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Rural Communities Still Facing Major Service Gaps

26 Aug, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Rurality

Rural communities in England continue to face significant challenges in accessing essential services. According to Rural England’s latest State of Rural Services 2025 report, many people living in rural areas struggle with gaps in transport, healthcare, and digital connectivity.

The UK Public Survey of Risk Perception, Resilience and Preparedness (2025)

22 Aug, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion

The first UK Public Survey of Risk Perception, Resilience and Preparedness (2025) shows that while most people recognise the risks of emergencies, many households and communities feel only slightly prepared.

Breckland: Protecting Our Countryside While Supporting Clean Energy

19 Aug, 2025by Julie GibsonBreckland, Editorial, Comment and Opinion

Breckland Council votes to protect our countryside from vast solar projects, while backing a fair, balanced approach to clean energy that works for local people and the environment.

Helping Norfolk’s Community Buildings Go Greener

30 Jul, 2025by Caitlin MackayEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities

There’s no shortage of passion in Norfolk’s community buildings when it comes to tackling climate change, but knowing how and where to start can be a real challenge. Many are run by volunteers, rely on tight budgets, and serve rural or low income areas where every penny counts. 

The Civil Society Covenant – A New Commitment to Working Together

24 Jul, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion

The Government has launched the Civil Society Covenant – a new commitment to working more closely with voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations. But what does it really mean for Norfolk’s VCSE sector and the groups we work with through the VCSE Assembly? Here’s a quick overview of what’s in the Covenant, why it matters, and how CAN is helping to make sure it leads to real change locally.

How the Charity Funding Landscape Has Changed and Its Impact on the VCSE Sector

23 Jul, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion, North Norfolk, West Norfolk

In recent years, the funding landscape for the UK’s voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector has undergone significant change. Reduced local authority support, rising operational costs, and increased competition for limited resources have made it much harder for charities to secure sustainable income.

Norfolk Leading the Way on Climate Action and Resilience

21 Jul, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion

Norfolk County Council has been ranked third-best in the UK for climate action, thanks to bold steps in cutting emissions, boosting green energy and tackling flood risk across the county.

Lighting the Way! Ipswich Road United Reformed Church’s Journey to Sustainability

15 Jul, 2025by Caitlin MackayEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Energy Case Studies

Tucked away on Eaton Rise in Norwich, the Ipswich Road United Reformed Church is a modest yet forward thinking faith community, quietly leading by example when it comes to sustainability. Established in 1952 to serve the newly developed estate, the church has since grown and evolved both in structure and in purpose. 

Meet The Team! Meet Ollie, our Rural Housing Enabler

10 Jul, 2025by Caitlin MackayEditorial, Comment and Opinion

Say hello to Ollie Brice, our Rural Housing Enabler here at Community Action Norfolk!

10 Years of CAN: Supporting Communities Through Change

02 Jun, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion

Changing Times: The Evolving Voluntary Sector and Its Impact.

Over the past decade, Community Action Norfolk (CAN) has been a steady hand through major changes in the voluntary sector. As the needs of communities have grown and the way organisations work has evolved, CAN has helped local groups adapt, grow, and thrive.

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