VODG responds to parliamentary inquiry Coronavirus: lessons learnt
VODG has submitted written evidence to the Health and Social Care Select Committee and Science and Technology Select Committee joint
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Are new cures for cancer on your shopping list this Black Friday?
Worldwide Cancer Research is hoping for a funding boost this Black Friday
Read moreCharity aims to set new world record
RNIB hopes to get as many people as possible involved in uploading pictures of them reading a book
Read moreThird sector’s favourite swear word revealed
Sector fares well against others when it comes to expletives
Read moreFunding for cancer put on hold as covid cancels treatment
Without research the fight against cancer can’t be won
Read moreScotland hero to fight poverty by launching own charity
Liverpool star Andy Robertson has spoken out against poverty in the past and now plans to launch his own organisation
Read moreCharity supporters brave the cold to complete challenge
A group of workmates walked over 1,200 miles to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer
Read moreFestival of kindness launches for Christmas
Public urged to help those most needy
Read moreTories try to balance the books on the backs of the poorest
Charities say people will die and millions of lives will be damaged as Sunak slashes foreign aid budget
Read moreGuidance on the circuit breaker coronavirus restrictions in NI
The guidance produced by the Northern Ireland Executive sets out the coronavirus restrictions for the current circuit breaker with effect from
Read moreChanges to rules for DBS checks
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) have announced changes to the ‘filtering rules’ for DBS checks. From Saturday 28 November
Read moreMeasuring what matters: Valuing the voluntary sector in East Sussex
How do you want to be judged? By how much you earn? By your kindness and humanity? It’s not an
Read moreSocial investment scheme provides vital support
The Power Up programme has helped organisations provide key support during Covid-19
Read moreUnpaid carers save Scotland £43 million every day
Carers Scotland is calling for the efforts of the one million carers to be recognised
Read moreTombstone to dead pigs planned for busy road
Memorial would be positioned off A1
Read moreBody critical of Scottish housing plans
New builds must be prioritised
Read moreHope After Stroke launches for Christmas
Campaign highlights a hopeful future for those who have had strokes
Read moreAwards to identify unsung heroes of cyber
The Cyber Community Awards 2021 take place in February
Read moreThe Post-Brexit Scheme All Voluntary and Community Organisations Should Register For
If you thought getting Brexit ready was just for businesses, think again. From 1st January 2021, any NI voluntary/community organisation
Read moreThe next chapter in NCVO’s history
Dr Priya Singh was elected NCVO’s chair at our 2020 annual general meeting. Here she reflects on her incoming priorities
Read moreLottery funds shore up against pandemic
Takings remain strong
Read moreScotland becomes first country in world to make period products free
A bill which grants universal access to period products has been passed unanimously by the Scottish Parliament
Read moreCharity all set for 40th birthday celebrations
A renowned author and talented young musician have created a special piece to mark the milestone
Read moreLoneliness epidemic facing older people this Christmas
Despite more consideration, older people will be isolated like never before
Read moreVODG responds to HM Treasury’s Spending Review 2020
In response to HM Treasury’s Spending Review 2020, the Voluntary Organisations Disability Group (VODG), has issued the following statement: Dr
Read moreRSPB NI launch 5 Point Green Recovery Plan for NI’s Economy and Environment
The RSPB NI have recently launched their 5 point Green Recovery Plan for a post-Covid 19 Northern Ireland.
Read moreBrexit 2020: Where are we now? The future UK / EU relationship and the protocol
The webinar “Brexit 2020: Where are we now? The future UK / EU relationship and the protocol” will take place
Read moreSpending review 2020
Throughout this year we’ve become accustomed to Rishi Sunak delivering economic statements, but today’s spending review was arguably the most
Read moreWhy good data matters: Covid-19 and the voluntary sector
This blog was jointly written by Daniel King and Véronique Jochum. Up-to-date research on the pandemic’s impact on voluntary organisations
Read moreStark warning as data shows suicide in Scotland rising
Men still most likely to take their own lives
Read moreTFN’s Guide to Running A Charity is out now!
Experts from across the sector give advice on working in a year like no other
Read moreStar brownie baker sought by Social Bite
And all for good cause
Read moreTories seek new laws to slash aid spending
More than 200 charities join campaign to make sure Westminster meets its commitments to the world’s poorest
Read moreThousands of devices to be distributed to tackle digital exclusion
The next phase of the £43 million Connecting Scotland programme has opened for applications
Read moreCharity partnership hits £1m milestone
Primark has donated a mammoth sum to CHAS from the sale of bags to customers
Read moreScots urged to cut waste this Christmas
Zero Waste Scotland says this year is the perfect time to start new greener traditions
Read moreDownton Abbey stars backs charity’s Christmas appeal
The Hearts and Minds Elderflowers Christmas Appeal supports people living with dementia and their carers
Read moreEconomists warn of ‘charity crunch’
The majority of organisations still face rising demand but falling revenues as the Covid-19 crisis drags on
Read moreCommunity nearing buy-out of lifeline local shop
People power takes over
Read moreVODG responds to consultation into stopping movement of staff between care settings
VODG has today (23 November) submitted a response to the Department of Health and Social Care’s consultation into stopping the
Read moreDeadline extended for Resilience and Recovery Loan Fund
The Resilience and Recovery Loan Fund (RRLF) deadline has been extended to 31 January 2021. RRLF is a £25m emergency
Read moreCharities’ face festive downturn
Charities are using a variety of tactics to cope but thousands could close.
Read moreCash boost for housing associations
Welcome cash injection
Read moreMinister’s praise as volunteer cooks break 30,000 meals barrier
The remarkable impact of Food Train’s Meal Makers project has been highlighted
Read moreUK ministers probe Scottish welfare policy
Demands on the country’s welfare system have increased
Read moreFree support line to continue after successful trial
The Re-Connect CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) sessions has a particular focus on helping those who are out of work
Read moreNew national investment bank launches
The UK’s first mission-led development bank aims to fund projects that will boost Scotland
Read moreProgress made on climate response but good work must continue
A new report has revealed the progress that has been made in responding to the climate emergency in Scotland
Read moreBleak forecast as charities look to use cash reserves
Reserves needed to stay operational
Read moreCharity boss invests in major drive to fight homelessness
Common Ground Again Homelessness has already raised more than £400,000 to buy properties for those most in need
Read morePlaces of Worship set to close for two weeks on 27th November 2020
Junior Minister Lyons called a meeting early on Friday 20th November to explain the reasons for the closure of places
Read moreThe Transformative Leadership Programme: Participants tell their story Michael O’Hara, Suffolk Lenadoon TLP Autumn 2020
Michael participated in the Suffolk/Lenadoon TLP. The course started in February 2020 and had completed only 3 days before the
Read moreSeeking volunteers to support health care research
The SUPER research group needs new members to help researchers with key aspects of their work. Health and care research
Read moreThe difference we made in 2019/20
WCVA has published its annual report for 2019/20 – featuring stories from across the sector, statistics, and more. At times
Read moreNever underestimate young potential
West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHs Trust is part of a network of 30 NHS Trusts and their respective charities who have been welcoming
Read moreCharity launches incredi-bauble campaign
Beatson Cancer Charity has launched a new campaign in an attempt to continue services at Scotland’s leading cancer hospital for
Read moreThe best ethical gifts for Christmas 2020
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And TFN has a selection of suggestions for Christmas gifts that can
Read moreMental health has worsened as pandemic continues
Evidence shows more support must be made available
Read moreDeaf people suffer months of face mask “misery”
Masks can prevent communication
Read moreNew report reveals what it’s like to be a girl in Scotland
Girlguiding Scotland has quizzed 500 women and girls on a range of issues
Read moreProbe launched into UK government’s third sector funding
Spending watchdog will investigate
Read moreUpdated Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme guidance hub
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme guidance has been updated to reflect the extension of the scheme until March 2021
Read moreNICVA Calls on Chancellor to Devolve Post-Brexit Funding to NI
NICVA and its sister Councils in Scotland and Wales have jointly written to the UK Chancellor calling for the devolution of the UK
Read moreThe good, the bad and the future
At a recent Evaluation Roundtable Community of Practice session we asked what working practices people are hoping to retain from lockdown; and
Read moreEight festive fundraising ideas
Despite long-term fundraising plans being altered due to the pandemic, Christmas events are still the largest fundraising drive for many
Read moreScientist funded by charity makes breakthrough discovery
A researcher has unveiled new research in time for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day
Read moreCampaign targets sexism and negative media stereotypes
Girlguiding Scotland has launched its new Media Mindful campaign
Read more£100k will be used to start meals on wheels service
LifeCare Edinburgh has secured a major funding boost from Barclay’s
Read moreName change for leading charity
Move to distance itself from views of controversial founder
Read moreMasks helping those at home and abroad stay safe
The Paul Hodges Trust has been providing masks for those in Africa through selling the handmade items in the UK
Read moreClampdown on puppy farming launched
Backing to combat the illegal trade
Read morePetition calls for action on disability benefits
Campaigners have said those with disabilities are struggling and need a cash boost they have been promised
Read moreInfluencing, Lobbying and Campaigning under COVID – PAF Webinar
As COVID continues to dominate all our lives, both home and work, in this webinar we explore the impact of the
Read moreImpact round-up: November 2020
Welcome to the latest edition of our monthly impact round-up. Each month at NCVO Charities Evaluation Services we summarise the
Read moreLockdown hits Children in Need hard
Pudsey pulled out the stops but total was down on last year
Read moreToilets still a no go for disabled people
Many are not fit for purpose
Read moreA look ahead to the 2020 Spending Review
Next Wednesday the chancellor will set out the government’s spending plans for the coming year. Both the unpredictable nature of
Read moreCampaigners critical of COP26 sponsors
Questionable choice by UK government
Read moreInjured veterans ‘unable to access benefits’
Poppyscotland and the Royal British Legion have called for action to help those who are struggling
Read moreAfrican foodbank in Glasgow sees demand soar
It comes after Mercy Baguma tragedy
Read moreNearly half of young Scots volunteer
Boost for the nation
Read morePrioritise vaccine for parents of disabled children
Parents struggling to cope with broken sleep and daily stress
Read moreCharities invited to work with students on creative projects
Edinburgh Napier University is looking to connect with voluntary sector organisations
Read moreCharity launches biggest ever appeal
CHAS is aiming to ensure no-one faces the death of a child alone
Read moreThe Transformative Leadership Programme: Participants tell their story Jahswill Emmanuel, North Belfast TLP, Autumn 2020
Jahswill Emmanuel is Chair and founder of MSCNI (Multi-Ethnic Sports and Cultures NI). Here he shares his TLP story.
Read moreBig inspiration from small charities
Small and micro voluntary groups and organisations (annual income of less than £100,000) continue to be a beacon of hope,
Read moreThe inside track: November 2020
Our latest update on what’s going on in Westminster that might impact charities, including a promise of new funding for
Read moreHampstead Gown Factory: Creative roles for young volunteers
The Royal Free London is part of a network of 30 NHS Trusts and their respective charities who have been welcoming young volunteers since
Read moreCharity warns of Covid-19 poverty risk
Aberlour has revealed the true amount of demand its emergency funding for families faced
Read moreCampaign group highlights plight of refugees
A group of Edinburgh activists took action this weekend to raise awareness of inhumane Aegean island camp conditions
Read moreParents of children with life-limiting conditions in vaccine priority plea
Kindred has said lockdown has had a devastating impact on the families
Read moreAuthor fronts powerful new charity advert
Gavin Oattes lost his father to pancreatic cancer eight years ago
Read moreCovid leaves Big Issue facing “biggest challenge” in its history
Famous ambassadors launch appeal for homeless and social justice magazine
Read moreTrust accused of lacking credibility
Calls for official review into how the English conservation charity is being run
Read moreVODG celebrates outgoing Chair’s successful tenure and welcomes successor
At VODG’s annual general meeting, held on 16 November, Steve Scown announced his decision to step down after eight years
Read moreHealth and social care round-up: November 2020
This recurring blog post aims to inform voluntary and public sector colleagues about national health and social care policy, with
Read moreFour principles to shape your grant-making today
With months of local restrictions now extended to a national lockdown, it is clear that ‘Covid-recovery’ is far from us
Read moreCharities cutting services as Covid bites
A call for Gift Aid to be increased has been reiterated as charities struggle through new restrictions
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