Rural Digital Connectivity

In an increasingly digital world, the lack of robust digital infrastructure in rural areas severely limits access to crucial services and stifles economic growth.

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21 Oct 2024

Infrastructure Taskforce Launch: Balancing Growth and Rural Potential

The launch of the British Infrastructure Taskforce by Chancellor Rachel Reeves MP last week, signals a promising shift in the UK’s approach to infrastructure investment. With an emphasis on collaboration...

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14 Oct 2024

Addressing Challenges and Enhancing Support for Rural Communities

A report from the House of Lords Library, titled “Rural Communities: Issues and Support,” sheds light on various challenges these communities face and the supportive measures needed to address them....

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14 Oct 2024

Coastal and Rural Areas in England Show Lower Resilience, Study Reveals

A recent study has highlighted significant regional disparities in resilience across England, with coastal and rural areas, particularly in the North, showing lower capabilities to withstand and recover from adverse...

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07 Oct 2024

New Tech Deals Pave the Way for Advances in Cancer Treatment

The Government has announced a series of major investments in cancer research and medical technology, aiming to bolster the country’s life sciences sector and enhance early cancer detection and treatment....

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30 Sep 2024

Progress in Gigabit Broadband Rollout Across Rural Yorkshire

The Rural Services Network (RSN) is pleased to report on the ongoing efforts to bring gigabit-capable broadband to rural communities across Yorkshire, enhancing digital connectivity for households and businesses alike....

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30 Sep 2024

Are you a business or household struggling with poor indoor mobile coverage and connectivity?

Connecting Devon and Somerset’s (CDS) Mobile Boost scheme offers businesses and homes in Devon, Torbay, Plymouth and Somerset vouchers of up to £1,300 towards technology to help improve indoor mobile...

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17 Sep 2024

The National Rural Conference 2024 – Rural Connectivity

The National Rural Conference 2024 is kindly: Supported by: Sponsored by: Sponsored by: Sponsored by: Sponsored by: Sponsored by: Sponsored by: Rural Connectivity Session The Speaker Presentations can be downloaded...

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13 Sep 2024

Broadcast 2040+ Campaign: Become a Terrestrial TV Champion!

Is there anyone in your network who would be interested in becoming a Terrestrial TV Champion or joining the Broadcast 2040+ coalition? Broadcast 2040+ is seeking individuals and organisations passionate...

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27 Aug 2024

HMRC Seeks Insights from Self-Employed Individuals in Rural Areas: Help Spread the Word

HMRC is conducting important research to better understand the challenges faced by self-employed individuals in rural areas who may have limited internet access or lack confidence in using computers for...

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19 Aug 2024

Government Announces £800 Million Plan to Deliver High-Speed Broadband to 312,000 Rural Homes and Businesses

Last week, The UK Government announced significant investment aimed at improving digital infrastructure in rural areas, with plans to provide faster broadband to approximately 312,000 homes and businesses across Great...

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