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13.06.2018
Rural residents are being encouraged to vote for local community projects that could receive up to £5000 in funding. The money is being made available by the Calor Rural Community Fund , which helps community groups gain funding for...
10.06.2018
The compulsory purchase of farmland at agricultural prices for building will not solve the rural housing crisis, say landowners. MPs on the Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee are looking at the effectiveness of land value capture and powers...
09.06.2018
Two rural councils have teamed up with two national park authorities in a bid to persuade youngsters to continue living in the countryside. Arts Council England and the Heritage Lottery Fund have awarded Craven and South Lakeland District Councils...
09.06.2018
Defra secretary Michael Gove has announced plans to beef up the government fight against illegally dumped waste – much of it in the countryside. A call for evidence launched on Sunday (10 June) will enable people to have their say...
07.06.2018
MPs have called on the government to ensure rural communities are not disadvantaged in the delivery or quality of public services. The call was made during a debate on Wednesday (6 June) opened by shadow policing minister Louise Haigh...
31.05.2018
Ways of delivering more affordable rural housing will be discussed at a major conference in London next month. With the theme Saving Rural Communities, the 2018 Rural Housing Conference is aimed rural housing associations, local authorities and stakeholders. ...
31.05.2018
Rural businesses say the government's review of national parks could fuel economic growth in the countryside. But countryside conservation campaigners argue that ensuring landscapes remain properly protected should be a government priority. The review – which could see...
31.05.2018
Rural residents have little more than a week left to have their say in a major new survey about crime in the countryside. The National Rural Crime Survey aims to determine the true personal, social and economic cost of rural crime and...
30.05.2018
Land Rover Defenders and luxury 4x4s are being stolen to order in a countryside crime wave, says rural insurer NFU Mutual. Theft claims relating to the vehicle are up 14% since iconic model went out of production in January...
28.05.2018
The importance of rural bus services has been highlighted by an award to find Britain's most scenic route. More than 15,000 bus passengers across the UK voted for their favourite bus journey in a survey sponsored by Bus Users...
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Public Sector Funding
The RSN demands fairer funding from Central Government who have historically and systematically underfunded rural areas.
Barriers to Access
The RSN campaigns to help rural residents overcome multiple access barriers to key services which includes poor transport and broadband.
Future of Rural Areas
The RSN is challenging often overlooked rural threats such as chronic underfunding, changes in population and diminishing resources.
Health and Wellbeing
The RSN wants to ensure rural communities have the same access to health care as is currently received in urban areas.
Vulnerability
Tackling a collection of circumstances which leaves many rural residents vulnerable is a key issue for the RSN.
Housing
The affordability of rural housing to people from a range of ages and backgrounds is key concern for RSN.
Economy
The RSN works to encourage a thriving rural economy in order to help support our rural communities.
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