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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.
Community Catalysts is a social enterprise that works in partnership to make sure that people can be part of strong, inclusive, communities with real opportunities to connect, create and contribute. Since 2009, they have worked with councils, health bodies, and...
On Tuesday, 3 June 2025 the Digital Poverty Alliance (DPA) will host a day of discussion and reflection at the Square Tower in Portsmouth to introduce the next phase of its National Delivery Plan . It will...
Newly released figures from DEFRA ’s Rural Economic Bulletin reveal a stark warning: productivity in England’s most sparsely populated rural areas has fallen to just 84% of the national average , down from 92% in 2001 ....
Citizens Advice has published a new report, The Full Package: What Consumers Need from a Changing Postal Service , providing detailed insight into how people across England and Wales use letters, parcels, and post offices — and what...
As the national voice championing rural services, the Rural Services Network (RSN) is proud to reflect on a year of meaningful progress, advocacy, and collaboration. In 2024/25, we continued to deliver on our mission to ensure that rural communities are...
Quality of Life Foundation has released new guidance, Design Codes for Health and Wellbeing , which has been developed in partnership with the TCPA , along with Tibbalds , TRUUD , and Henley Business School , with support from ...
The imminent transition from traditional analogue phone systems to digital landlines has stirred significant concern among rural MPs, as highlighted in a recent parliamentary debate. Led by Damian Hinds MP, East Hampshire, the discussion explored the complexities and challenges that...
Last week, we were proud to host another of our exclusive member-only seminars—this time focusing on the heartbeat of our work: rural communities . This engaging online event brought together RSN members from across the country and across the rural...
We are thrilled to share that Kerry Booth, the Chief Executive of the Rural Services Network (RSN), was recently featured on the University of Birmingham ’s Future Flight Social Insight podcast. This exciting series aims to spark a national...
As digital advancements continue to reshape our world, the preservation of terrestrial television remains crucial for maintaining social cohesion and inclusivity across the country. This issue was highlighted in the recently launched report by the Digital Poverty Alliance ,...
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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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