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Inaugural Meeting of the APPG for Rural Services: A Promising Start for Rural Communities

The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Rural Services, supported by the Rural Services Network as the Secretariat, held its inaugural meeting last week with a clear sense of enthusiasm and purpose. With a full room of MPs eager to advocate for rural communities, the session highlighted both the commitment of its members and the crucial issues they aim to address over the coming year.

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Whole Place Reform Essential for Government’s National Missions

A new report from Localis emphasises the need for comprehensive reforms to help the government achieve its ambitious national missions. The report calls for empowering local leaders to take proactive and preventative approaches to service provision and fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors.

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Addressing Health and Social Care Challenges in Rural England

In the past week, a number of government reports and speeches shed light on the challenges facing health and social care in England. While these documents provide valuable insights and suggest significant reforms, specific references to rural healthcare are notably absent. However, the strategies outlined could still have considerable implications for rural communities.

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Government Introduces Major Water Reform Bill to Tackle Pollution

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has announced the introduction of a landmark piece of legislation aimed at cracking down on pollution by water companies. The Water (Special Measures) Bill, unveiled by Environment Secretary Steve Reed, represents the most significant increase in regulatory enforcement powers in over a decade.

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Join Our Team at the Rural Services Network!

Are you passionate about rural communities and ready to take on a flexible, rewarding role that supports vital rural services across England? The Rural Services Network (RSN) is excited to announce an opening for an Administrative Support Officer, a pivotal position in helping to maintain and enhance the services we provide to our diverse membership.

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