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WCVA
19th October 2024 admin

Our 2024 AGM – exclusively for WCVA members

Our AGM will take place online in November featuring an address from Lindsay Cordery-Bruce in her first AGM as Chief

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WCVA
18th October 2024 admin

Safeguarding Week 2024

Safeguarding Week is taking place from 11-15 November 2024 and we’ve got some free events for voluntary organisations in Wales to

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WCVA
17th October 2024 admin

National Lottery Community Fund announces changes to main funding programme

The National Lottery Community Fund has announced changes to its People and Places programme following extensive consultation with communities. FUNDING

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WCVA
15th October 2024 admin

Funding launched for community groups in Wales

The Comic Relief Organisational Growth Grant is now open, offering funding to voluntary organisations to help maximise their impact. WCVA

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14th October 2024 admin

Community Leaders Gather for Final Transforming Local Leadership Programme Networking Event

Twenty community leaders convened at the Galbally Community Centre for the final networking event of the Transforming Local Leadership (TLL)

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12th October 2024 admin

Director of Policy & Insight vacancy

NICVA is recruiting a Director of Policy & Insight.  This is an exciting opportuity to join the team at NICVA

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12th October 2024 admin

Digital Manager vacancy

NICVA is recruiting a Digital Manager.  This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at NICVA in a pivotal

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WCVA
11th October 2024 admin

Welsh Charity Awards 2024 – Finalists announced

We’re excited to reveal the outstanding people and organisations that have been shortlisted for an award at this year’s Welsh

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8th October 2024 admin

NICVA Invites Nominations for 2024- 2027 Joint Forum Voluntary & Community Sector Panel

NICVA is currently seeking nominations from across the voluntary and community sector to the Voluntary Community Sector (VCS) Panel which

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WCVA
5th October 2024 admin

How to get involved in Welsh Charities Week

Welsh Charities Week will take place from 25 – 29 November 2024, recognising the good work of charities, social enterprises,

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WCVA
5th October 2024 admin

Open letter to the new cabinet

Voluntary sector leaders are calling on Welsh Government officials to address sector concerns following months of political instability. The Third

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WCVA
5th October 2024 admin

Trustees Week 2024

Trustees Week runs from 4-8 November this year and to celebrate, here are some events occurring over the course of

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WCVA
5th October 2024 admin

Vacancies – Join WCVA’s finance team

We’re seeking two enthusiastic individuals to join WCVA as a Finance Officer and Director of Finance. WHY WORK AT WCVA?

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5th October 2024 admin

Executive Assistant vacancy

NICVA is recruiting an Executive Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team at NICVA in a pivotal role at the

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4th October 2024 admin

ICO Data Protection Fee

Information Commissioners Office blog about the ICO data protection fee.

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3rd October 2024 admin

New multi-million pound National Lottery programme targets communities in greatest need

The National Lottery Community Fund has today launched a major new funding programme, ‘Strengthening Communities,’ to support people in greatest

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2nd October 2024 admin

Cyber Awareness Month October 2024

October 2024 marks the 21st year of Cyber Security Awareness month, a reminder of the importance of managing our cyber security risks and doing all

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1st October 2024 admin

NICVA Launches 2024 Voluntary and Community Sector Workforce Report

A new report by NICVA highlights the challenges faced by Northern Ireland’s voluntary and community sector workforce, examines the implications

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27th September 2024 admin

NICVA Event with the Department for Economy: Shaping the Future of Employment in Northern Ireland

Feedback from the our event held on 3rd Sept 24 with the Department of Economy as part of the Department’s consultation

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26th September 2024 admin

Department of Health Seek Sector feedback on future Core Grant Scheme

Over recent months NICVA has been working with the Department of Health (DOH) to seek the  voluntary and community sector’s views as

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26th September 2024 admin

Engagement Sessions on the draft Programme for Government 2024-2027

The NI Executive has published the draft Programme for Government 2024-2027 laying out in draft form the Executive’s key commitments and

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26th September 2024 admin

Community Ownership Fund – update on status of the scheme

The Community Ownership Fund is a £150 million fund over 4 years to support community groups across the UK to take

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WCVA
24th September 2024 admin

New report finds volunteers reduce pressure on frontline NHS staff

Volunteers in hospitals play a vital role in improving patient experience. VOLUNTEERS IN HOSPITALS According to a new report from

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24th September 2024 admin

NICVA Engagement Sessions on the draft Programme for Government 2024-2027

The NI Executive has published the draft Programme for Government 2024-2027 laying out in draft form the Executive’s key commitments and

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24th September 2024 admin

Department of Health ask for feedback on Core Grant Scheme

Over the last few months NICVA has been working with the Department of Health (DOH) to take feedback on their

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WCVA
20th September 2024 admin

Gift Aid Awareness Day 2024

Gift Aid Awareness Day is returning for 2024, providing an opportunity for charities to promote Gift Aid and increase the

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20th September 2024 admin

Community Ownership Fund – fourth and final round

The Community Ownership Fund, a £150 million fund over 4 years to support community groups across England, Wales, Scotland, and

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WCVA
18th September 2024 admin

WCVA Board of Trustees Election 2024

It’s almost time for WCVA members to vote for their top six nominees to join WCVA’s board of trustees. Thank

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WCVA
12th September 2024 admin

Vacancy – MARINE Fund Cymru Development Manager

We’re looking for someone to co-ordinate the development of an exciting new fund for projects that benefit marine ecosystems in

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WCVA
12th September 2024 admin

The Social Business Wales Awards are back for 2024

Cwmpas’ Social Business Wales awards and conference on 1 and 2 October will help you access the tools and expert

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12th September 2024 admin

BBC Children in Need Pudsey Next Steps opens September 2024

The Pudsey Next Steps funding programme will help achieve greater equity, diversity, and inclusion in their grant-making. The first round

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11th September 2024 admin

Learning that makes a difference to Leadership

Over the last four years 171 people have participated in our ILM level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management and the learning

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11th September 2024 admin

Anticipated Employment Law Changes in Northern Ireland

What You Need to Know from the Good Jobs Review

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11th September 2024 admin

NICVA to encourage ‘Future Thinking’ at upcoming landmark Summit

NICVA’s highly anticipated Future Thinking Summit will be held at W5 Belfast on Tuesday 22 October, bringing charities, community groups

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11th September 2024 admin

NICVA Condemns Racist Violence in Belfast and Stands in Solidarity with Ethnic Minority Communities

The Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action (NICVA) strongly condemns the mindless and appalling racist violence that occurred over the

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11th September 2024 admin

£450k Lough Neagh: Blue-Green Algae SBRI launched

Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) Minister Andrew Muir has today launched Phase one of the Lough Neagh:

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11th September 2024 admin

NICVA and trade unions unite to hold anti-racism rally at Stormont

Hundreds of people from the voluntary and community sector and trade unions gathered outside Parliament Buildings at Stormont yesterday (8

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11th September 2024 admin

Fundraising Regulator: Changes to the Fundraising Levy and registration fees

Celia Currie, Fundraising Regulator, provides an update on changes to the Fundraising Levy and registration fees.

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11th September 2024 admin

NICVA response to £20K charity registration threshold consultation

NICVA has submitted a response to the Department for Communities consultation on the introduction of a £20,000 charity registration threshold

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11th September 2024 admin

Charity bank account challenges update

Some organisations are still having issues with their bank over their bank account.  Over the last two years NICVA has continued to

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11th September 2024 admin

Date for Your Diary: All Party Group on the Voluntary & Community Sector Meeting September 2024

Arrangements for a September meeting of the All-Party Group on the Voluntary and Community Sector have now been confirmed.  

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11th September 2024 admin

SSE Airtricity seeks your help for newly established Generation Green Community Fund

The €5m/£4.3m Generation Green Community Fund will support sustainability projects across the island of Ireland. Local communities have the power and the

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11th September 2024 admin

Society lottery prize and ticket sale limits to change

The Department for Communities will be introducing proposals to increase the maximum prize limit for a society’s lottery as well

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11th September 2024 admin

General Election 2024: New Cabinet and NI’s new MPs

A landslide victory for Labour, a new Prime Minister and some shock results in Northern Ireland. Here’s a recap of

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11th September 2024 admin

New government, new opportunities

The election results and a new government bring a sense of optimism. It provides an opportunity to reset our relationship

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11th September 2024 admin

Job Start 50+ scheme – a guide for VCSE employers

A new scheme aimed at boosting the employment opportunities of the over-50s has been announced by the Department for Communities.

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11th September 2024 admin

Core grant funding allocated

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced that DoH core grant funding for voluntary and community sector organisations will be maintained

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11th September 2024 admin

Autumn 2024 Fundraising Clinics for NICVA Members

Free, one-hour fundraising advice clinics for NICVA members to discuss their fundraising needs.

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11th September 2024 admin

NI Budget 2024: Government departments consult on funding proposals

With the 2024-25 Budget announced by the Finance Minister on the 25th April 2024, Government Departments are consulting on the

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11th September 2024 admin

iCommunity’s All Island SDG Symposium – A Look Back

iCommunity’s recent All Island SDG Symposium featured a range of expert speakers and workshop hosts who shared their insights and

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11th September 2024 admin

Member Spotlight: Lighthouse – a journey of learning, were the right support can make a big impact

Lighthouse’s vision is to be a beacon of hope that works to guide people to a brighter tomorrow and is

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WCVA
6th September 2024 admin

Snorkelling for nature

The Wild Swimways project is protecting nature along the Menai Strait while introducing people to life under the water through

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WCVA
6th September 2024 admin

Consultation on the Code of Fundraising Practice

Join WCVA and the Fundraising Regulator for a consultation event on the new draft of the Code of Fundraising Practice.

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WCVA
28th August 2024 admin

Celebrating adult learning in Wales

Adult Learners’ Week is happening 9-15 September 2024, here’s how you can get involved and join the celebrations. Coordinated by

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WCVA
24th August 2024 admin

The growing ‘Willanthropy’ movement

We’re joining charities and legal professionals across the UK to champion gifts in Wills this Remember A Charity Week. This

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WCVA
20th August 2024 admin

Code of Practice for Funding the Third Sector – next steps

The consultation on the Code of Practice for Funding the Third Sector continues this September, here’s how you can get

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WCVA
15th August 2024 admin

Voluntary Organisation Banking Guide launched

As UK Finance launches a banking guide for the sector, we walk you through some of the challenges it hopes

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WCVA
13th August 2024 admin

The Welsh Charity Awards are back for 2024!

After last year’s overwhelming success, we’re excited to announce that the Welsh Charity Awards are back for 2024, and nominations

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WCVA
13th August 2024 admin

WCVA trustee elections now open

Whatever your background or experience, develop your skills, widen your network and help us make a bigger difference in Wales

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WCVA
3rd August 2024 admin

Report shows volunteering increases skills and confidence

The Association of Ambulance Chief Executives has published the results of its first ever national volunteering survey of the ambulance

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WCVA
30th July 2024 admin

WCVA at the National Eisteddfod

We can’t wait for the 2024 National Eisteddfod in Rhondda Cynon Taf, here’s what you can expect from our voluntary

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WCVA
30th July 2024 admin

Charity Hall of Fame launches to celebrate sector’s achievements

Based on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Charity Hall of Fame aims to gather together the incredible

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WCVA
16th July 2024 admin

New, improved Voluntary Sector Data Hub launches

We’re excited to announce an update to our Voluntary Sector Data Hub, featuring a new look and feel along with

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WCVA
16th July 2024 admin

The role of volunteering in care homes in Wales

A new research study is looking for participants to understand how volunteering contributes to social care. THE NEW STUDY The Welsh

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WCVA
12th July 2024 admin

Bursary for leaders in Wales returns

The Walter Dickie Leadership Bursary is now open for applications, helping leaders in the voluntary sector to grow and develop

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WCVA
12th July 2024 admin

Bursary for leaders in Wales returns

The Walter Dickie Leadership Bursary is now open for applications, helping leaders in the voluntary sector to grow and develop

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WCVA
5th July 2024 admin

Role of voluntary sector in health and care in Wales

WCVA’s Health and Care Project has published a new report on the importance of the voluntary sector to health and

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WCVA
22nd June 2024 admin

Relationships between the voluntary and statutory sectors

Our Helpforce Cymru project and the Bevan Commission have published a new paper looking at how the voluntary and statutory

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WCVA
15th June 2024 admin

Work for us – two new roles at WCVA

We’re hiring for the positions of ‘Business & Relationship Development Manager’ and ‘National Sports Diversity Officer’ WHY WORK AT WCVA?

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WCVA
8th June 2024 admin

‘I went from the quietest one to taking the lead’

This Volunteers’ Week we are bringing you the story of how the Volunteering Wales Main Grant has helped transform Mike

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WCVA
8th June 2024 admin

Explore safeguarding training with WCVA

Our safeguarding courses are designed especially for voluntary organisations in Wales and cover a range of different levels and responsibilities.

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Families And Young PeopleHealth And Social CareSCVO
5th June 2024 admin

Scots parents tormented by the spectre of poverty and mental illness

Parents are finding it increasingly difficult to cope

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Culture And LeisureEnvironment And InternationalFamilies And Young PeopleFunding And FinanceHealth And Social CareManagementRegeneration And HousingSCVOSocial Justice And Poverty
5th June 2024 admin

Volunteers’ Week: 40 years of celebrating a vital force in our communities

“Volunteering is priceless but I think it is important to recognise that its estimated value to the Scottish economy is

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Funding And FinanceManagementSCVO
5th June 2024 admin

Charities should unlock assets and reserves as billions estimated to be held

Charites should invest cash instead of letting it become stagnant

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Funding And FinanceHealth And Social CareManagementSCVO
5th June 2024 admin

Charity launches own lottery

Chance to scoop £25,000 jackpot

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ManagementSCVO
4th June 2024 admin

Girlguiding volunteers find high levels of happiness

New research shows high happiness levels

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Environment And InternationalSCVO
4th June 2024 admin

Public wants to see more action on beaver reintroductions

Government agencies dragging their heels on restoring the keystone species, say campaigners

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Environment And InternationalFamilies And Young PeopleManagementSCVOSocial Justice And Poverty
4th June 2024 admin

Research shows decline in volunteer recruitment as charities fail to invest

Organisations have failed to resource hiring volunteers

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Culture And LeisureManagementSCVO
1st June 2024 admin

Stunning hostel reopens after refurbish

Set on the banks of Loch Lomond

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Health And Social CareSCVO
1st June 2024 admin

Campaigners urge election candidates to back new vape laws

Industry is targeting young people

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Culture And LeisureEnvironment And InternationalFunding And FinanceSCVO
1st June 2024 admin

Fund paves way for improved local active travel networks

A further £1.168million is now available.

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Health And Social CareManagementSCVOSocial Justice And Poverty
31st May 2024 admin

Fundraising dinner raises £80k for north east charity

It provides ongoing life-changing care and support services

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Funding And FinanceManagementSCVO
31st May 2024 admin

Report reveals barriers ethnic minorities face in gaining social investment

Report shows investors do not do nearly enough

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Funding And FinanceManagementSCVO
30th May 2024 admin

Call for dormant assets to be redirected to tackle financial exclusion

The Dormant Assets Scheme (DAS) was expanded last year to include other financial sectors including pensions and insurance.

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Culture And LeisureFamilies And Young PeopleFunding And FinanceHealth And Social CareManagementRegeneration And HousingSCVOSocial Justice And Poverty
30th May 2024 admin

Cruel Summer: exclusive – Edinburgh’s homeless forced from hotels as Taylor Swift comes to town

Homeless people have been informed they are to be removed from their hotel-style accommodation in Edinburgh as Taylor Swift comes

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Health And Social CareManagementSCVO
30th May 2024 admin

Fife sight loss charity appoints new co-ordinator to boost vital volunteer numbers

Seescape has welcomed Graham Ross to the role. 

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WCVA
29th May 2024 admin

gofod3 – one week to go!

With one week to go until gofod3, take a look at the exciting programme of events and be sure to

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WCVA
29th May 2024 admin

Your guide to health and social care events at gofod3

WCVA’s free admission flagship event, gofod3 is Wales’ space for the voluntary sector and features a huge variety of speakers,

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Funding And FinanceManagementSCVO
29th May 2024 admin

New cohort of mentees to take part in 12-month programme

Legacy Futures and The Elischer Foundation announced this year’s picks.    

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Health And Social CareSCVO
29th May 2024 admin

System failure: Scotland needs urgent plan for the care of people with dementia

As financial pressures build, provision in many areas is now at risk of collapse

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ManagementRegeneration And HousingSCVOSocial Justice And Poverty
29th May 2024 admin

Charity saves public purse £300m through unique approach to prevent homelessness

It makes the claim in a study it has commissioned

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Health And Social CareManagementSCVO
29th May 2024 admin

New CEO for Aberdeen Cyrenians

Brings a wealth of experience to the role

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Funding And FinanceManagementRegeneration And HousingSCVO
29th May 2024 admin

UK Shared Prosperity Fund would be ditched under Tory National Service plan

The proposal would be funded by winding down the UKSPF programme by 2028. 

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Health And Social CareSCVOSocial Justice And Poverty
29th May 2024 admin

Survey will inform respite services in Scotland

Carers have a right to take a break

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Environment And InternationalManagementSCVOSocial Justice And Poverty
28th May 2024 admin

NGOs urge UK to back ICJ ruling on Rafah

UK needs to back groups and condemn Israel’s continued assault in the region

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Health And Social CareRegeneration And HousingSCVOSocial Justice And Poverty
28th May 2024 admin

Third and public sectors must unite to eradicate child poverty

Scotland’s first minister made it one of his key aims of government

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SCVOSocial Justice And Poverty
28th May 2024 admin

The myth of Scotland’s rural idylls masks a reality of poverty and inequality

Charities and MSPs say more must be done to tackle rural poverty

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ManagementSCVO
28th May 2024 admin

Scottish regulator issues new charity guidance ahead of the general election

Update reflects changes in electoral law and has been prepared with the help of the Electoral Commission

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WCVA
26th May 2024 admin

Strengthening partnership between Wales & Africa

Nine projects have been awarded funding in the latest round of Welsh Government’s Wales and Africa grant scheme. The Wales

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Culture And LeisureSCVOSocial Justice And Poverty
25th May 2024 admin

New film celebrates media co-op’s 20 years of campaigning

It features asylum-seekers and people with disabilities getting behind the camera, award-winning feminist animation, international peace-building, protests and pipers

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