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28 Oct 2024
Groundbreaking Research on Affordable Housing Delivery in Rural England
A new study reveals critical factors affecting rural affordable housing supply and proposes solutions. Trent & Dove and Rural Housing Solutions have published a new report, “There’s a Will—Here’s the...
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28 Oct 2024
Community Ownership: A Growing Movement That Is Bucking The Trend
Community-owned businesses are growing in number and remain a robust, sustainable model, according to research published this week by Plunkett UK. According to Plunkett’s Community Ownership: A Better form of...
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28 Oct 2024
Rural Services Network to Monitor Impact of Upcoming Budget on Rural Communities During Budget Week
As Budget Week commences, the Rural Services Network is preparing to analyse the impact of the upcoming budget announcement on rural communities. Ahead of the official release, the government has...
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21 Oct 2024
RSN Spotlight: Unpacking the House of Lords Debate on Rural Priorities
Last week in the House of Lords, a pivotal debate unfolded, focusing on the priorities for rural communities – an area of significant interest and concern for us at the...
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21 Oct 2024
Rural Services Network Collaborates on Urgent Housing Reform
In a significant collaborative effort, the Rural Services Network, alongside several key organisations, has sent a joint letter to Matthew Pennycook MP, the Minister of State for Housing, Communities and...
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21 Oct 2024
Rural Crime Action Week: Join Us in Strengthening Rural Safety
The Rural Services Network (RSN) remains steadfast in its mission to confront the unique challenges that rural communities face. We are participating in the National Rural Crime Action Week, currently...
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21 Oct 2024
Opportunities For North East Rural Economy Spotlighted
The opportunities presented by regional devolution and the Government’s emerging programme of work to further recognise and unlock the potential in the North East rural economy were spotlighted at an...
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21 Oct 2024
Infrastructure Taskforce Launch: Balancing Growth and Rural Potential
The launch of the British Infrastructure Taskforce by Chancellor Rachel Reeves MP last week, signals a promising shift in the UK’s approach to infrastructure investment. With an emphasis on collaboration...
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21 Oct 2024
Navigating Rural Challenges: Insights from Monday’s Planning Seminar
Yesterday the RSN hosted a Rural Planning Seminar. With over 70 members from across the RSN and Rural Services Partnership (RSP) membership attending, the event emphasised the collective dedication to...
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15 Oct 2024
Government Announcements at the International Investment Summit: What They Could Mean for Rural Communities
The International Investment Summit, held yesterday, brought forward a series of significant government announcements that signal a new direction for the UK economy. The Prime Minister’s speech emphasised the central...
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