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Good Food Greater Manchester Re-Launch
What was "Good Food Greater Manchester” will be re-launching as the “Good Food Action Network” for Greater Manchester.
The new action network is launching as an off-shoot / sub-group of the GM Food Security Action Network, to be able to really closely link food security and food sustainability work, with a broader mission of: Healthier and more sustainable food for everyone across Greater Manchester (including people on limited incomes), available where they live.
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Pay and conditions in the GM VCSE sector survey
Research on the GM VCSE Workforce showed that salary is one of the most prominent barriers to recruitment in the sector. Salaries are not representative of the skills and knowledge needed for the role, and record levels of inflation and the ongoing cost-of-living crisis is continuing to put financial pressure on VCSE organisations – it’s no surprise that salary expectations are more crucial to jobseekers than ever.
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Voting in the upcoming elections
Local and GMCA Mayoral elections are taking place in Manchester on 2 May.
Promotional materials are available to help inform voters about recent changes.
If you’d like to vote a polling station, you’ll need photo ID. If you don’t have photo ID you can apply for free voter ID here
You can find out what ID is accepted here
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Policy Brief: Changes to UK Election Rules and System
The implementation of the Elections Act in the United Kingdom signifies a momentous shift in the country's electoral processes. These changes, scheduled to be phased in gradually, have wide-reaching implications for Election Administrators and the general public. As an infrastructure organisation for the local voluntary, community and social enterprise sector in Manchester, it is essential for us to clarify how these modifications impact our communities.
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Greater Manchester Resident Survey headlines
Read the headline results from the latest Greater Manchester Residents survey (wave 11) produced by GMCA. Findings are based on fieldwork with c1,500 residents from across all ten districts, undertaken 29 January to 13 February. They cover cost of living, housing, transport and local areas.
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Have your say: Greater Manchester VCSE Manifesto
What are the priorities for your organisation and sector for the next five years and beyond? What challenges are your organisation facing that need to be heard? Do you want your voice added to a manifesto that will help set the political agenda for the VCSE sector? 
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Communities and Equalities Scrutiny Committee - February 2024
By Emily McKinnell
The committee discussed the annual public sector equality duty report, providing an overview of council’s delivery against objectives of knowing Manchester better, improving life chances and celebrating diversity. The report acknowledged good progress but recognised gaps and where further progress can be made.
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Manchester Safeguarding Partnership Workforce Survey 2024
Do you work with children and/or adults at risk in Manchester?
Manchester Safeguarding Partnership is currently conducting a workforce survey and is keen to hear from frontline staff and operational managers across statutory and wider partners who work with children and/or adults at risk in Manchester. This is an opportunity for staff to have their say on safeguarding in Manchester.
Martyn’s Law consultation launched
A consultation has opened on new laws which will scale up preparedness for terrorist attacks, making sure the public is protected without putting unnecessary burdens on smaller businesses and organisations. 