News Archive: June 2018

UK Social Enterprise Awards 2018 General News Applications are now open for the 2018 UK Social Enterprise Awards. The Awards recognise organisations for their business excellence and contribution to society, as well as the achievements of people working at the heart of the sector. All social enterprises can apply, and there are specific categories that investors, corporates, public sector bodies and charities may also apply for. 18 Jun 2018
Two North East charities win Weston Charity Award General News Carers Trust Tyne and Wear and Independent Advocacy North East are today announced as a 2018 Weston Charity Awards winner and will receive a core grant of £6,500 and a year’s strategic planning support. 13 Jun 2018
Single Market access essential to protect North East economy after Brexit European Funding The UK must ensure that it retains access to the Single Market, have an open trading regime and maintain a stable regulatory framework with the European Union, to minimise the impact of Brexit on the North East economy. This is the key conclusion of ‘Leaving the European Union’ a report by a powerful regional economic group says today.   8 Jun 2018
IPPR: The charity workforce in post-Brexit Britain State of the Sector IPPR have published their report examining the potential implications of Brexit on the charity sector labour market, whilst considering how the government and the sector can work together to ensure the charity workforce thrives after the UK leaves the EU. 7 Jun 2018
Understanding Community Asset Transfer Funding and support Locality has recently launched Understanding Community Asset Transfer – a practical guide for community organisations. 7 Jun 2018
Volunteer Plus: a national website for volunteering VONNE News A new national Volunteer Plus website has launched as part of Volunteers Week 2018. Powered by Volunteer Plus software and the data of Volunteer Centres from 10 counties including Essex, Shropshire, Hampshire, Surrey, East Sussex and Newcastle, the website will enable volunteers throughout England to search for opportunities local to them. 4 Jun 2018