The inside track: December 2018
Our latest update on what’s going on in Westminster that might impact charities includes more on the parliamentary Brexit deadlock
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Our latest update on what’s going on in Westminster that might impact charities includes more on the parliamentary Brexit deadlock
Read moreNICVA marked 80 years on 7th December, with a conference to celebrate the vital role the voluntary and community sector
Read moreDespite knowing all the perils of spam, phishing and malware-laden emails you will still get one that looks fairly good
Read moreChristmas is coming and those that are a bit last-minute like me may still be trying to find that perfect
Read moreThe Third Brexit Forum took place on 5 December 2018 and a summary of this event will soon be available. The
Read moreWelcome to our final impact round-up for 2018. Each month at NCVO Charities Evaluation Services we summarise the latest news
Read moreAlex Fox OBE, independent chair of the Joint VCSE Review, Vice Chair of TLAP and CEO of the charity, Shared
Read moreWhat we know about Britain’s largest charities The NCVO research team has been taking a closer look at our largest
Read moreSCVO is calling on organisations to complete its State of the Sector survey to help it lobby for a better
Read morePilton Community Health Project has had its funding slashed by the council and health board operating under Edinburgh Integrated Joint
Read moreThe gap in lung cancer deaths between rich and poor is increasing, new figures have shown
Read moreA ground-breaking investment of £2.5 million has been announced by the Life Changes Trust
Read moreA woman who has knitted every day for the last 30 years has created a variety of Christmas teddies for
Read moreCorporate partner remains defiant despite other sports ditching the sexist portrayal of women
Read moreA charity has called on the Scottish Government to protect cash earmarked for care leavers
Read moreZero Waste Scotland has highlighted the amount of Santa suits that are binned immediately after the charity event
Read moreThe Institute of Statecraft has been criticised for political tweets – but claims it has been the victim of a
Read moreNight workers urged to report concerns via dedicated helpline
Read moreAn event aimed at tackling financial exclusion in Scotland will take place at the Scottish Parliament
Read moreThis year, over 1,500 causes were supported with grants from the trusts
Read morePolice have been accused of terrorising the Kurdish community in Scotland
Read moreFamilies who plan on buying a dog this Christmas are being warned to walk away if they suspect it has
Read moreWind turbines managed to provide more energy than was required in Scotland for the first time last month
Read moreMore people took part this year but less money was raised
Read moreA study by the Mental Health Foundation has called for greater support for children and staff within schools
Read moreCampaigners want the Scottish Government to use its budget to urgently help families struggling to get by
Read moreAlmost 3,000 people have signed a letter calling for the Scottish Government to address the barriers autistic children face to
Read moreCampaigners will be out in force this weekend as they call for a rethink on Brexit
Read moreIssues such as cyber-bullying and relationship problems are worrying youngsters, with girls making up 88% of those who contact Childline
Read moreA study by Citizens Advice Scotland has shown the extent of in-work poverty
Read moreVegans are demanding that animal-free options should be guaranteed on the menu at every school and hospital in Scotland
Read moreThe city plans to use the momentum behind its failed European Volunteering Capital bid to host two major events in
Read moreNew corporate sponsorships and a large legacy have led to an increase in an environmental charity’s income
Read moreOn Monday 3rd December 2018, the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and NHS England jointly launched STOMP–STAMP. This
Read moreVODG has backed the the Learning Disability and Autism Leaders’ List 2018 and the results of the first national listing
Read moreDecember 10 marked 70 years since the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) at the UN in
Read moreOn 4 December, NICVA held the first meeting of the revamped Public Affairs Forum. This Forum brings together people working in
Read moreGuidance for organisations who collect criminal records data in recruiting employees or volunteers.
Read moreA series of free practical workshops for treasurers or personnel of small charities to help them establish appropriate financial systems
Read moreThe new year is on the horizon and 2019 is NCVO’s centenary year. We are offering ten frontline organisations the
Read moreInternational Volunteer Day 2018 International Volunteer Day 2018 was on 5 December, designated by the United Nations in 1985 as
Read moreThis is to help civil society organisations in Wales get to grips with Brexit and prepare for all potential scenarios. The
Read moreFour ACEVO members talk to Maisie Hulbert about the changes #HearMeToo could prompt across the sector The first blog for
Read moreLast month, charities’ right to speak out was once again in the spotlight. An investigation by the Times uncovered how
Read moreA union is taking legal advice in an unprecedented bid to force a major care charity to cooperate in the
Read moreThe city has missed out on its bid to become European Volunteering Capital, but has pledged to continue to build
Read moreA foodbank has been given extra cash to deal with the impact of Universal Credit
Read moreMND Scotland has created videos using the voices and experiences of real people with MND to provide practical tips and
Read moreThe Charities Aid Foundation has found 1.5 million people who donated last week are likely to support charity in the
Read moreTwo charities have called for clarity for young people on a range of issues
Read moreThe Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership has failed to meet targets set by inspectors
Read morePolice are investigating after money which was set to go to charity was stolen from a community centre
Read moreA charity is calling for a national campaign to promote the benefits of employing staff with learning disabilities
Read moreThe majority of people feel angry, upset, or frustrated about the state of homelessness across the country, but feel powerless
Read moreJobs website compiles the UK’s best charity employers
Read moreThe NSPCC is calling for donations to its Christmas appeal to ensure it can be there for children in need
Read moreCancer Research UK is calling for a clamp down on multi-buy supermarket offers
Read moreThe Scottish Government must take action to act as an international leader on climate change, campaigners have said
Read moreThe Joseph Rowntree Foundation has said Britain must decide if it is committed to fighting poverty
Read moreA social enterprise has helped older people to show off their social media skills through a new Alternative Advent Calendar
Read moreScotland’s only not-for-profit funeral director has won a major social enterprise accolade
Read moreA Scots town is aiming to be the first in the country to be declared plastic-free
Read moreAn innovative home is set to be the model of how Scotland will transform the lives of people with disabilities
Read moreA landmark court ruling will decide whether a sacked charity worker’s veganism is a philosophical belief, just like a religion.
Read moreThe Glasgow Winter Night Shelter provided accommodation for more than 500 people last winter
Read moreEdinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity has already received enough chocolate for all the kids who will spend Christmas in hospital
Read moreThe Eric Liddell Centre featured in a documentary hosted by Darcey Bussell about the benefits of dance for mental health
Read moreYoung people with physical or mental disabilities can get upto £7,500 from the Independent Living Fund Scotland’s Transition Fund
Read moreA study by the MS Society has revealed those fighting the condition are 12 times more likely to be isolated
Read moreA guest blog reflecting on the Fundraising Regulator’s work with NI charities since March 2018 and its future plans.
Read moreHappy International Volunteer Day! Today is the day to celebrate volunteering around the world. Led by the UN, this year’s
Read moreThursday 22 November saw yet another busy networking event take place in East Belfast as part of the SIF funded
Read moreIt’s the time of year again when NICVA will be participating in a food drive to support families living in
Read moreEach year, when we publish the Civil Society Almanac, we focus on answering top-level questions. For example: how many people
Read moreThe election ran from 30 October to 13 November and included a record 25 nominations, featuring a diverse range of
Read moreGary Shipsey , managing director at Protecture, talks about the links between data protection and the Charity Commission’s statement of
Read moreTrustees’ report and consolidated Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2018
Read moreAdverse publicity clauses in government contracts Last month the Times reported that charities and companies working with Universal Credit claimants have
Read moreFour ACEVO members talk to Heloisa Righetto about what #HearMeToo means for them Every year, 25 November marks the International
Read more(Mrs Shael Dickie and Phil Fiander, Deputy Chief Executive WCVA, presenting Isla Horton with the Walter Dickie Leadership Bursary)
Read morePlease book your place on Eventbrite. WCVA, in partnership with Cardiff University, has formed a project to help the third sector
Read moreThe Awards celebrate and support great front-line charities in the North of England, the Midlands and Wales working in the
Read moreAutumn budget recap This year’s autumn budget was notable for pushing back major spending decisions – particularly on public services issues –
Read moreLast year Voluntary Arts Wales ran its first large-scale survey to gauge the mood, ambitions and needs of the people
Read moreTechnology is ever-evolving: mainframes, minis, desktops, laptops, mobiles, networks, the web and now the Cloud. There used to be lots
Read moreThis article provides a brief legal update and offers some practical advice to guide organisations through the festive party season.
Read moreSince October 2017, NICVA has been involved as a partner of The Next Chapter Project.
Read moreIt was great to see over 80 members at the Building resilience and managing risk members’ event on 12 November
Read moreThis month’s #NICVAPeople interview is with Dr Helena Mc Elhinney.
Read moreLast Monday something really exciting happened. My Twitter timeline – and the rest of the UK’s, according to what was
Read moreNICVA joined with Rural Community Network and Nature Matters NI to issue the following joint letter welcoming the progress made in
Read moreLast year we developed a new strategic framework and plan for change, a five year plan for 2017-22 to help
Read moreThe focus of the project is to improve people’s soft skills and help them get closer to the jobs market
Read moreManaged by Y Lab and funded by Welsh Government, Innovate to Save grants will be used to test new ideas
Read moreGillian Murray talks about how you can take forward the Charity Digital Code of Practice in your charity. Gillian is CEO
Read moreOur latest update on what’s going on in Westminster that might impact charities includes a new civil society minister, news
Read moreVODG has supported Skills for Care to develop illustrate case examples, which are based on real-life scenarios of people with
Read moreNICVA welcomes the significant step forward made by the draft EU withdrawal agreement towards addressing many key issues of concern
Read moreThis week John Penrose MP was appointed as Minister of State at the Northern Ireland Office.
Read moreVODG and its members are constructively challenging the narrative of voluntary sector provision. Despite the glaring hole in social care
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