
MPs urged to support rural shops pledge
Launched last week, the 2023 Rural Shop Report (produced by the Association of Convenience Stores ACS) demonstrates the close links that rural retailers have with their communities, their importance as
Economic growth is widely acknowledged as essential for national wealth and prosperity, and is a priority for political parties. Rural economies, employing millions and home to a higher proportion of small businesses, have potential for growth if barriers are removed.
Launched last week, the 2023 Rural Shop Report (produced by the Association of Convenience Stores ACS) demonstrates the close links that rural retailers have with their communities, their importance as
On 18th January 2023, the Government announced allocations to more than 100 projects who were awarded funding as part of Round 2 of the Governments flagship Levelling Up Fund to
A quarterly bulletin facilitated by your membership of the Rural Services Network highlighting a selection of current rural economic development news, issues and opportunities
– To download the Agenda for this seminar click here POST EVENT: PRESENTATIONS Kerry Booth, Chief Executive Designate, Rural Services Network “Introduction to Rural Economies” Nigel Wilcock, Director, Institute of
During our National Rural Conference 2022, in late September, the Rural Services Network published research into the cost-of-living crisis
Blog Post by Kerry Booth, Chief Executive Designate of RSN As we prepare again at the RSN to write to the new group of Ministers, setting out the case for
The National Innovation Centre for Rural Enterprise (NICRE) has showcased innovation in rural businesses by producing six short films. The videos feature firms in Northumberland which portray the rich diversity
Efforts to tackle the challenges facing rural areas in the North East have been bolstered by a commitment from key players to further collaborate
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Rural Business and the Rural Powerhouse has this week issued a call for evidence to establish the effects the cost-of-living crisis is having on
Somerset Live reports that up to 300 new jobs will be coming to rural Somerset after councillors backed plans for a new concrete factory near one of the area’s main
Economic growth is widely acknowledged as essential for national wealth and prosperity, and is a priority for political parties. Rural economies, employing millions and home to a higher proportion of small businesses, have potential for growth if barriers are removed.
Launched last week, the 2023 Rural Shop Report (produced by the Association of Convenience Stores ACS) demonstrates the close links that rural retailers have with their communities, their importance as local employers, and the impact that store closures would have on the provision of groceries in rural and otherwise isolated areas.
On 18th January 2023, the Government announced allocations to more than 100 projects who were awarded funding as part of Round 2 of the Governments flagship Levelling Up Fund to create jobs and boost the economy
A quarterly bulletin facilitated by your membership of the Rural Services Network highlighting a selection of current rural economic development news, issues and opportunities
– To download the Agenda for this seminar click here POST EVENT: PRESENTATIONS Kerry Booth, Chief Executive Designate, Rural Services Network “Introduction to Rural Economies” Nigel Wilcock, Director, Institute of
During our National Rural Conference 2022, in late September, the Rural Services Network published research into the cost-of-living crisis
Blog Post by Kerry Booth, Chief Executive Designate of RSN As we prepare again at the RSN to write to the new group of Ministers, setting out the case for
The National Innovation Centre for Rural Enterprise (NICRE) has showcased innovation in rural businesses by producing six short films. The videos feature firms in Northumberland which portray the rich diversity
Efforts to tackle the challenges facing rural areas in the North East have been bolstered by a commitment from key players to further collaborate
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Rural Business and the Rural Powerhouse has this week issued a call for evidence to establish the effects the cost-of-living crisis is having on countryside businesses and communities
Somerset Live reports that up to 300 new jobs will be coming to rural Somerset after councillors backed plans for a new concrete factory near one of the area’s main quarries