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The MJ reports that local government officials are expecting a ‘devolution revolution’ after Thursday’s election result During this tenure in office, the Prime Minister has backed further mayoral models and supported extending powers for existing deals. In its...
The rural economy needs more support from the next Government to ensure it does not miss key targets such as climate change, the managing director of Madeleys Chartered Surveyors has said The Shropshire Star covers the comments, which outline...
The Farmers Guardian lays out the rumoured front runners for the Prime Minister’s next Environment Secretary if Theresa Villiers does not remain in the post Whoever assumes the role will have oversight of rural affairs. Brexiteers James Cleverly and...
Regional paper the Shropshire Star reports that business owners are hoping the Conservative majority in Parliament will put an end to the uncertainty ‘that has plagued many businesses’ and ‘impacted on investment plans and contracts’ The article argues that...
Local authorities in Yorkshire have banded together to oppose BT’s plan to remove telephone boxes in rural areas, according to the Yorkshire Post Councils across Yorkshire are calling on BT to keep at least 12 of the 43 public...
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 to be addressed to produce a vibrant rural community. One...
This analysis presents data on childcare provision and inspections using source data from Ofsted. The data shows the situation as at March in the years 2016, 2017, 2018 and as at August in 2019. Select the authority of interest to...
December 2019 Edition News NHS e-health systems 'risk patient safety' Everyone knows this is a problem but this story gives us a timely reminder of the scale of the challenge. It tells us: Hospitals...
December 2019 Edition HEALTH FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES Kay (our Research Lead) has begun a regular process of collating information about funding sources. She is happy for you to email her for more details around this theme of her...
The website Bioenergy Insight reports on comments made by Rural Services Network (RSN) chief executive Graham Biggs on the potential of using biomass as fuel in the UK RSN has announced that it will work in partnership with the...
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Amid reduced public spending, fair resource allocation across regions is crucial. Despite a population larger than Greater London, rural areas receive significantly less funding for essential services, even though delivering these services in rural areas is more expensive.
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.
Rural residents face distinct healthcare challenges, including limited access to transport, longer distances to medical facilities, an aging demographic, housing inadequacies, digital connectivity gaps, and difficulties recruiting health and care workers.
Rural communities are grappling with a severe affordable housing crisis, marked by high house prices, a lack of affordable housing, elevated living costs, and lower incomes, threatening their sustainability and vitality.
Transport is vital for the quality of life and economic health of rural areas, yet it faces challenges such as infrequent public bus services and less Government funding compared to urban regions.
Rural areas, encompassing a substantial portion of England's population and land, play a pivotal role in combating climate change and achieving the net zero target.
In an increasingly digital world, the lack of robust digital infrastructure in rural areas severely limits access to crucial services and stifles economic growth.
A future-focused vision for rural communities involves not just building the right homes in the right places but also ensuring thriving, sustainable communities.
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