As the coronavirus situation has escalated over the last week, we have seen a range of legal questions emerge for charitiesacross the sector. This webinar, in association with NCVO, will explore the headline topics in brief, with a half-hour Q&A session. The Q&A will answer legal and regulatory questions you may have about the current environment. We’ll also be signposting to helpful advice and resources available online. Register here.
Since the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic, WLB has been regularly convening a range of experts to address the various issues confronting business in West London. ‘Talk at Ten’ webcasts bring WLB CEO Andrew Dakers and guests together in our virtual studio to tackle the toughest topics of our time. By popular demand, we’re now opening up our archive of the first five episodes ‘Talk at Ten’ for FREE viewing. EPISODE 1: HR & People Hear from HR professionals, as well as businesses in the manufacturing and events sectors, on the challenges of managing significant business change. Play >> EPISODE 2: Public Sector Emergency Response We discuss the Local authority, parliamentary, NHS and Police response to coronavirus in West London. Play >> EPISODE 3: Finance The third West London Business ‘Talk at Ten’ looks at financing your business through Coronavirus. Play >> EPISODE 4: Leading & Coaching Virtual Teams We look at the challenges and opportunities of home-working through the Coronvirus pandemic. Play >> EPISODE 5: The Food Industry Response We explore how food businesses – including those based in and around Park Royal – are adapting to the latest challenges. Play >> Tuesday 7 April, 10am: West London Webcast ‘Talk at Ten’: Coronavirus – How your business can support the West London community In this programme we will be looking at the various actions taken by businesses in West London and beyond – and how you can get involved. Register for the webcast: just £9 for WLB members* and £14 for non-members. BOOK NOW
Now that the government’s Covid-19 business support packages are live, we are gathering feedback on how they are being utilised and how best to help businesses to access the support. As such, HMRC are delivering a programme of webinars to support employers, employees and the self-employed through this period of disruption. You can watch the first recorded webinar and register for future webinars using this link: bit.ly/HMRCWebinar Details of the existing business support packages, are summarised in the key links below. Key links Business Support: https://bit.ly/BizSupportSite FAQs for business:https://bit.ly/FAQsStayHome Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme: https://bit.ly/2wJrnJ9 Self-employment Income Support Scheme: ly/SelfEmployedSupport FAQs https://bit.ly/SelfEmployedFAQs Support from businesses for Covid-19 response: https://bit.ly/3bzOfcDFAQs: https://bit.ly/3aoIAWV Mental Health support: http://ly/emm-ldnse Public health advice: http://bit.ly/coronavirusnhs
How charities can support beneficiaries with digital during Coronavirus Charities are embracing technological solutions during this period of social distancing, letting people know they have their backs in a crisis. Learn more How digital can help you manage the impact of Coronavirus Join us for a webinar on 9th April hosted by members of the Charity Digital team as we chat through the digital tools, resources and strategies charities can put place to help manage the impact of COVID-19. Join for free Coronavirus: Best practice for communication and outreach We examine best practice for clear and calm communication in the midst of a pandemic. Learn more Coronavirus: Charity guide to virtual onboarding Over the coming weeks and months, some charities may need to hire new staff. How do you do this when your staff is working remotely? We examine successful onboarding practices from organisations with a history of remote working. Learn more
Popular CBeebies cooking series ‘My World Kitchen’ is BACK and on the lookout for fun, bubbly characters between the ages of 6-9 years old. The show involves a child cooking a recipe based on their heritage or where they live in the UK, and inviting their friends over to taste their final dish. Please get in touch ASAP if you are interested in taking part – casting is closing on Friday 20th March. Flyer
The Council’s next Health and Wellbeing Board meeting is due to take place on 18th March 2020, at 6pm. A number of items on the agenda may be of particular interest to local third sector organisations, including: CORONOVIRUS (COVID 19) UPDATE The Council’s preparations and contingency planning in response to Covid 19. COMMUNITY H&F CCG AND ICHT PHYSIOTHERAPY SERVICES UPDATE A report to update on both the current community physiotherapy provision in Hammersmith and Fulham and future opportunities for physiotherapy within Primary Care Networks (PCNs). BUSINESS INFORMATION UPDATE A report to outline the work of the Councils Business Intelligence Unit in utilising data and key metrics to evidence and inform the development and provision of targeted and resident focused services. CCG COMMISSIONING INTENTIONS 2020-2021 An report providing details on the North West London Commissioning Intentions and the local Hammersmith and Fulham Commissioning Intentions. The report also includes a snapshot of the H&F ICP programme. NWL AMALGAMATION UPDATE The CCG will provide an update regarding plans for the amalgamation of North West London CCGs. The agenda and reports are available on the Council’s website: www.lbhf.gov.uk/committees The meeting is open to the public. If you would like to attend, please contact Bathsheba.mall@lbhf.gov.uk in advance, as access to the venue (Meeting Room 2 (2nd Floor), 3 Shortlands, Hammersmith, W6 8DA) is security controlled and it will be difficult to gain entry if you haven’t informed the Council in advance that you will be attending.
Author talk 10 March – 6.30pm to 7.30pm Kensington Central Library We are very excited to announce this talk by Jennifer Nadel, who will discuss the book she co-wrote with Gillian Anderson (yes, that Gillian Anderson) – a friend and co-conspirator with whom she concocted an inspiring, empowering and provocative manifesto for change aimed at women everywhere. We is a not a theoretical treatise but instead a rallying cry to create a life that has greater meaning and purpose. Do something special for the International Women’s Day – come along, this promises to be a thrilling talk! For more information and to book click here.
Riverside Studios welcomes you to its newly opened venue for a networking event. After a five-year period of redevelopment, Riverside Studios returns with a new state-of-the-art building complete with a cinema, performance and rehearsal spaces, television studios, and a café/bar that overlooks Hammersmith Bridge. We are excited to reopen as a boundary-pushing home for the arts and creative expression. Riverside’s Archive is a new project supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. On Wednesday 11th March, we welcome SOBUS-affiliated arts groups to join us for a free information session and networking event. Find out about our exciting events programme, view materials from our archive collection, browse our current exhibition featuring artist Paul Muzni, and discover ways you can collaborate with Riverside Studios in the future. Date: Wednesday 11th March Timings: 6 p.m. – 7.30 p.m. Venue: Studio 4, Riverside Studios, 101 Queen Caroline St, Hammersmith, W6 9BN RSVP: Sophie at heritage@riversidestudios.co.uk