25/10/23 – RSN Seminar: Rural Planning

– To download the Agenda for this seminar click here POST EVENT: PRESENTATIONS Martin Collett, Chief Executive, English Rural, “Rural Exception Sites” Richard Crawley, Programme Manager, Planning Advisory Service, “Biodiversity Net Gain and what it might mean for rural places” Rebecca Phillips, Professional Lead (Planning Appeals), Planning Inspectorate, “Planning appeals in Rural Areas” SPEAKERS To find out more about […]
We are hiring a Communication and Media Lead
Applications for this role are now closed. We are looking to recruit a Communication and Media Lead. We have a compelling story to tell, and we are looking for candidates who will bring energy, ideas, creativity and enthusiasm to our organisation. We are the Rural Services Network, the national champion for rural services, working to […]
Two Generations’ Latest Homeshare Webinar

Chaired by Luciana Berger, CEO of iNHouse Communications, and a former Managing Director at Edelman, where she specialised in health policy, Luciana was previously the Member of Parliament for Liverpool Wavertree and held prominent front bench roles including Shadow Minister for Public Health and Shadow Cabinet Member for Mental Health and was a leading member […]
Unlocking the ‘Magic Ingredient’: How Rural Exception Sites could be the Game-Changer for Affordable Housing in the English Countryside

Article by David Barrowcliff from English Rural Housing Association The allure of the English countryside — its rolling hills, charming villages, and robust community spirit — is undeniable. However, a growing crisis threatens this idyllic vision: the affordable housing crisis. A new study by University College London (UCL) and English Rural illuminates the gravity of the situation and offers […]
White Horse Housing Association’s £2.8 million passive homes project wins approval at open day

WHITE Horse Housing Association’s £2.8 million passive housing project received an overwhelming thumbs up when it was shown off at an open day. The ten new homes at Hook Hollow in Seend Cleeve, which are due to be completed later this year, have been built to rigorous ‘passive haus’ standards – which mean they will […]
Youth Work Week 2023 – Join us in celebrating youth work in every place and space

As an important infrastructure body for the youth sector, we’re delighted to share Youth Work Week publicity packs and upcoming events for Youth Work Week 2023 (6th – 13th November) with you. We hope your organisation will join us in sharing our annual week of celebration, celebrating youth work and youth workers through this year’s […]
Increasing first work experiences in rural, coastal towns with Haven

Youth Employment UK provides a range of accessible careers resources and free online courses for young people to help them make confident, informed decisions about their future and prepare for the world of work. Youth Employment UK has been working with holiday company Haven to help launch early careers outreach projects to help young people […]
A successful harvest building on six years with zero herbicide and insecticide use!

The 2023 season has proven itself to be one of mixed fortunes. Many are struggling with large clusters and large yields but are having to deal with the usual suspects of mildews and Botrytis and with reaching adequate maturity levels. At the same time, others are celebrating a bumper crop! The season started well at […]
Hartpury’s Tech Box Park Fuels Innovation in Agriculture with Exciting New Membership Options

Hartpury is cultivating fresh, innovative business thinking by providing a platform for established businesses and nurturing entrepreneurs to advance their products and services in the agricultural industry. This month, Hartpury’s Tech Box Park is delighted to introduce a range of new membership opportunities at its rural hub just 5 miles from Gloucester. From affordable £20 […]
Proportion of employees in broad industrial groups

This analysis in the Economy Insight series looks at the employment landscape within a chosen local authority area. The analysis shows which industrial sectors are the biggest employers overall , for full time and part time employees, as well as showing the proportions of employees employed in all broad industrial sectors. The analysis shows the […]