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.

04 Nov 2019

Ofcom backs mast sharing to improve connectivity

The Financial Times reports that the telecoms regulator Ofcom has backed a plan for the sector to share masts and build new towers in remote areas in order to tackle...

28 Oct 2019

RSN Statement – 4G coverage target delayed by Government

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...

21 Oct 2019

Spotlight on a digitally connected countryside

The RSN is calling on government to produce a fully funded, comprehensive rural strategy. In this strategy there are a number of areas which we believe are linked, and need...

14 Oct 2019

Subsidised broadband for rural communities

Some of the hardest-to-reach rural places in the UK are now eligible for government funding towards the cost of installing gigabit-capable* broadband to homes or businesses when part of a...

14 Oct 2019

Lord Foster: Rural Britain has been ignored for too long

Chair of the Lords Rural Economy Select Committee Lord Foster of Bath has argued this week in Politics Home that the Government needs to implement a comprehensive rural strategy. He...

23 Apr 2019

Phones boxes adapted to provide 4G coverage

Engineering and Technology magazine reports that phone boxes in Cornwall are being adapted to provide 4G mobile coverage on Vodafone to users in the area. Coastal areas typically have poor...