The Rural Services Network (RSN) is thrilled to announce the National Rural Conference 2024, happening from 16th to 19th September. This virtual event, accessible via Zoom, is the premier gathering for senior officers, members, policymakers, and rural service professionals. This year, our conference is supported by NICRE and sponsored by BT, NALC and the University of Lincoln.  

Why Attend?

Expert Insights: Hear from industry leaders on critical rural issues.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and share experiences.
Dynamic Sessions: Covering topics like Rural Fair Funding, Economy, Housing, Connectivity, Net Zero, Community Services, Health, and Transport.

Confirmed Sessions:

Rural Fair Funding: Kerry Booth, RSN Chief Executive
Rural Economy & Regeneration: Speakers from NICRE, DHLUC, and Durham County Council
Affordable Housing & Planning: Insights from English Rural and DfT
Rural Connectivity: Presentations from East Suffolk Council, BT, NFU, and Digital Poverty Alliance
Community Services: Sessions with NALC, DEFRA, and RSN
Rural Health & Care: Featuring University of Lincoln, NHS Cornwall & Isles of Scilly and Imperial College London
Rural Transport: Insights from Transport for the North

Stay tuned for more exciting speaker announcements coming soon!

Free Registration!

The conference is free to attend for local authorities in members of the Rural Services Network, and members of the Rural Services Partnership.

To check your organisation’s membership or for any queries, contact events@sparse.gov.uk. Joining instructions will be sent out a few days before the event.

Don't miss this transformative event shaping the future of rural services. Secure your spot now and be part of the conversation driving rural innovation.

Join us in making a difference for rural communities!