UK Space Agency Launches Satellite Connectivity Projects for England’s Remote Areas
In an ambitious move to enhance digital connectivity in some of England’s most isolated regions, the UK Space Agency, in collaboration with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), has launched a series of projects underpinned by a significant investment of up to £3.5 million in government funding.
Rural Services Network AGM
The Rural Services Network held its Annual General Meeting at the start of December
Rural coverage is improving, but still lags behind
Ofcom has last week published the Connected Nations report for 2024. This report measures progress on the availability of broadband and mobile services across England and the UK.
Local Government Funding
The importance of rural councils coming together was highlighted last week with an urgent meeting called by the Rural Services Network of local authority members.
Experience the Magic of Rural Touring This Winter
Communities across the UK come alive this winter as professional theatre, dance, music, comedy, and storytelling envelop village halls and community spaces.
Three new trustees elected to ACRE’s board
Election of Caroline Cotterell, Sharon Davis and Andrea Graham comes as the rural communities’ charity reviews its strategy
Retrofitting historic and heritage homes – how conservation and retrofit goals can align
Carrying out retrofit measures on historic or heritage properties can be a more complicated process than on newer homes. But the benefits can be substantial. Sophie Norton, Sustainability Consultant at Turner & Townsend, and the RISE subject matter expert for historic and heritage properties explains how.
Rural Economy Spotlight – December 2024
A quarterly bulletin facilitated by your membership of the Rural Services Network highlighting a selection of current rural economic development news, issues and opportunities
