Rural Services Network supports national awards for parish and town councils

The Rural Services Network is pleased to announce that it will be supporting the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) Star Council Awards this year to celebrate the hard work and dedication of the local (parish and town) councils sector.
‘Growing support’ for the Keep Us Tuned In crusade to protect television

A huge response to the Daily Express Keep Us Tuned In crusade is increasing pressure on ministers to protect traditional TV services
Detailed report exploring the cost-of-living crisis in rural areas released

The All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Rural Business and the Rural Powerhouse has released a detailed report exploring the cost-of-living crisis in rural areas and investigating the extent of the ‘rural premium’
Farming community urges “Speak out to Help Out”

Farmers and smallholders who may be facing potential problems this winter must “Speak out, to help out”
Police and partners hold rural crime summit

The Dorset Echo reports how Dorset Police joined with forces with partner agencies from across the South West to come together for the first time to discuss a joint approach to tackling rural crime in the region