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07 Apr 2025
Navigating the Shift to Digital Landlines
The imminent transition from traditional analogue phone systems to digital landlines has stirred significant concern among rural MPs, as highlighted in a recent parliamentary debate. Led by Damian Hinds MP,...
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31 Mar 2025
Rural Communities in Focus: Insights, Inspiration, and What’s Next
Last week, we were proud to host another of our exclusive member-only seminars—this time focusing on the heartbeat of our work: rural communities. This engaging online event brought together RSN...
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24 Mar 2025
Transport Accessibility: A Gap Between Rights and Reality
The recent report by the Transport Committee, “Access Denied: Rights Versus Reality In Disabled People’s Access To Transport,” reveals a stark disconnect between the legal and policy frameworks intended to...
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24 Mar 2025
A Closer Look at the 2024 Childcare Survey
Rural families across Great Britain are facing a deepening crisis in childcare, according to the latest findings from the 2024 Childcare Survey conducted by Coram Family and Childcare. As costs...
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17 Mar 2025
Debating Government Support for Rural Communities in Parliament
In a recent spirited debate at Westminster, MPs discussed the pressing issues faced by rural communities across the UK, shedding light on the unique challenges rural areas endure. Caroline Voaden,...
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17 Mar 2025
The Importance of Terrestrial Television in Safeguarding Britain’s Social Resilience
As digital advancements continue to reshape our world, the preservation of terrestrial television remains crucial for maintaining social cohesion and inclusivity across the country. This issue was highlighted in the...
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17 Mar 2025
New Planning and Infrastructure Bill
The government’s recent announcement of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill promises sweeping reforms aimed at catalysing what is described as the “biggest building boom” in a generation. With the ambitious...
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17 Mar 2025
Addressing the Challenges of Public Charge Points for EVs in Rural Areas
The recent report by the Public Accounts Committee, paints a stark picture of the current state and challenges of expanding public charge point infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) across the...
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10 Mar 2025
Join ACRE in Celebrating Village Halls Week 2025
Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) is looking forward to the return of Village Halls Week, scheduled for 17-23 March 2025. Village Halls Week is an annual celebration that...
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03 Mar 2025
The Disappearing Rural Banks: Parliamentary Debates Over a Deepening Challenge
Recent discussions in the House of Commons have brought to light the severe implications of bank closures in rural areas. Led by Simon Hoare, MP for North Dorset, a debate...
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