Rural Services Network responds to consultation on Adult Social Care Charging Reform
CONSULTATION ON ADULT SOCIAL CARE CHARGING REFORM – DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDING 2023-2024.
£883 million shortfall in rural economy
The Mid Devon Advertiser reports that farmers in the South-West are being warned of ‘economic shock’, as research by the Countryside and Community Research Institute (CCRI) predicted that the rural economy would lose up to £883 million between now and 2027
Britain’s lowest-paid workers say finances have never been worse
The Guardian reports that almost 80% of the UK’s lowest-paid workers say they are now facing the toughest financial squeeze of their lifetimes, according to new research by the Living Wage Foundation
‘Lifeline’ High Peak bus service is saved
The Buxton Advertiser reports that the 358 service, which runs from Hayfield to Stockport, via New Mills and Marple, was in danger of being lost as part of a major revamp of services, as government funding given to bus companies through the Bus Recovery Grant ends in October
Rural homelessness focus of important study
Reminder to Housing Associations, Local Authorities or organisations that work with housing and homelessness – please take part in this important survey to help us understand and tackle the hidden issue of rural homelessness. RURAL HOMELESSNESS is an unseen crisis in the countryside, driven by limited access to services and an absence of affordable homes. The extent […]
RSP Member – Citizens Advice Hull & East Riding
At Citizens Advice Hull & East Riding (CAB) we provide free, confidential, impartial and independent advice and information on a wide range of subjects. These include debt, money advice, benefits, employment, housing, relationships and family, consumer, travel, tax, health, immigration and discrimination problems. Our advice can be accessed through face to face meetings, over the […]
Rural Economy Spotlight – September 2022
A quarterly bulletin facilitated by your membership of the Rural Services Network highlighting a selection of current rural economic development news, issues and opportunities Rural England Prosperity Fund launched Rural businesses and communities are set to benefit from up to £110 million of funding allocated by the government under the ‘Rural England Prosperity Fund.’ Described […]
