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Rising energy bills? Join our energy bills advice and awareness session

24 Jan, 2022by Steve NunnEvent, Housing, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Training

If you or your beneficiaries are worried about energy bills, why not come along to one of our FREE online energy advice and awareness sessions? 

'Love Every Drop' - reducing water usage to protect out futures

21 Dec, 2021by Steve NunnEconomy and enterprise, Housing, Information, advice and guidance, News Article, Norwich

Anglian Water is asking us all to use less water – and for very good reasons. All of us, as consumers, can play our part.

Are you or your beneficiaries worried about rising energy bills?

16 Dec, 2021by Steve NunnEvent, Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Training

If you or your beneficiaries are worried about energy bills, why not come along to one of our FREE online energy advice sessions? 

Are you or your beneficiaries worried about rising energy costs?

04 Nov, 2021by Steve NunnEvent, Housing, Information, advice and guidance, News Article, Planning, doing and learning

If you, or your beneficiaries are worried about energy costs, why not come along to one of our FREE online energy advice sessions? 

Many householders are very worried right now about steeply-rising gas, electricity and heating oil prices. And with the onset of winter, many more homes are at risk of sliding into fuel poverty.  We'll tell you about what support is available and you’re invited to attend a free on-line session on Monday 29th November from 1.00-2.00pm and another on 25th January.

ThinkingFuel update – temporary change to heating oil deliveries

30 Sep, 2021by Steve NunnEconomy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Knowledge Base, News Article, Press Release

The panic buying witnessed at petrol stations across the UK, which has caused major delivery problems, is also affecting heating oil, with unprecedented demand and supply issues arising.  For the time being, instead of ThinkingFuel’s usual fortnightly collective ordering days, we are simply taking orders on a daily basis.

Saving water and the environment with a smart water meter

26 Aug, 2021by Steve NunnEconomy and enterprise, Housing, News Article, Norwich, Press Release

Norwich is the focus of a campaign to encourage consumers to use less water, to help protect the environment as well as save on water bills.

Without affordable housing, rural communities are at risk of becoming lifeless, dormitory settlements

06 Jul, 2021by Clare FianderEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Housing, Press Release

Our partners at ACRE have shared this press release (below) about growing concerns over the lack of new housing in rural communities – and it makes for interesting reading.  Community Action Norfolk, is a member of Eastern Community Homes – which provides a one stop shop for anyone considering community-led housing in the East of England.  Community Led Housing Advisor and Acting CEO of CAN, Rik Martin says:

Charities and community organisations – closing down vs other options: Part 2 - Ashwellthorpe

20 May, 2021by Steve NunnCase Study, Housing, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, South Norfolk, Staying safe and legal, Support for organisations and communities

This is Part 2 of last week's article about other options when Charities and Community Organisations might be considering closing down.  You can read Part 1 here.

Hethersett Hall - activities for residents during lockdown

18 May, 2021by Steve NunnCase Study, Covid-19 VCSE Story, Health and social care, News Article, Older people

Life has been exceptionally difficult for residents of care homes over the past year, with COVID-19 making visits from friends and family impossible. Only recently have we seen restrictions lifting enough such that visitors can once again be welcomed in. 

Charities and community organisations – closing down vs other options: Part 1

13 May, 2021by Steve NunnCase Study, News Article, South Norfolk, Sports, play and physical activity, Support for organisations and communities

More than 60 per-cent of community groups across England and Wales have been forced to reduce their services or close completely because of the pandemic, whilst two-thirds say need has increased in their communities. Closure can, however, be a positive move however, often arising from positive circumstances. And there are often other options. 

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