What Does Labour’s General Election Win Mean for Charities?

The results are in, and Labour has won the UK General Election in a landslide victory, with the Conservatives facing their worst defeat since 1832.

Where will a Labour government make the most impact?

Writing for charity think tank NPC, Leah Davis, Head of Policy and External Affairs, says that there are five areas which offer “most obvious potential for effective partnerships for change”. Those areas are young people and mental health, criminal justice, health, regional and social inequalities, and the environment. Read more

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The Creighton Centre Require Dementia Coordinator

We are recruiting for a brand new staff role within the Homeline and Older People’s Services team – Dementia Coordinator.

We have been awarded 3 years of funding for a circle of care approach to volunteer Dementia support, which will include an Information & advice hub at TCC, trained pool of dementia volunteers for home and care home visits and more inclusive community centre activities.

Dementia Coordinator

– To support people living with Dementia 60+ and their carers

– Part-time 21 hours per week

– Contract [3 years]

– Salary £19,131 to £21,677 per year for 21 hours per week (based on a full-time salary £31,885 to £36,128) depending on experience

Closing Date: Friday, July 26, 2024

https://www.creightonhouse.org/recruitment

https://www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/the-creighton-centre/dementia-coordinator/974565?tsId=2

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Holdsworth Takes Over as Charity Commission CEO

‘David Holdsworth joins the Charity Commission as CEO on Monday 1 July, taking over from Helen Stephenson, whose term has now ended. Stephenson held the role for seven years. Holdsworth was announced as Stephenson’s successor earlier this year, set to take over the role …’ Read more here.

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FREE in-Person Training in H&F: Understanding Dementia

Free learning and development training designed for anyone eager to improve their understanding of dementia on 15th July, 11am-1pm. Open to all, including health and social care professionals, voluntary sector, carers and people with dementia.

Find out more

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Two Thirds of Charities using AI Tools for Grant Fundraising are Small Charities, Report Finds

‘More than half of small charities are now using AI – and they also account for two thirds of charities using it for grant fundraising, according to a snapshot of results from this year’s Charity Digital Skills report…’ Read more here.

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