Executive
16 Jun 2025
Save the Date: National Rural Conference 2025
Join us live for RSN’s biggest event of the year – 15 to 18 September We’re excited to announce that the National Rural Conference 2025 will take place from Monday...
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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 Sky News. Ahead of the...
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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 in England — a key...
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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 would require property owners to...
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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 in England and Wales (3,003...
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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 and tackle today’s housing challenges....
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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 nearly £450 million, was published...
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09 Jun 2025
Data that makes a difference: Dan Jones joins the RSN
The Rural Services Network is pleased to welcome Dan Jones, who joined our team last week in a Data and Finance Administrative Support role. Dan brings a wealth of experience...
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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 has been made available to...
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03 Jun 2025
Current Government Consultations – June 2025
A brief summary of current government consultations of potential interest to RSN members. This is not intended as an exhaustive list of all relevant consultations. – Download a printable version...
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