The National Rural Conference 2025

Bookings are now officially open for the National Rural Conference 2025, which will take place online from Monday 15 to Thursday 18 September.
This is the Rural Services Network’s flagship event of the year, bringing together rural decision-makers, practitioners, and advocates for four days of live, interactive sessions focused on the future of rural communities.
Click here to book!

The Safe and Warm Fund launched

Wales & West Utilities & Gas network have launched their #SafeandWarmFund, – a £50,000 pot that community and parish councils, not for profit co-operatives or community interest companies, charities and community groups can apply to.

From food banks to energy efficiency, domestic abuse charities to community transport, it’s there support those on the frontline, helping the most vulnerable stay safe and warm.

The fund opened for applications on 15 June, and all applications must be made by 11:59pm on 6 July 2020. We will let people know if their application has been successful by 18 July

→ Organisations can apply for between £500 and £5000. You can find out more information and apply here