Details about the launch of a new £23.7 million programme supporting the prosperity and rejuvenation of the UK's coastal towns have been announced by the Government. The Coastal Communities Fund (CCF) will support the economic development of … [Read more...]
Government Announces Co-operatives Bill
February 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Government Announces Co-operatives Bill The Prime Minister, David Cameron has announced the Government's intention to introduce a Co-operatives Bill. In a wide-ranging speech on the economy in London, the Prime Minister has announced that … [Read more...]
Updated NLSE briefing paper on measuring the impact of your work
February 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Updated briefing paper on measuring the impact and outcomes of your work. This two page guide is intended as an overview and introduction to the world of social impact mapping and evalution. It looks at different approaches, considers why and how … [Read more...]
info4local, one-stop information gateway
February 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Info4local, aone-stop information gateway for people working in local public services. You can use this portal to get quick and easy access to the information you need from central government departments, agencies and public bodies. A site … [Read more...]
Business support for social enterprises – Research Findings
February 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Download the report: BIS: Business support for social enterprises - Findings from a longitudinal study (HTML format) Department for Business, Innovation and Skills Document type: Policy document, Date of publication: 23 January … [Read more...]
19th April: Crowdfunding your Social Enterprise (Manchester)
February 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Crowdfunding: using the power of social networks to finance projects or business ventures Crowdfunding is an innovative new way for building community, raising finance or market testing ideas Find out more about crowdfunding at … [Read more...]
Lattice Works SE programme PIP winners announced
February 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment
After a tense, emotional and exciting decision day event at the Storey Creative Arts Centre on the 25th January 2012, nine organisations (out of 14 seeking funding) shared the £25,000 of funding made available by Lancaster District Local Strategic … [Read more...]
Subsidised training courses available
February 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Make 2012 the year you get qualified with vision2learn Funded places are now available for 2012 on the following courses, which means you can learn from home and it won’t cost you a penny! Vision2learn could help you to achieve a … [Read more...]
22nd Feb: CICS and Co-ops – A Conference – in Burnley
February 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment
CICS and Co-ops – A Conference Interest in the CICS and Co-ops Conference is brisk, but we are still taking bookings. Thank you for those who have already booked – you should have received your confirmation – others please see below and … [Read more...]
Peer Mentoring Employment Coordinator at Anxiety UK (Manchester)
February 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Anxiety UK is the UK’s leading anxiety disorder charity (charity no.1113403). They have excellent strategic networks nationally and are supported by a committed staff and volunteer team. This post will build on the success of the existing … [Read more...]