The RSN works to encourage a thriving rural economy in order to help support our rural communities.
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Yorkshire Regional Seminar - Change of date
Unfortunately due to the upcoming General Election we are postponing the 9th of December 2019 Yorkshire Regional Seminar to next year. We will be in touch with a new date and location in due course
A thriving rural economy
08.11.2019
This analysis shows the quarterly fluctuations in estimates of unemployment levels and rates for a chosen member authority over the period July 2011 to June 2019. It also charts the rates for the local authority's associated rural/urban classification average, class...
08.11.2019
- Unemployment Claimant Flows as an Indicator of Economic Performance - Alternative claimant count flows (August 2019) - Alternative claimant count as percentage of working population (June 19)...
04.11.2019
Recently released data from the Government shows broadband speeds for every constituency in the country Click on the link below and type in your constituency to see your data. → Compare you broadband speed here It...
04.11.2019
Kent Live covers the news that more than 100 requests for free-to-use ATMs have been made across the UK It comes after The Community Access to Cash Delivery Fund announced that it was taking requests for free-to-use ATMs in places with...
04.11.2019
Members of North Yorkshire’s Rural Commission have launched a call for evidence as part of its first inquiry The Darlington and Stockton Times reports that the independent panel will first investigate farming, agriculture and the environment as part of...
04.11.2019
04 November 2019 Below is an RSN review of last week's rural related politics as well as a look forward to the week ahead: Last week in politics (28 October - 3 November) On Saturday 26th,...
30.10.2019
This analysis in the Economy Insight series draws on the Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings to examine the difference between hours worked and earnings between those working full time, part time, for male and for female workers in a...
29.10.2019
This analysis in the Economy Insight series looks at the number of people that are claiming unemployment related benefits as a proportion of the population that is working age (16 to 64 years old). The analysis uses the Alternative Claimant...
28.10.2019
Poor mobile connectivity is a significant issue for many rural residents and businesses The Rural Services Network is therefore pleased that agreement has been reached for more mast sharing between mobile network operators as a means to improve the...
28.10.2019
Following criticism from MPs, Barclays has reversed controversial plans to stop cash withdrawal services from post offices, reports the City AM The Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Committee was due to hear evidence from Barclays bosses on Friday...
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Public Sector Funding
The RSN demands fairer funding from Central Government who have historically and systematically underfunded rural areas.
Barriers to Access
The RSN campaigns to help rural residents overcome multiple access barriers to key services which includes poor transport and broadband.
Future of Rural Areas
The RSN is challenging often overlooked rural threats such as chronic underfunding, changes in population and diminishing resources.
Health and Wellbeing
The RSN wants to ensure rural communities have the same access to health care as is currently received in urban areas.
Vulnerability
Tackling a collection of circumstances which leaves many rural residents vulnerable is a key issue for the RSN.
Housing
The affordability of rural housing to people from a range of ages and backgrounds is key concern for RSN.
Economy
The RSN works to encourage a thriving rural economy in order to help support our rural communities.
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