News: Sector News
Heatwave plan for England
4th JuneThe Heatwave Plan for England provides the latest advice from Public Health England on how to make appropriate preparations for summer heatwave events.
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The Institute for Voluntary Action Research (IVAR) offer online peer support sessions
4th JuneThese 90 minute sessions, for up to 10 voluntary sector leaders at a time, will give you the opportunity to explore and discuss the challenges you are currently experiencing, precipitated by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Read more...10 Days of Happiness
4th June10 Days of Happiness is a free 10-day online coaching program which guides you through daily actions for happier living.
Read more...Has your charity made use of Covid-19 Government support measures?
4th JuneCharity Tax Group are asking charities on the extent to which they have made use of Government Covid-19 support measures.
Read more...The Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme has gone live
4th JuneEmployers with fewer than 250 employees can now claim for coronavirus-related Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
Read more...Social connection in the COVID-19 crisis
4th JuneThe lockdown has reinforced the importance of digital inclusion, and has demonstrated the importance of the ‘old-fashioned’ ways of communicating.
Read more...Launch of the New NHS Test and Trace service
4th JuneAnyone who now tests positive for coronavirus will be contacted by NHS Test and Trace and will need to share information about their recent interactions.
Read more...Survey highlights need for remote employee volunteering
4th JuneA survey of community charities has highlighted the need for remote employee volunteering to help support charities and people across UK.
Read more...The 7 Stars Foundation Charity Support Fund – Launching July
4th JuneIn July, The 7 Stars Foundation is launching an unrestricted grant funding programme open to charities with a turnover of less than £1.5m across the UK who are working with at-risk young people
Read more...Rotherham Older People’s Forum Update
4th JuneOur management committee is meeting each week on-line to make sure members continue to be engaged and their interests represented in this challenging time.
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