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How Charities Are Tackling Digital Exclusion in 2025

27 May, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion

Digital access is essential in today’s world, but many people still face barriers getting online. From rural blackspots to limited digital skills, the challenges are real.

Save Money and Time with ThinkingFuel – Your Community Oil Buying Scheme

26 May, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion

ThinkingFuel is Community Action Norfolk’s free heating oil buying scheme, designed to help households, community groups, and businesses across Norfolk save money and time. 
By ordering together, our members benefit from competitive prices, expert support, and hassle-free service.

Join the Call: Demand a Social Security System That Covers Life’s Essentials

23 May, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion

Trussell Trust food banks – including those here in Norfolk – are uniting to urge MPs to take action on social security. They’re organising an open letter calling for benefits to be set at a level that ensures everyone can afford life’s essentials, like food, heating, and hygiene.

Why Housing and Health Go Hand-in-Hand in Our Rural Communities

19 May, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Housing

A new report from Crisis and Health Equals lays bare the health impacts of unaffordable housing. 

Princess Anne's urgent call for Rural Housing Action at RHE Conference

11 May, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Housing

Key stakeholders attended the 2025 Rural Housing Conference to support urgent action on the rural housing crisis. With rising prices and limited affordable homes, the event highlighted the vital role of Rural Housing Enablers and the need for long-term investment to secure thriving rural communities.

How Secure Rural Homes Support Children’s Education

09 May, 2025by Caitlin MackayChildren and young people, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Housing

 

We all know how important it is for children to have a safe, stable place to call home. But a recent report by the Children’s Commissioner has put that into sharp focus - showing just how much housing instability can affect children’s education. And in rural areas, where these issues are often hidden, the impact can be even greater.

Brancaster Village Hall’s Journey to Energy Efficiency

06 May, 2025by Caitlin MackayEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Energy Case Studies, West Norfolk

When rising energy costs threatened the future of Brancaster Village Hall, the local community took matters into their own hands. Discover how this small Norfolk village hall transformed into a model of sustainability.

Ten Years of CAN: Strategic aims, then and now

01 May, 2025by Caitlin MackayEditorial, Comment and Opinion

A look back at Community Action Norfolk’s strategic journey over the past decade – how our aims have evolved and how we’ve grown as an organisation.

Abolishing NHS England: What You Need to Know

07 Apr, 2025by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Health and social care

The government has announced plans to abolish NHS England and bring it under direct government control. Here are the key points from the announcement.

CAN Turns Ten! Our Story So Far

20 Mar, 2025by Caitlin MackayEditorial, Comment and Opinion

On 1st April 2015, Community Action Norfolk (CAN) was formed through the merger of Norfolk Rural Community Council and West Norfolk Voluntary Community Action, combining their expertise to strengthen support for Norfolk’s voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector.

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