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Coffey Inquiry looking into the issue of child sexual exploitation

28 Nov 2014 - 10:55 by michelle.foster

Called for by Tony Lloyd, and chaired by Ann Coffey MP, the Coffey Inquiry is looking into the issue of child sexual exploitation.

The inquiry will speak to agencies, experts, victims and their families, as well as drawing together the range of reports published on specific cases and the broader issue of child sexual exploitation. Where possible, evidence will be heard in public. The inquiry will then report back with recommendations on how agencies can work better together to respond effectively to the issue.

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AFCOM Directory - Life changing support for the Armed Forces Community

28 Nov 2014 - 10:54 by michelle.foster

National charity Veterans Council is unveiling AFCOM Directory, a revolutionary new website that has the potential to provide life-changing choices for members of the Armed Forces Community. To view the Directory, visit: www.afcom.directory  

As a result of Covenant funding and effective stakeholder engagement Veterans Council has worked with a team of specialists to completely revamp The Armed Forces Community Directory (AFComD).

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My Voice My Vote project for young people

28 Nov 2014 - 10:52 by michelle.foster

My Voice My Vote, is a ground breaking project for passionate young people who have completed the National Citizen Service (NCS) programme, however you won’t be turned away if you haven’t completed the NCS programme.

As an NCS progression pathway, the My Voice My Vote aim is to get young people more democratically engaged through social action. It’s a fantastic opportunity for young people to build on what they learnt through NCS and act on issues they are passionate about as young people are becoming more and more disconnected to those who are in power.

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Making good - The future of the Voluntary Sector

28 Nov 2014 - 10:50 by michelle.foster

Making good - The future of the Voluntary Sector is a collection of essays by voluntary sector leaders.

In these essays, 29 voluntary sector leaders and commentators give their views on where and how voluntary organisations could add most value to society over the next decade.

Most are from the UK but there are also some illuminating contributions from or about other countries.

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Local Markets 2014

28 Nov 2014 - 10:49 by michelle.foster

Your local market has Christmas wrapped up.

With independent traders and great value, your local market is the place to visit this Christmas. There’s a massive range on offer, from fashion and beauty to food and electronics, you’re sure to find exactly what you need.

To find out more, including the opening times for the market closest to you, visit: www.manchestermarkets.com  
 

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Help the Homeless Grants – next deadline 15 Dec 14

28 Nov 2014 - 10:47 by michelle.foster

Grants from Help the Homeless are available to small and medium-sized charitable organisations. Grants of up to £5,000 are available for the capital costs of projects.

All applications must relate to projects that assist individuals in their return to mainstream society, rather than simply offer shelter or other forms of sustenance.

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Manchester City Council consultation launched on 2015-17 budget options – deadline 18 Feb 2014

27 Nov 2014 - 09:38 by michelle.foster

Manchester City Council has launched the main consultation on its 2015-17 budget options, along with a number of individual consultations on specific elements.

Options for consultation were agreed by the council’s Executive on Wednesday 26 November.

They aim to address an estimated funding shortfall of £59m in 2015/16, potentially rising to £90 million in 2016/17.

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Youth and Play Budget Options Briefings

25 Nov 2014 - 09:36 by michelle.foster

More information on the Voluntary Sector Cuts available here.

Manchester City Council (MCC) are facilitating a number of briefings regarding the Youth and Play Budget Options during the week beginning 8 December 2014.

There will be 3 events across the city at different times and locations to ensure you have various opportunities to attend.

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2014-20 European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF)

21 Nov 2014 - 10:21 by michelle.foster

Greater Manchester has an allocation of £356 million of European Structural Funds for the 2014-20 programme.

The European Structural Funds overall are designed to reduce economic inequalities by targeting additional resources at developing skills, jobs and enterprise for those people and areas which need extra help. There is also clear acknowledgement of the importance of social inclusion and social innovation as necessary conditions of economic inclusion.

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