NCVO warns against softening public benefit requirements
The National Council for Voluntary Organisation (NCVO) has warned the Charity Commission against softening its upcoming guidance on public benefit.
The call was made in response to the Charity Commission’s consultation on a new public benefit requirement for charities due to come into effect next year. Continue reading…
Third sector makes nation ‘happier’
The third sector plays a significant part in enhancing the "wellbeing and happiness" of the nation, according to the Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organisations (Acevo).
The association published a report last week calling on the government to acknowledge the contribution the third sector makes to the nation’s happiness. Continue reading…
£500,000 awarded to homelessness schemes
A fund of £500,000 was awarded yesterday to innovative schemes that deal with youth homelessness.
Crash pads for teenagers, supported lodgings and a text message service offering housing options were among some of the schemes to win support.
Partnerships in 27 local authorities are receiving a share of the money. Continue reading…
Lancaster consults on gender equality scheme
Lancaster city council is seeking the views of the public on its new gender equality scheme.
The scheme, which can be viewed in full on the Lancaster city council website, has been developed to ensure the council promotes gender equality in its work. Continue reading…
Unitary bids to undergo prioritisation plan
Sixteen areas across England that are currently being considered for unitary status will be ranked in order of priority should too many bids emerge as eligible, it was announced yesterday.
Local government minister Phil Woolas said that the move would be made to ensure that any local government restructuring that does go ahead will benefit the taxpayer. Continue reading…
