
Pharmacy Closures in Rural Areas: A Growing Healthcare Challenge
A recent report from RSN Member, Healthwatch England has highlighted the growing crisis in community pharmacies across England, which disproportionately affects rural areas
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.
A recent report from RSN Member, Healthwatch England has highlighted the growing crisis in community pharmacies across England, which disproportionately affects rural areas
Age UK has recently published a crucial report revealing that over 2 million older people in England now have unmet needs for social care. This alarming statistic underscores the pressing
The Centre for Homelessness Impact (CHI) and the Rural Homelessness Counts Coalition, chaired by English Rural, have partnered to create a collection of free, non-stigmatising images of people who are
The Rural Services Network (RSN) is pleased to report on the ongoing efforts to bring gigabit-capable broadband to rural communities across Yorkshire, enhancing digital connectivity for households and businesses alike.
A new initiative aimed at tackling rural crime across county borders has been launched by Crimestoppers in collaboration with several northern police forces, including Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire, Northumbria, Cleveland,
The government will consult on a new Decent Homes Standard for the rented sectors. The consultation, which will launch as soon as possible, will look to ensure safe, secure housing
In the regions of Westmorland and Furness, a groundbreaking initiative has been making significant strides in reshaping local care through the power of community micro-enterprises. Spearheaded by Community Catalysts, the
In the past week, a number of government reports and speeches shed light on the challenges facing health and social care in England. While these documents provide valuable insights and
The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has announced the introduction of a landmark piece of legislation aimed at cracking down on pollution by water companies. The Water
Last week, The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) released a new report,
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.
A recent report from RSN Member, Healthwatch England has highlighted the growing crisis in community pharmacies across England, which disproportionately affects rural areas
Age UK has recently published a crucial report revealing that over 2 million older people in England now have unmet needs for social care. This alarming statistic underscores the pressing issue of inadequate support for many in our aging population, especially in rural areas, where access to necessary services is often limited.
The Centre for Homelessness Impact (CHI) and the Rural Homelessness Counts Coalition, chaired by English Rural, have partnered to create a collection of free, non-stigmatising images of people who are experiencing homelessness in rural areas to help challenge negative stereotypes.
The Rural Services Network (RSN) is pleased to report on the ongoing efforts to bring gigabit-capable broadband to rural communities across Yorkshire, enhancing digital connectivity for households and businesses alike.
A new initiative aimed at tackling rural crime across county borders has been launched by Crimestoppers in collaboration with several northern police forces, including Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire, Northumbria, Cleveland, and Durham
The government will consult on a new Decent Homes Standard for the rented sectors. The consultation, which will launch as soon as possible, will look to ensure safe, secure housing is the standard people can expect in both social housing and private rented properties.
In the regions of Westmorland and Furness, a groundbreaking initiative has been making significant strides in reshaping local care through the power of community micro-enterprises. Spearheaded by Community Catalysts, the project began in 2022 and has flourished, integrating deeply with local government structures and community resources.
In the past week, a number of government reports and speeches shed light on the challenges facing health and social care in England. While these documents provide valuable insights and suggest significant reforms, specific references to rural healthcare are notably absent. However, the strategies outlined could still have considerable implications for rural communities.
The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has announced the introduction of a landmark piece of legislation aimed at cracking down on pollution by water companies. The Water (Special Measures) Bill, unveiled by Environment Secretary Steve Reed, represents the most significant increase in regulatory enforcement powers in over a decade.
Last week, The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) released a new report,