Join Us for the National Rural Conference 2024!

The Rural Services Network (RSN) is thrilled to announce the National Rural Conference 2024, happening from 16th to 19th September. This virtual event, accessible via Zoom, is the premier gathering for senior officers, members, policymakers, and rural service professionals

RSN Hosts Successful BT Digital Switchover Information Sessions

The Rural Services Network (RSN) is pleased to share that we held two highly successful BT Digital Switchover information sessions last week. These exclusive RSN membership events engaged over 260 delegates, including representatives from town, district, and county councils across rural areas in England, as well as our partner organisations.

Centre of Excellence Launched to Transform Health and Care of Older Residents

The Rural Services Network is pleased to highlight a groundbreaking development in the healthcare landscape of Humber and North Yorkshire. The local NHS has announced the launch of a Centre of Excellence for Frailty, a dedicated initiative aimed at revolutionising the health and care services for older residents across the region.

Government Announces First Steps to Reform Water Sector

Last week, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Steve Reed, announced a series of measures aimed at resolving the ongoing crisis in the water sector. As Ofwat publishes its draft responses on water company spending, these new measures signify a major shift after years of inadequate regulation. The goals are to curb […]

RSN Chief Executive, Kerry Booth Discusses Fair Funding on BBC Farming Today

We are pleased to share that this week, our Chief Executive, Kerry Booth spoke with Anna Hill on BBC’s Farming Today programme. In her segment, Kerry addressed the crucial topic of fair funding and its implications across various aspects of rural life, including housing, employment, health and care, and planning

Archaeology event for families in the Peak District National Park

A free event for families who are fascinated by how people lived in the past is being provided by the Peak District National Park at Castleton Visitor Centre on Friday 26 July. The drop-in event will include archaeological fun and activities for all the family to learn about the archaeology of Castleton and the Peak […]

Young person in LPG awards open for nominations

An industry awards programme, which recognises talented young individuals in the LPG sector, has opened for nominations this June.  Organised by trade association Liquid Gas UK, and proudly sponsored by Vaillant, the annual initiative returns for its fourth year for those aged 35 and under who are making a significant impact in the LPG and […]