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Rural Economies
Economic growth is widely acknowledged as essential for national wealth and prosperity, and is a priority for political parties. Rural economies, employing millions and home to a higher proportion of small businesses, have potential for growth if barriers are removed.
20 Oct 2023
Claimant count
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...
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19 Oct 2023
Average Hours Worked & Earnings
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,...
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02 Oct 2023
RSN backs calls for more support for village pubs
A new report from the independent, not-for-profit think tank, Localis reveals the true social and economic value pubs bring to communities across England. Inn-valuable has looked at both first-hand evidence and...
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02 Oct 2023
Government’s new transport proposals divide opinions
The government’s announcement hailed as a “plan for motorists” has been met with mixed reviews. The “long-term plan to back drivers” details measures which include: Reviewing guidance on 20mph speed...
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25 Sep 2023
Natural England critised for hindering rural businesses
St Ives MP, Derek Thomas has criticised Natural England’s approach to Sites of Special Scientific Interest in his constituency. Speaking in the House of Commons, Mr Thomas told MPs that...
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19 Sep 2023
RSN National Conference 2023: And we are off!
Our annual conference has started with a bang this year thanks to all our fantastic speakers and delegates. Speaking after the second day, RSN Chief Executive Kerry Booth said: “So...
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11 Sep 2023
Barclays becomes the latest bank to close rural branches
Barclays has announced it is to close at least 180 of its branches in the next 2 years, more than a third of its entire UK networks. The news comes...
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11 Sep 2023
New report reveals broadband outages have doubled in last year
A new report from Uswitch, reveals that broadband outages have doubled in the last year. Sky News report that: “Uswitch’s report found 15% of people have been prevented from working...
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11 Sep 2023
Rural Economy Spotlight – September 2023
A quarterly bulletin facilitated by your membership of the Rural Services Network highlighting a selection of current rural economic development news, issues and opportunities Almost time for the 2023 National...
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