Promoting Rural Best practice
The RSP provides a unique opportunity for its members to promote and highlight topical examples of rural best practice, case studies and pilot projects.
The RSP also raises awareness of the excellent work currently being delivered by rural practitioners in England.
11 Nov 2024
Harness the Green Potential of Rural Touring
Artists, audiences and venues are all playing their part in sustainable touring ecology. The green credentials of small-scale rural productions are highlighted in a new report part-funded by the National...
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11 Nov 2024
Support With Your Rural Domestic Retrofit Plans
There are now less than two months left before Warm Homes: Local Grant Expressions of Interest must be submitted (deadline of 1 December 2024). Retrofit Support, Information and Expertise (RISE)...
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11 Nov 2024
Connecting Communities Around Shrivenham to Health And Wellbeing Services
Neighbouring villages around Shrivenham are benefiting from a new community transport service, supporting residents to live well and independently within their own communities. West Vale Mobility has been developed by...
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11 Nov 2024
Winners Of The Institute Of Economic Development Annual Awards 2024 Revealed
The winners of the Institute of Economic Development (IED) Annual Awards 2024 have been announced. At an Awards Dinner held in the Great Hall at BMA House in London last...
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04 Nov 2024
Celebrate National Youth Work Week with Young Somerset in Bridgwater!
From the 5th of November, Young Somerset will be hosting their Bold & Brave pop-up shop, along with a variety of workshops and events, at Angel Place Shopping Centre in...
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04 Nov 2024
Rural Community Champions Crowned At 2024 Awards
The spirit of community was celebrated in abundance at the 2024 Rural Community Business Awards hosted by the charity, Plunkett UK, last month. Eight community businesses or individuals from across...
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04 Nov 2024
Harness the Green Potential of Rural Touring
Rural touring is leading the way in tackling carbon emissions. Artists, audiences and venues are all playing their part in sustainable touring ecology. The green credentials of small-scale rural productions...
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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
Supporting Farming Communities in North Yorkshire
Healthwatch North Yorkshire is seeking to understand the barriers that prevent the farming community in North Yorkshire from accessing health services. By gathering insights through an online survey, the initiative...
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