Human Resources Training Series 2019
People are our greatest asset and so it’s important ensure that they are developed, supported and managed well. NICVA and
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People are our greatest asset and so it’s important ensure that they are developed, supported and managed well. NICVA and
Read moreWith the UK scheduled to leave the European Union in 12 weeks and less than a month left to agree
Read moreEvery January here at NCVO we come back to work with mixed feelings: a sense of gloom because of the
Read moreThe majority of travel rights and protections will remain unchanged for most people. Passengers shouldn’t experience any difference to their
Read morePolice Scotland investigate man who videos himself tryting to pick up women in Glasgow
Read moreOrganisations hit by funding cuts in Edinburgh are planning their next moves as they bid to continue supporting the community
Read moreAnother government climbdown as Rudd realises two child cap was unworkable
Read moreMore than 90 organisations have backed plans for a review of the effect Brexit will have on social care
Read moreLast year I wrote about the development of a new long-term plan for the health service, a piece of work
Read moreWCVA is part of Third Sector Support Wales, a network of support organisations for the third sector in Wales, comprising ourselves
Read moreScots purchased over 3,000 Christmas trees for people in need
Read moreA study by Stonewall Scotland has revealed the poor level of mental health among LGBT people
Read moreCorinne Hutton praised for her amazing resiliance
Read moreWelcome to our latest update on events in Westminster that might impact charities. This month we look at the upcoming
Read moreBoost for charity which helps women get employment
Read moreA charity worker is setting out to run 14 ultramarathons in a bid to help rebuild war torn areas of
Read moreThe charity is seeing huge increases in sales as other retailers struggle
Read moreCompany caused outrage attempting to evict asylum seekers
Read moreThe online auction site saw its charitable activities increase in 2018
Read moreCancer Research is set to hold fundraising events across the country as it looks to continue vital work to tackle
Read moreWoodland Trust Scotland is looking to raise £1.6 million to allow Ben Shieldaig to flourish
Read moreBig changes to Scots charity law proposed
Read moreA leading third sector figure will oversee vital scrutiny of Scotland’s new social security system
Read moreScots who need financial advice have been urged to contact a free helpline
Read moreFathers Network Scotland is set to lead a new pilot project which aims to tackle postnatal depression among men
Read moreJudging charities by comparing pennies-in-the-pound spent on the front line is pointless, says CLIC Sargent CEO Kate Lee. It’s time
Read moreThe Big Lottery Fund is pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Beggs as the new Northern Ireland Director to
Read moreI write to you at the beginning of what many believe is going to be an historic year for the UK. There
Read moreHave your say on Scottish charity law
Read moreThe amount of concerns raised by the public over illegal sales of dogs has trebled, figures have shown
Read moreRollout for flawed scheme stalled yet again
Read moreHeloisa Righetto writes about aligning the four pillars of the PACT with social media If you missed part 1, click
Read moreNow that we’re back at work after the holidays, we thought it would be interesting to see what our users
Read moreMost people think charity lotteries should be allowed to compete fairly with the National Lottery
Read moreA variety of third sector staff and volunteers are set for a visit to Buckingham Palace after being recognised in
Read moreScottish charities have combined forces to raise awareness of hearing or vision problems among Scotland’s veterans
Read moreEnvironmental groups have said tougher action is needed after Glasgow introduced restrictions on buses
Read moreDesigner bargains aplenty as well as some very unusual stock up for grabs
Read moreA schoolgirl is calling for signage on disabled bathrooms to be more inclusive
Read moreThe Red Cross has produced a study which shows many adults have little links with their local community
Read moreScotland’s nature faces a fight to survive in the face of climate change, environmental groups have warned
Read moreHeloisa Righetto reflects on the importance of using social media in a meaningful way. After reading the Civil Society Futures
Read moreWith 2018, employers had to grapple with the introduction of the GDPR and gender pay reporting. Our corporate partner Ellis
Read moreSocial enterprise uses surplus food to feed city’s children
Read moreYour unwanted gifts could transform lives
Read moreComments lead to charity chair stepping down
Read moreCeltic FC Foundation has raised £240,000 through its 2018 Christmas appeal, making it the most successful to date
Read moreRecord sum donated as airport announces new partner
Read moreEmergency beds have been created for people who are homeless in Edinburgh – just in time for Christmas
Read moreCharity Commission launches investigation
Read moreIn 2018 we published 51 blogs covering everything from digital strategies to mental health advice. Here are some of the
Read moreOne of Scotland’s most iconic species is effectively extinct, a conservation charity has said
Read moreGrameen Foundation Scotland has collapsed in the face of insurmountable debts
Read moreMany of us would be willing to receive fewer Christmas presents and instead see the money go to a good
Read moreYMCA Glenrothes has been recognised for its work in revamping empty housing for use by those at risk of homelessness
Read moreThe amount Scottish retailers are passing on to the charity sector has dropped after sales of single use bags dropped
Read moreCaring Soles provides vital footcare to the elderly, but its future is in doubt after being a victim of community
Read moreA Leith community centre that provides a range of counselling and mental health services for young people has won praise
Read moreRunners say they will raise cash for a popular cause but don’t
Read moreThe Department of Health today (20 December) published an update report on progress with the implementation of recommendations from the Inquiry
Read moreOn the 30 November, NICVA hosted a roundtable discussion session to discuss the current issues, impacts and future challenges in
Read moreThe following briefing has been collated by the Health and Social Care Board.
Read moreNCVO’s 2019 Annual Conference is happening on 1 April 2019, during our exciting centenary year. At what is an uncertain time
Read more‘Tis the season to be jolly, and nothing spreads more festive cheer than an update on the key policy and
Read moreWork will begin on the unique and important wildlife habitat in spring 2019
Read moreGeorge and Amal Clooney are set to attend the People’s Postcode Lottery Charity Gala in Edinburgh
Read moreSingle parents who helped co-design Scotland’s new early years benefits met First Minister Nicola Sturgeon this week
Read moreBarnardo’s, Quarriers and Aberlour face historic claims of abuse made by hundreds of alleged victims
Read moreA year in Charity Governance This is my last round up of the year. In 2018 governance has continued as
Read moreYesterday, Suraj Vadgama (Product Lead at CAST) shared three things that stand out from his data visualisation to explore themes
Read moreApp will help preschool children cope with anxiety
Read moreHome Office wants to deport the popular volunteer who has lived in Scotland since she was 13
Read moreThe Scottish Government has vowed to take action to tackle the growing problem of loneliness in Scottish society
Read moreLoud music can damage hearing
Read moreCaledonia Cremation is hoping to support the 1,000 Scots who will lose a loved one over Christmas
Read moreWhopping amount raised by 20,000 inspirational walkers in 2018
Read moreCommunity campaigners in north Edinburgh are coming together with six voluntary organisations to fight dramatic funding cuts to local health
Read moreSplit payments should be prioritised says MSP
Read moreThe Big Lottery Fund has undertaken a review of a £500,000 grant to Mermaids after receiving a wide range of
Read moreThe EU Citizens’ Rights Project has created a website to help those who fear for their future after Brexit
Read moreGift card fraud is on the rise
Read moreAfter seven years the chief executive is to move to a new role
Read moreCitizens Advice Scotland has said new rules will help to hold companies to account
Read moreThose fighting addiction issues or reintegrating into society are benefitting from a new project in Glasgow
Read moreA further 7,500 workers across Scotland are set to be uplifted to at least the real Living Wage by April
Read moreCharity says UK is selling arms to Saudi but criticising it for the Yemen crisis
Read moreOfficial figures do not come near the reality of rough sleeping across Britain
Read moreA new report has nailed the link between the persecution of birds of prey and grouse moor management
Read moreNo extra cash at Christmas under universal credit
Read moreThe Poverty Alliance and CPAG have said more could have been done to help those stuck in poverty
Read moreVulnerable people could be left without the opportunity to gain employment training after a funding scheme closed abruptly
Read moreThe number of young people with mental health problems who were sent to unsuitable adult wards has risen by a
Read moreMSPs discussed specialist school education for blind and partially sighted pupils on a visit to the Royal Blind School
Read moreThe Scottish Children’s Lottery has announced it has raised £3 million to support children in every corner of Scotland
Read moreNew cook school promotes benefits of home cooking
Read moreThings are always a little quiet in the run up to the holidays, but we have a Christmas cracker of
Read moreAt the beginning of summer I produced a data visualisation to explore different themes in grant funding. Something that felt
Read moreThe Department of Health has provided an update on progress in health transformation including updates on workforce planning, progress of the
Read moreHolocaust Memorial Day is a time to remember the millions of people murdered during the Holocaust, under Nazi Persecution and
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