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Community Energy Awards 2016 - open for nominations
Community Energy England have announced nominations are now open for the 2016 Community Energy Awards. Nominations are made using a simple…
Read ArticleBig Energy Saving programme applications open for 2016/17
Applications are now being taken for the Big Energy Saving programme 2016/17 from third sector organisations and community groups across the UK.…
Read ArticleYour UK Parliament, Your Stories
The UK Parliament wants to publicise stories that highlight occasions when the public, either individually or as part of a wider group, have been…
Read ArticleComic Relief launches refreshes grants strategy
Comic Relief has launched its refreshed Grants strategy "working towards a world in which all people are safe, healthy, educated and empowered". This…
Read ArticleConsultation launched on Big Lottery Fund’s policy direction
The Cabinet Office has launched a consultation into new proposed policy directions for the Big Lottery Fund. Type here. The consultation, which…
Read ArticleNorthumberland/ North Tyneside CLLD developments
Recent workshops have taken place in Northumberland to assist in the development of the Northumberland CLLD Strategy and Local Action Group. Please…
Read ArticleFund opens to encourage use of smart meters
A new fund launches today, open to applications from not-for-profit organisations who can help engage people and communities across Britain with…
Read ArticleNorth East agrees devolution deal
From Evening Chronicle website 22th May 2016 Devolution was put firmly back on track this week as the leaders of six North East authorities voted to…
Read ArticleMarketing your services to CCGs and GPs presentations
VONNE held an event on 23rd May 2016 to help VCOs market their services to CCGs and GPs, by showcasing best practice from other organisations who…
Read ArticleEmployment at record high but NE unemployment is still highest
The North East still has the highest rate of unemployment in the country, according to figures released today. The latest Labour Market Statistics,…
Read ArticleVCSE Review report calls for central role for charities in health and care system
Charities should be deeply involved at every level of the health and care system, according to a new report backed by Alistair Burt, Simon Stevens…
Read ArticlePrison Reforms
In the Queen's Speech 2016 it was announced that there would be a prison reform and courts bill. The bill is being branded as the biggest shake…
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