…

18 May 2026

Tougher Measures Planned To Tackle Waste Crime

A series of new reforms aimed at cracking down on waste crime, including stricter checks on waste carriers and tougher penalties for illegal dumping, has…

18 May 2026

New Mental Health Strategy Launched

The Department of Health and Social Care has launched a new cross-government mental health strategy for England, alongside a call for evidence to help shape…

18 May 2026

Review Into Access to Face-to-Face Banking Services

A new independent review into access to face-to-face banking services across the UK has been launched amid concerns about the impact of bank branch closures…

15 May 2026

New Report on Patient Experience

The Patients Association has published its latest Patient Experience report, highlighting how people are experiencing care across the NHS.