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Charity Guidance for General Election Campaigns

20 May, 2024by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion

As the political landscape evolves, charities find themselves at the forefront of crucial discussions, advocating for their causes while upholding legal obligations and public trust. Here, we provide essential insights and resources to empower charity leaders in making informed decisions.

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.

Introducing CAN's New Rural Housing Enabler

02 May, 2024by Caitlin MackayHousing, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities

In an effort to uplift rural areas and assist local communities, the government has initiated the Unleashing Rural Opportunity Strategy. As a part of this strategy, a network of Rural Housing Enablers (RHEs) have been appointed across England where a need to support the provision of rural homes through Rural Exception Sites. The Rural Housing Enablers will be in post until March 2025 to address the critical need for affordable housing in rural England.

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. 

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