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09 Jun 2025
Spotlight on Bank Closures and Rural Communities
Bank closures and their impact on rural communities were firmly in the national spotlight last week, with the issue debated in Parliament and discussed on…
09 Jun 2025
NAO Highlights Weaknesses in Developer Contributions System
A recent report from the National Audit Office (NAO) highlights significant weaknesses in the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government’s (MHCLG) developer contributions system…
09 Jun 2025
New Bill Aims to Strengthen Controls on Second Homes and Short-Term Lets
A new Private Members’ Bill has been introduced to Parliament that seeks to tighten planning rules for short-term holiday lets and second homes. The proposal…
09 Jun 2025
Spending Review: £1bn Call to Tackle Bus Service Gaps
Campaign for Better Transport is calling for an additional £1 billion a year for buses as its analysis reveals four out of every ten wards…
09 Jun 2025
Share Your Rural Housing Stories For The Housing Community Summit
The Housing Community Summit will take place on 8–9 September 2025, bringing together thousands of housing professionals, politicians, and residents to celebrate the sector’s achievements…
09 Jun 2025
Rural Transport Seminar Highlights Challenges and Innovation
The Rural Services Network was delighted to host its latest Member Exclusive Live Seminar on Rural Transport, last week. The session brought together expert speakers…
09 Jun 2025
New Government Plan Aims to Improve Urgent and Emergency Care
The Government has announced a new package of reforms and investment aimed at improving urgent and emergency care services in England. The plan, backed by…
09 Jun 2025
Government Announces £7.6m For Local Government Reorganisation Proposals
The Government has published details of Proposal Development Contributions: Area Allocations, setting out funding to support areas submitting proposals for Local Government Reorganisation. £7.6 million…
02 Jun 2025
Sharing Opportunities in Worldwide Dementia Care
Recently, the University of Plymouth hosted the National and International Perspectives of Dementia conference, bringing together global experts and community representatives to highlight innovative projects…
02 Jun 2025
Government Sets Out New Measures for SME Housebuilders
The Government has unveiled new reforms aimed at boosting small and medium-sized (SME) housebuilders in England, with a particular focus on easing planning rules, streamlining…
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