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Hampshire County Council has become the first such authority in the country to be awarded an “excellent” rating for its social care by the Audit Commission.

The independent watchdog, in discussion with Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Probation and the Commission for Social Care Inspectorate, gave the council a three-star rating, the highest possible score. (more…)

Communities and Local Government has launched an initiative to reduce the prevalence of youth-inflicted property damage, violence and arson.

As part of a wide-ranging series of measures designed cut fire-related crimes, fire minister Angela Smith unveiled new plans today (Wednesday, February 14th) whereby central government will work with the Chief Fire Officer’s Association, Fire and Rescue Service and Sure Start family centres. (more…)

Communities Scotland has published two guides highlighting how social enterprises are boosting local services while strengthening the country’s economy.

Released as part of the Futurebuilders Scotland programme, the publications expound the notable and multifarious benefits of investing in the social economy, which is worth more than £1 billion north of the border. (more…)

A self-regulatory body, hoping to become “the Corgi of the charity world”, was launched in the UK today (Monday, February 12).

The Fundraising Standards Board is designed to breed more confidence in the integrity of altruistic organisations, by monitoring complaints about charity fundraising. (more…)

Elements of the government’s Welfare Reform Bill will present different challenges when introduced to London, according to a report.

Planned changes to the way in which incapacity benefits are awarded could present unique problems to the capital, the London Assembly’s economic development, culture, sport and tourism committee has claimed according to ePolitix. (more…)