Rural Vulnerability

Rural residents can suffer from Rural Vulnerability, due to a combination of issues such as poor transport, lack of broadband low wages and higher than average house prices. 

Modern Industrial Strategy Response

The Government has been consulting on the Modern Industrial Strategy, Invest 2035, with growth of the economy as the number one mission of the Labour Government. The strategy is a

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Local Government Funding Reforms Announced

Last week the Government published the policy statement for Local Government Finance 2025-2026. This included outline details of the headline allocations through the Provisional Settlement for Local Government for which

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Rural Vulnerability Day 2024

Rural England CIC’s annual Rural Vulnerability Day, held last week, provided an essential platform for discussions around the socio-economic challenges and service-related vulnerabilities facing rural communities.

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Government Funding for Bus Services

The government has announced a significant £1 billion investment to boost bus services across England, aimed at improving accessibility and reducing the disparities in bus service quality across different regions

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Rural Vulnerability

Rural residents can suffer from Rural Vulnerability, due to a combination of issues such as poor transport, lack of broadband low wages and higher than average house prices. 

Modern Industrial Strategy Response

The Government has been consulting on the Modern Industrial Strategy, Invest 2035, with growth of the economy as the number one mission of the Labour Government. The strategy is a 10 year plan that aims to deliver the certainty and stability businesses need to invest in the high growth sectors.

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Local Government Funding Reforms Announced

Last week the Government published the policy statement for Local Government Finance 2025-2026.  This included outline details of the headline allocations through the Provisional Settlement for Local Government for which a consultation will be launched in December ahead of the Christmas recess. 

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Rural Services Network Seminar Recap: A Focus on Rural Health and Care

The Rural Services Network (RSN) proudly hosted its final seminar of the year last week, focusing on the crucial topic of Rural Health and Care. This online event brought together over 50 delegates from various organisations to discuss and address the unique challenges faced by rural health service providers and communities

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Rural Vulnerability Day 2024

Rural England CIC’s annual Rural Vulnerability Day, held last week, provided an essential platform for discussions around the socio-economic challenges and service-related vulnerabilities facing rural communities.

Read More

Government Funding for Bus Services

The government has announced a significant £1 billion investment to boost bus services across England, aimed at improving accessibility and reducing the disparities in bus service quality across different regions

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