Experts outline Brexit approach for rural policy
Monday, 27 March 2017
Experts have called for a more holistic approach to rural policy as the UK prepares to leave the European Union.
The RSN is challenging often overlooked rural threats such as chronic underfunding, changes in population and diminishing resources.
Experts have called for a more holistic approach to rural policy as the UK prepares to leave the European Union.
The Buses Bill must deliver for rural communities, says Claire Walters. Set for royal assent in May this year, the Buses Bill is being widely heralded as an opportunity to
Representatives from England’s 10,000 parish and town aim to raise their profile by marching on parliament.
The government has published its latest guidance to assess the effects of its policies on rural areas. Rural areas are home to one-fifth of England’s population and a quarter of
GRANTS of up to £5000 are on offer to communities who want to set up their own rural transport scheme in Dorset.
The Rural Services Network has welcomed a government decision not to increase national insurance payments by the self-employed.
Bus services have been hit hard by funding cuts with over 500 routes completely withdrawn or reduced in 2016/17. Nearly £30m has been cut from local authority supported bus funding
THE government’s Budget contained little joy for businesses in the countryside, say rural leaders.
CAMPAIGNERS have called for a more strategic approach to rural land use and the countryside.
Fly-tipping incidents are on the rise – with more rubbish being illegally dumped in rural areas.
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The RSN is challenging often overlooked rural threats such as chronic underfunding, changes in population and diminishing resources.
Experts have called for a more holistic approach to rural policy as the UK prepares to leave the European Union.
The Buses Bill must deliver for rural communities, says Claire Walters. Set for royal assent in May this year, the Buses Bill is being widely heralded as an opportunity to
Representatives from England’s 10,000 parish and town aim to raise their profile by marching on parliament.
The government has published its latest guidance to assess the effects of its policies on rural areas. Rural areas are home to one-fifth of England’s population and a quarter of
GRANTS of up to £5000 are on offer to communities who want to set up their own rural transport scheme in Dorset.
The Rural Services Network has welcomed a government decision not to increase national insurance payments by the self-employed.
Bus services have been hit hard by funding cuts with over 500 routes completely withdrawn or reduced in 2016/17. Nearly £30m has been cut from local authority supported bus funding
THE government’s Budget contained little joy for businesses in the countryside, say rural leaders.
CAMPAIGNERS have called for a more strategic approach to rural land use and the countryside.
Fly-tipping incidents are on the rise – with more rubbish being illegally dumped in rural areas.
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