Access to Services
19 Nov 2024
Rural Local Authorities Unite for Fair Funding: A Call to Address Rural Challenges
By the Rural Services Network The Rural Services Network (RSN) and 57 rural local authorities across England have united to advocate for fairer funding in the forthcoming Local Government Finance...
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19 Nov 2024
Unveiling the Challenges and Opportunities of England’s Small Rural Towns
Today, on Rural Vulnerability Day, the Rural Services Network (RSN) proudly highlights a groundbreaking report launched by Rural England Community Interest Company (C.I.C.), titled “Socio-Economic Change and Challenges in Rural...
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19 Nov 2024
Government Funding for Bus Services
The government has announced a significant £1 billion investment to boost bus services across England, aimed at improving accessibility and reducing the disparities in bus service quality across different regions....
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19 Nov 2024
Pharmacies Vote to Cut Services in Protest Over Funding Shortfalls
Pharmacy owners across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, including those in rural areas, have voted overwhelmingly to reduce opening hours and halt home delivery services in response to ongoing funding...
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18 Nov 2024
Rural Local Authorities Unite to Demand Fair Funding in Upcoming Local Government Finance Settlement
Fifty-seven local authorities across England have united with the Rural Services Network (RSN) to address the unique financial challenges they face and to advocate for equitable funding in the forthcoming...
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11 Nov 2024
Supporting Equitable Access to Television for Rural Communities
We’re pleased to announce that the Rural Services Network is actively participating in the newly established advisory forum on the future of UK television, led by Media Minister Stephanie Peacock....
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11 Nov 2024
Connecting Communities Around Shrivenham to Health And Wellbeing Services
Neighbouring villages around Shrivenham are benefiting from a new community transport service, supporting residents to live well and independently within their own communities. West Vale Mobility has been developed by...
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04 Nov 2024
Autumn Budget 2024
The Chancellor’s Autumn Budget 2024 presents a critical juncture for rural communities across the UK. As we pore over the details in the comprehensive budget document, the Rural Services Network...
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04 Nov 2024
CQC Report Highlights Urgent Care Gaps in Rural England
The latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) report on The State of Health Care and Adult Social Care in England (2023/24) highlights significant concerns and areas where care must improve to...
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04 Nov 2024
Rural Services Network Urges Government to Rethink Bus Fare Increase in Rural Areas
The Rural Services Network (RSN) is expressing significant concern following the announcement by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to increase the national bus fare cap to £3 until the end of...
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