Rural Digital Connectivity
In an increasingly digital world, the lack of robust digital infrastructure in rural areas severely limits access to crucial services and stifles economic growth.
18 Aug 2025
How SMEB is Supporting Communities in the Rural Financial Divide
As traditional bank branches disappear from rural high streets it has impacted local businesses and communities. However there are solutions now stepping up to bridge this gap. At the forefront...
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11 Aug 2025
Digital Shift Could Deepen Inequality
New analysis from Age UK has found that 2.4 million older people in the UK — nearly one in five (19%) — have limited use of the internet, going online...
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11 Aug 2025
End Digital Poverty Day 2025: Share your plans. Shape the national picture
On Friday 12 September, people and organisations across the UK will mark End Digital Poverty Day – a national moment for coordinated, visible action. Launched by the Digital Poverty Alliance...
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04 Aug 2025
Connecting Rural Communities: From Blueprint to Delivery
Rural Connectivity Tuesday 16 September 2025 | 13:30 – 15:30 Part of the National Rural Conference 2025 Bookings now open for RSN members: View the full programme Access to reliable...
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04 Aug 2025
Community Power at the Heart of New Rural Development
A trailblazing community business in West Sussex is demonstrating how local enterprise can help shape inclusive, resilient places — right from the start of a new development. The Woodgate Community...
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28 Jul 2025
What is the State of the UK’s Digital Divide?
Digital Nation 2025, the latest annual infographic from Good Things Foundation, paints a stark picture of ongoing digital exclusion across the UK. Using data from Ofcom, Age UK, Lloyds Bank,...
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28 Jul 2025
Rural Connectivity Still Falling Short As Farmers Call For Urgent Action
The latest NFU digital access survey reveals that rural broadband and mobile coverage still falls short of what British farming businesses need – with over a fifth of respondents unable...
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28 Jul 2025
Giving Every Child The Best Start In Life
The Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson (Houghton and Sunderland South), recently delivered a statement to Parliament outlining the Government’s new Best Start in Life strategy. The plan sets...
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24 Jul 2025
Landlines are going digital. Are you ready?
Landlines are going digital. Are you ready? Landlines in the UK are going digital and by January 2027, most calls will be made over broadband. BT has worked closely with...
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24 Jul 2025
2G Switch-Off: Are You Ready for the UK’s Network Evolution?
Authored by Mobile UK The UK’s mobile networks are undergoing a significant evolution, moving towards faster, more efficient 4G and 5G technologies. As part of this vital upgrade, older 2G...
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