Rural Economies

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.

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

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Levelling Up Funds announced

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

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30/11/22 – RSN Seminar: Rural Economies

– 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

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A new leadership for rural?

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

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Showcasing innovation in rural businesses

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

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Rural Economies

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.

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 local employers, and the impact that store closures would have on the provision of groceries in rural and otherwise isolated areas.

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Levelling Up Funds announced

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

Read More

30/11/22 – RSN Seminar: Rural Economies

– 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

Read More

A new leadership for rural?

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

Read More

Showcasing innovation in rural businesses

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

Read More
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