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Companion Planting, what is it and what does it do?

16 May, 2024by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

Embrace companion planting to naturally deter pests and boost plant health and prioritise native and pollinator-friendly species to support local ecosystems. By adopting sustainable gardening practices, we can minimise our environmental footprint and create healthier, more vibrant gardens.

Local charity echoes national calls on next government not to leave rural communities behind

13 May, 2024by Caitlin MackayEconomy and enterprise, News Article, Press Release

Community Action Norfolk is urging candidates standing in the general election across Norfolk not to forget the needs and circumstances of people living and working in the countryside. 

Mental Health Awareness Week

09 May, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance, Mental health

Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 will take place from 13th to the 19th May, with the theme of “Movement: Moving more for our mental health.

Loneliness Awareness Week 2024

08 May, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance

Loneliness Awareness Week is running from the 10th to the 16th of June. Originally initiated by The Marmalade Trust in 2016, Loneliness Awareness Week was created to spotlight loneliness across the UK. This year’s theme is “random acts of connection” and aims to encourage everyone to increase those simple, everyday moments of connection which help us feel happier and less lonely.

Protecting charities from abuse for extremist purposes

29 Apr, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance, Staying safe and legal

The government has issued updated guidance aimed at charities, including those within the Community Transport sector, to effectively manage the risks associated with extremism.

Environment Report for Norfolk.

12 Apr, 2024by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

There are many ways to protect our environment by reducing pollution and waste, protecting natural areas and biodiversity, and enforcing regulations that keep our water and air clean. This report displays data relating to the environment in Norfolk using a series of indicators that illustrate the state of the environment in different areas

Norfolk's Climate Roadmap Unveiled: Advancing Towards a Greener Future

12 Apr, 2024by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion

Norfolk's climate policy, which has been born from the successful environment policy which councillors agreed in 2019, was endorsed by Cabinet on 4 March.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cyber security; knowledge is power.

09 Apr, 2024by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion

AI could make it easier for cyber criminals to increase the sophistication and success of their cyber threats, so it is vital that charities have a good understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals prior to widespread adoption of AI technology. 

Net Zero design guidance published to mark the start of Village Halls Week 2024

18 Mar, 2024by Caitlin MackaySupport for organisations and communities, Volunteering

Volunteers managing England’s 10,000+ rural community halls are being encouraged to ‘go green’ as part of the nationwide campaign which begins with a focus on what can be done to improve the energy efficiency of their buildings.

Norfolk's 450 village halls encouraged to ‘go green!’

15 Mar, 2024by Caitlin MackayEditorial, Comment and Opinion

Rural community buildings across the county will be considering how they can save energy and work with groups in their community to contribute to Net Zero this week as part of Village Halls Week.

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