Rural residents face banking challenge
Rural residents find it harder to get to a bank and tend not to be able to use online banking, says the Financial Conduct Authority The latest FCA report puts the spotlight on the financial situation of people across the UK – and highlights where in the UK people may be more vulnerable. It finds notable […]
Spotlight on older people – June 2018
This newsletter is provided by the Rural Services Network News from RSN More support needed for Rural Dementia People with dementia in rural communities are increasingly isolated, says a charity. The Alzheimer’s Society issued the warning as it launched a new guide urging individuals and organisations in rural communities to address isolation for people with […]
Framework could ease broadband provision
An updated wayleave framework could speed up the roll-out of rural broadband while ensuring fair treatment for landowners. The updated national Rural Communications Agreement was developed by the Country Land and Business Association and the National Farmers Union. Announced at the CLA Connected Countryside conference on Tuesday (19 June), it includes advisory rates of payment for the […]
