Living in a large rural county presents unique challenges, especially for the most vulnerable in our communities. However, through collaboration with our partners, we are actively working to find innovative and inclusive solutions. Our goal is to ensure fair outcomes for everyone, regardless of their location or personal circumstances.
In a move that could disproportionately affect rural communities across the UK, the proposed 20% VAT hike on private hire and minicab journeys – colloquially termed the 'Taxi Tax' – is raising alarms about the accessibility of essential services, particularly healthcare.
Across the UK, people from all walks of life are being hit financially. New research shows 69% of those surveyed across the UK are feeling worried about money
Funds raised through easyfundraising are helping good causes like yours fund projects, maintain facilities, pay for running costs, and more. As unrestricted funding, you can spend the funds on what you need most.
Under new rules, platforms such as Vinted, Etsy and eBay will be required to share transaction details with tax authorities so that they can keep an eye on income that should be declared. It is part of a global effort to crack down on tax evasion.
The Rural Services Network have encouraged local authorities to talk to their MPs about their current financial situation and the decades of unfair funding for rural councils and we are now encouraging you to do so too!
The government has shared early plans to update the Equality Act 2010 to keep intact the discrimination protections we have enjoyed from EU law even after Brexit.
In an ever-changing world dominated by technological advancements, the question we are asking is whether Artificial Intelligence (AI) has a place in charities.