Some villages have community resilience plans, which often use their village hall as a "muster point" in emergencies, or even for emergency shelter. It is good practice to consider developing a plan even if you think your community is not likely to be at risk from events such as flooding.
The Charity Commission have published a new safeguarding strategy which stresses that safeguarding should be a priority for all charities, not just those working those who are vulnerable or at risk.
With the colder weather and longer nights approaching, a big worry for many people who live in ‘off-gas’ areas and depend on heating oil is the cost, so Community Action Norfolk is encouraging consumers to buy early and save money.
The government’s ‘Big Society’ concept has led to a radical re-evaluation of how local authorities deliver services. The aim is for a balance of power between citizen and state. At local level it’s very much about enabling and encouraging communities to take a greater active part in deciding upon and delivering local services.