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Budget Challenges and Opportunities for the Voluntary Sector

15 Nov, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance, News Article

With the Autumn Budget finally announced, many in the voluntary and community sector are looking closely at how these updates will affect the work they do and the people they serve, especially in rural communities. This year’s budget brings with it some new funding initiatives, but also a few challenges, particularly for voluntary sector organisations, already stretched thin by rising costs and demand.  

Worried about energy costs? Here’s how to be in the know

12 Nov, 2024by Steve NunnEnergy Prices, Information, advice and guidance, News Article

We’re delivering free advice and awareness sessions for consumers, where you can find out how to be more energy efficient by making small changes in the home, and where you can get additional support.  

Trustees Week: Ensuring Charity Funds Serve Their Purpose

04 Nov, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance

It's Trustees Week (4th - 8th November)! As we celebrate trustees and their invaluable contributions to the charity sector, we also want to emphasise the importance of ensuring that charity funds are used responsibly and in line with the charity's mission and purposes.

Advice Week 2024

21 Oct, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance

Today marks the start of Advice Week, a time to celebrate the role that advice services like ours play in supporting the organisations and groups that shape and strengthen our communities.

Government unveils significant reforms to employment rights

15 Oct, 2024by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

On 10th October ministers unveiled the Employment Rights Bill, introduced within 100 days of the new government coming to office, to help deliver economic security and growth to businesses, workers and communities across the UK.

Digital Support Available in Norfolk

09 Oct, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base

Our  Referrers' Network Meetings are held biannually in North Norfolk and Breckland. During our September 2024 meeting, attendees requested that we compile a comprehensive list of digital services available in Norfolk for individuals who may be struggling to access the internet or require additional assistance in getting online. 

A Good Practice Guide: Working with Local Infrastructure Organisations to engage smaller VCFSE organisations

24 Sep, 2024by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

The Local Government Association has recently released a Good Practice Guide on collaborating with local infrastructure organisations to engage smaller VCFSE organisations.

Trustee Decision Making - Latest Guidance from the Charity Commission

24 Sep, 2024by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

The Charity Commission first published its guidance on trustee decision-making 11 years ago and whilst the principles remain, it was found that the length and style of the guidance put some people off, hence the need to develop a more user friendly guide.

Winter Fuel Payment withdrawal - what you need to know

17 Sep, 2024by Steve NunnEnergy Crisis Supporting Statements, Event, Information, advice and guidance, News Article

From winter 2024/2025, households in England and Wales will no longer be entitled to the Winter Fuel Payment unless they receive Pension Credit or certain other means-tested benefits. 

Norfolk County Council changes to Charging Policy

14 Aug, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance

On Monday 5th August 2024 Cabinet agreed to the following changes to Norfolk County Councils charging policies.

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