Under the new energy price cap, average energy bills will be £1,568 a year - a reduction of 7% compared to the previous price cap. That’s good news, right? Except that standing charges will increase by 10%. And, despite these lower prices, typical bills will still be almost 30% higher than in winter 2021-22.
As part of our advocacy efforts for the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Sector in 2022 we identified a need for referrers to voice their concerns and share professional insights. To address this gap, we initiated Referrers' Network Meetings quarterly in Breckland and North Norfolk.
In an effort to uplift rural areas and assist local communities, the government has initiated the Unleashing Rural Opportunity Strategy. As a part of this strategy, a network of Rural Housing Enablers (RHEs) have been appointed across England where a need to support the provision of rural homes through Rural Exception Sites. The Rural Housing Enablers will be in post until March 2025 to address the critical need for affordable housing in rural England.
Volunteers managing England’s 10,000+ rural community halls are being encouraged to ‘go green’ as part of the nationwide campaign which begins with a focus on what can be done to improve the energy efficiency of their buildings.
In alignment with our Pay it Forward campaign, we have created a wishlist encompassing several essential items that will significantly contribute to the upkeep of our office.
In the age of digital communication, the humble appeal letter stands as a timeless and powerful tool for charitable organisations seeking support from their local communities.