“Inaccessibility in the online world can limit people just as much as the physical world, and poorly designed websites are no exception, meaning that people with disabilities have less access to information than others…” Read more here.
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act has given Companies House more powers to improve the accuracy of the data we hold and crack down on misuse of the register.
Companies that do not comply with their legal duties (for example, not filing their confirmation statement on time) could now face financial penalties.
We’ll continue to support businesses to comply with their legal duties and will take a consistent and proportionate approach to these new powers.
“There are no plans to charge users of the Charity Governance Code, the steering group responsible for it has said. The group consulted on potential changes to the code earlier this year and received nearly 500 responses to its questions including whether charities would be “willing to pay a small fee”, based on their size, to use it…” Read more here.
On 18th September 2024, at the “Towards Equity in Health” summit at Imperial College London, Lord Darzi and Sir Professor Michael Marmot presented their insights on the future of the NHS and the importance of addressing health inequalities. Below is an update from NAVCA, summarising key findings from the report, along with implications and opportunities for the VCSE sector, LIOs, and ICS-VCSE Alliances.
Christmas is fast approaching and here at Age UK Hammersmith & Fulham we’re buzzing with excitement! Our annual Carol Concert tickets are now on sale, and this year’s event promises to be more magical than ever. Mark your calendars for Wednesday 11th December at Holy Trinity Church, Brook Green, starting at 7pm.
Expect an enchanting evening filled with celebrity guests, professionally performed carols, and plenty of opportunities for you to sing along too. And don’t forget our exclusive post-concert reception to keep the festivities coming.
A huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors LMA Property and SWM Partners for helping make this event possible.
Get your ticket at https://giving.give-star.com/event/age-uk-hammersmith-and-fulham/carol-concert-2024
This month, BBC Radio 4 created a radio portrait of Sybil Phoenix, the first Black woman to receive an MBE, in 1972, and a key figure in the Black community in London during challenging times.
Sybil is mentor, colleague and friend to our CEO and Founder Yvonne Field OBE. They worked closely together for several years as the co-chairs of the ‘Friends of Marsha Phoenix’ – the fundraising arm of The Marsha Phoenix Memorial Trust.
You can listen to Sybil’s incredible story here.
The Wake by Khaleb Brooks will be London’s new Memorial to Victims of Transatlantic Slavery. Announced on the UNESCO International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition, the new memorial will feature a nearly seven-metre-high bronze cowrie shell. Cowrie shells hold cultural and spiritual significance, but became a stark symbol of slavery and the exploitation of human life as currency. The Wake acknowledges that dark past but also reclaims the cowrie shell as a symbol of resilience, creating a space for contemplation and reflection.
You can read more about the memorial piece here.
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland in London has announced the return of Winter Wishes, a free and accessible experience for charities, hospitals and underserved schools.
Taking place on Wednesday 27st November, the event will once again close its doors to the public and offer 6,000 guests the opportunity to enjoy free entry to 100+ rides, and attractions at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland with a reduced capacity and in a lower sensory environment. The event programming will include a free 1pm performance of Zippos Christmas Circus, which will have an expanded seating area for wheelchair users, as well as the chance to meet Father Christmas in Santa’s Grotto and enjoy surprise entertainment throughout the day. A dedicated customer service team will be on hand to assist throughout the event, with trained access champions available to any Winter Wishes guests. Hyde Park Winter Wonderland
The ISDN Switch Off may seem complicated, but it’s simpler than you think. When you work with Lily, we’ll answer all your questions and solve any worries.
For now, we’ve responded to your top 5 questions that’ll clear some confusion and prepare you for the digital transformation.
- What is the ISDN Switch Off?
The ISDN Switch Off refers to BT Openreach’s nationwide phase out of ISDN and PSTN services. Residential and business properties will use newer technology, including hosted phone systems and fibre broadband.
- What is the PSTN and ISDN?
The Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) is a communication network that uses copper lines to support phone calls. The Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) is a digital communications system that transfers speech and data over the PSTN.
- Why is the ISDN Switch Off happening?
The ISDN and PSTN infrastructure has become obsolete and difficult to maintain. It no longer supports our digital world and lacks the flexibility, cost-savings and efficiency a fibre network provides.
- What is the meaning of stop sell?
Stop sell refers to areas that can no longer buy or sell Wholesale Line Rental (WLR) products. These include analogue or ISDN phone lines. The final stop sell ended in September 2023. Businesses can continue to use WLR products until they’re withdrawn in 2025.
- What is the best replacement for my current phone system?
A Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone system allows you to make calls over the internet. A hosted phone system offers a range of modern features that’ll boost productivity, cost savings and flexibility in the workplace.
Need Help? Contact Lily Today
As ISDN and PSTN lines become history, future-proof your business communications with Lily. We’ve helped hundreds of businesses switch to fibre broadband and hosted phone systems. Contact the team today to learn more.
Thursday 26 September, 2pm to 3.30pm.
Irish Cultural Centre, Black’s Road, Hammersmith, W6 9DT.
The building is accessible and has a lift.
The event is free and refreshments will be provided.
To register or for more information please:
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Email on info@futurebrightsolutions.co.uk
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Or call on 07860 104223 (between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday)
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sobus
20 Dawes Road, London, SW6 7EN
Telephone 020 7952 1230
Email info@sobus.org.uk
Registered Charity No.1071089
and Company Limited by Guarantee. Registered in England No.03471416
Sobus is a new Community Development Agency for Hammersmith & Fulham. It has been created through the merger of the Community and Voluntary Sector Association Hammersmith & Fulham (CaVSA) and the Fulham Community Partnership Trust (FCPT). Building on the strengths of both organisations, sobus aims to provide a wider range of support services for local charities, community groups, social enterprises and start up businesses.