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01 Jul 2024

Rural Catalyst: Tackling Transportation Challenges in Rural Communities

Transportation in rural communities faces a multitude of challenges that can significantly impact residents’ quality of life, access to services, and economic opportunities. These challenges include limited public transport services,...

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24 Jun 2024

Community Catalysts Revolutionise Care Through the Care Act

Community Catalysts, led by Pip Cannons and Helen Allen, are revolutionising health and social care in hard-to-reach areas through community micro-enterprises. This groundbreaking initiative, highlighted by The Local Government Association,...

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17 Jun 2024

Joint Appeal to Protect Rural Postal Services

ACRE, Plunkett UK, and the Rural Services Network (RSN) have jointly signed an open letter addressing significant concerns regarding Royal Mail. The letter is directed to the Secretary of State...

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17 Jun 2024

Balancing Growth: Ensuring Sustainable Development in Rural Areas

The below article was recently published in LOCALGOV, on the need for sustainable development in rural areas.  It is reprinted in full below and can be accessed at this link....

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17 Jun 2024

Affordable Housing Crisis in Rural Communities: A Call for Political Action

The picturesque town of St Ives in Cornwall is a magnet for tourists, its stunning beaches and vibrant art scene drawing thousands each year. However, beneath this scenic surface lies...

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10 Jun 2024

Local Government White Paper: A Call for Change and Innovation

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10 Jun 2024

Next Government Urged to Prioritise Community Transport to Cut Local NHS Waiting lists

The Rural Services Network is backing the Community Transport Association’s call for the next UK government to utilise community solutions in a hard-hitting manifesto on the state of accessible transport...

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03 Jun 2024

Celebrating Volunteers Week: The Unsung Heroes of Rural Communities

Every year, the first week of June marks an extraordinary period where we shine a light on the selfless individuals whose dedication helps to keep the heart of rural communities...

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03 Jun 2024

Innovative Bus Service Expands: A Step Forward for Rural Connectivity

The recent expansion of the Robin bookable bus service into three new areas in Gloucestershire marks a significant step forward in enhancing transportation options for rural communities. This initiative, which...

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28 May 2024

How language can help or hinder the case for rural investment

New research published last week by the National Innovation Centre for Rural Enterprise (NICRE) finds strong public support for increasing investment in rural areas if the case is well presented....

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