Rural Communities
12 Aug 2024
Could You Be a Complaints Champion?
The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) is expanding its outreach efforts to better serve rural communities. Recognising the unique challenges faced by individuals and organisations in rural areas, PHSO...
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29 Jul 2024
Design Codes and the Future of Rural Planning: Insights from the Office for Place
Last week, the Rural Coalition, including Kerry Booth, Chief Executive of the Rural Services Network (RSN), held a meeting where they were joined by Nicholas Boys Smith MBE, Interim Chair...
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23 Jul 2024
Unlocking Rural Potential: Insights and Reactions to the King’s Speech
Last week at the opening of parliament, The King’s Speech highlighted a series of legislative priorities aimed at addressing critical national issues. A number of these new bills hold significant...
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23 Jul 2024
NFU Survey Reveals Connectivity Issues Still Holding Back Farmers
A recent NFU survey has revealed that poor mobile and broadband connectivity continues to significantly hinder farmers’ ability to run effective, food producing businesses. More than three quarters (76%) of members report...
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23 Jul 2024
Deputy Prime Minister Launches New Devolution Initiative to Empower Local Communities
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has pledged to kickstart a new devolution revolution to transfer more powers out of Westminster and into the hands of local people. In her first...
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22 Jul 2024
Corinne Pluchino, ACRE’s new chief executive, reflects on her first fifty days in post
One hundred days into a new role is often seen as a good moment for reflection, to consider new connections, fresh insights and, occasionally, unexpected surprises. In my case, however,...
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18 Jul 2024
RSN Chief Executive Kerry Booth Reacts to King’s Speech
It is always interesting to hear the policies outlined in the Kings Speech and see where the Government plans to focus its efforts in the coming months, however often it...
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08 Jul 2024
Rural Services Network Welcomes New Government and Prime Minister
As the Rural Services Network (RSN), the national advocate for rural services and communities, we extend our congratulations to the new government and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. We eagerly...
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08 Jul 2024
Pioneering Guide Champions Beautiful and Affordable Rural Housing
English Rural Housing Association, in collaboration with a panel of rural experts and advocates, has launched a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming the perception of affordable rural housing. The publication,...
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01 Jul 2024
Addressing the Affordable Housing Crisis in Rural England
Rural Housing Week 2024 shines a spotlight on the pressing need for affordable housing in rural areas across England. As urban centres grow denser, the challenges faced by rural communities...
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