The RSN works to encourage a thriving rural economy in order to help support our rural communities.
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A thriving rural economy
30.03.2020
The Rural Economy is home to over half a million registered businesses, which makes up 24% of all of the registered businesses in England. Most registered businesses in rural areas are small and almost 18% of them have no employees,...
30.03.2020
The Melton Times reports how Melton and Rutland MP, Alicia Kearns, has been pressing the Government to introduce more stringent measures to combat rural organised crime She secured a Westminster Hall debate on 18th March to call for a...
30.03.2020
On Wednesday, Farming UK echoed calls for the Government to issue 'rural proofed' support for businesses in the countryside impacted by the coronavirus Rural businesses, which often differ considerably to those in urban areas, risk being overlooked in support...
16.03.2020
On Monday, the BBC reported that ministers have signed a £1 billion deal with EE, O2, Three and Vodafone to eliminate dead signal zones in rural and remote areas Mobile network operators EE, O2, Three and Vodafone are investing...
09.03.2020
On Thursday regional airline Flybe collapsed after a plunge in travel demand, making the long-struggling airline one of the first big corporate casualties of the coronavirus outbreak Reuters reported that the failure of an airline that connects all corners...
09.03.2020
Several papers including Farmers Weekly and the Yorkshire Post reported on new figures that almost two-thirds of farmers are still waiting for their Countryside Stewardship (CS) money, with three months of the payment window left However the Government agency...
09.03.2020
A quarterly bulletin facilitated by your membership of the Rural Services Network highlighting a selection of current rural economic development news, issues and opportunities Rural Strategy Roadshows press the case for a National Rural Strategy Organised...
02.03.2020
ITV reported on the popularity of community-owned rural shops, run largely by volunteers across the country, amidst national news that high street shops are increasingly shutting down There are now more than 360 co-operative shops across the country, with...
02.03.2020
The Morning Advertiser reported on research from Northumbria University that found there is a strong positive relationship between an increase in the number of pubs and an increase in house prices The research showed that in rural areas, preserving...
02.03.2020
VAST, untapped potential for rural tourism in Yorkshire Income from tourism in the Yorkshire countryside can be boosted if rural businesses capitalise on a growing desire for authentic experiences. That was the message from Yorkshire Dales marketeer...
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HOT TOPICS
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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