Transport East Summit Calls for Increased Investment
Transport East hosted its 2025 Transport Summit in Ipswich earlier this month, bringing together senior business leaders, MPs, government officials, and transport experts to discuss the critical role of transport in supporting economic growth, regional connectivity, and the delivery of national objectives. The theme for this year’s summit was Transport for a Thriving East, with […]
Government Increases Winter Support for Rough Sleepers
The government has announced an increase to the Rough Sleeping Winter Pressures Funding from £10 million to £30 million. This boost is aimed at helping councils across the country provide immediate support for individuals sleeping rough during the harsh winter months. The additional funding will enable over 280 councils, to expand their resources for frontline […]
Unravelling Household Costs: A Rural Perspective on Child Poverty
As rural communities continue to grapple with the challenges posed by the rising cost of living, households with children are facing increased hardship. The recent engagement work by Citizens Advice for the government’s Child Poverty Strategy highlights the urgent need for a holistic approach to reducing household costs and supporting families in need. For many […]
Efforts to Improve Mobile Coverage in Rural Areas
Norfolk County Council is taking innovative steps to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing rural communities: poor mobile phone reception. As reported by the BBC, the county has faced persistent blackspots in mobile connectivity, impacting both daily life and businesses. In a bid to monitor and improve the mobile phone signal, the council has […]
Parliament Debates Rural Public Services in Adjournment Session
Last week, an Adjournment Debate in Parliament provided MPs with the opportunity to highlight the ongoing challenges facing rural communities, particularly concerning access to public services. The debate, led by David Smith MP (North Northumberland), accentuated the critical funding disparities and service shortfalls that continue to impact rural residents. The Rural Services Network (RSN) played […]
