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Conflicts of interest - and how to deal with them

23 Oct, 2020by Steve NunnConsultation, Economy and enterprise, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Planning, doing and learning, Staying safe and legal, Support for organisations and communities

A problem that inevitably arises for charities of all types is conflict of interest. In this article we will look at being aware of it, how to avoid it, and how to resolve it when it happens. 

Norfolk County Council's response to latest government COVID-19 measures

14 Oct, 2020by Steve NunnChildren and young people, Consultation, Covid-19 Updates, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Mental health, News Article, Older people, Planning, doing and learning, Press Release

In light of the resurgence of the pandemic and the government’s newly introduced three-tier measures, Norfolk County Council leaders are planning ahead for an uncertain winter.

Do you or your clients have experience of mental health crisis?

05 Oct, 2020by Clare FianderConsultation, Mental health

Would you like to help design effective crisis response services in Norfolk and Waveney?

Saving The Swan – community in action at Gressenhall

01 Oct, 2020by Steve NunnBreckland, Consultation, Economy and enterprise, Heritage, Housing, Information, advice and guidance, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities

The village hall, church and pub are three archetypal hubs of rural communities. Many communities across Norfolk have just one pub remaining, whilst some have lost even that.  A familiar story in recent years is that of saving the village pub, an effort requiring skillful organisation, focused fundraising and commitment from those involved.

CAN - working in partnership in West Norfolk

27 Aug, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Children and young people, Consultation, Economy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Funding, Health and social care, Housing, Knowledge Base, Mental health, News Article, Older people, Reports & Evidence, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities, Training, VCSE Sector Leadership Group, Volunteering, West Norfolk

CAN has a special service level agreement with the Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk (BCKLWN). We deliver a range of services across the Council’s area which, at 556 square miles, is the largest geographic local authority district in Norfolk.  And we very much value this relationship.

Rik's a Community Led Homes Accredited Adviser!

29 Jul, 2020by Steve NunnConsultation, Economy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Housing, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities

Rik Martin, our Development Manager, has been awarded status as a Community Led Homes Accredited Adviser, having completed an intensive course of training and study.

Rural Housing Week and Community-Led Housing

08 Jul, 2020by Steve NunnConsultation, Economy and enterprise, Housing, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Planning, doing and learning, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities

Affordable housing is at the heart of helping rural communities thrive and survive.  In this, Rural Housing Week, we are looking at why affordable housing is needed and why it’s important for residents to be involved.

Saving water: the forecast is less rain, more people

24 Jun, 2020by Steve NunnConsultation, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article

East Anglia is one of the driest regions of the UK, receiving about one-third less rainfall than the average for the rest of England; we actually get less rain than some areas of Spain! Here at CAN we help promote Anglian Water's awareness-raising campaigns.

Back to normal? Returning to the regular work environment – webinars for VCSE organisations - 12th and 15th June

10 Jun, 2020by Steve NunnBreckland, Consultation, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, North Norfolk, Planning, doing and learning, Staying safe and legal, Support for organisations and communities, Training, VCSE Sector Leadership Group, West Norfolk

CAN is hosting two Zoom webinars to discuss the practical issues to consider when returning to offices and other working environments. The first, this Friday, 12th June, is aimed at voluntary organisations and community groups based and operating in West Norfolk. The webinar will be repeated on Monday 15th June for organisations in North Norfolk.  

Running an effective 'virtual' meeting

14 May, 2020by Steve NunnConsultation, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Press Release, Training

Working from home under lockdown has become the ‘new normal’ for many voluntary and community organisations. Many of us are now learning to meet via video-link, and it brings new challenges in running an effective meeting!

 

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