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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. Continue reading…

The Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organisations (acevo) has launched a major enquiry into third sector governance.

Led by Rodney Brooke CBE, chair of the General Social Care Council, the enquiry will assess the views of chief executives in the charitable sector in an attempt to raise board performance levels and instil greater accountability. Continue reading…

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. Continue reading…

Child protection services north of the border have been boosted by the launch of a new information line.

The 24-hour service permits straightforward access to vital services for vulnerable children, allowing callers to share concerns with the most appropriate local agency, or speak to a trained operator on a confidential line. Continue reading…

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. Continue reading…