We are sharing this on behalf of the Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust.
"We have recently introduced a new leadership structure which saw us replace our care groups with five new localities at the start of 2025. The move will make it easier for us to collaborate for the benefit of our service users and deliver consistent, high-quality care in the places where people live, work and access services."
AI bots are becoming more advanced, and online attacks on charity events are on the rise. These attacks can be targeted or completely random, and some bots can now bypass common security measures. The biggest dangers are not knowing the risks and not taking action – read our practical, easy-to-follow advice to protect your charity’s online events and ensure AI tools are used securely.
Several Halls in West Norfolk have received letters from the Revenues Department at the Borough Council of Kings Lynn & West Norfolk, with a request that they applications for Small Business Rates Relief to be completed, to replace the Mandatory Charity Relief that they are currently in receipt of. We know that this has caused some concern as the government has made clear its intention to review the current Rates Reliefs. We have spoken to the Non-domestic Rates Team to understand the reason for this.
Volunteers are the backbone of communities, providing invaluable support to organisations, charities, and local initiatives. Their dedication and generosity help drive positive change, from supporting vulnerable individuals to preserving local heritage and running essential services. Without volunteers, many vital projects would struggle to function, making their contributions essential for fostering strong, connected, and thriving communities.
In February 2025, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) released its final guidance, Employment Practices and Data Protection: Keeping Employment Records. This comprehensive document provides crucial insights into employers’ obligations under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018).
New powers have been handed to Ofsted to crack down on exploitative children's care providers and transparency is to be increased around their finances.
From the 26th of October 2024, UK employers will have a new legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their workers, including harassment by third parties.