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Press Releases

For a complete archive of NCVO press releases & statements go to the archive.

Latest Press Releases & Briefings:

26 March 2008 - Smaller charities invited to apply for party conference bursary scheme
19 March 2008 - Full Value must replace muddled concept of Added Value, says NCVO
17 March 2008 - OVER 120 MPs DEMAND LOCAL TV ON FREEVIEW
12 March 2008 - NCVO response to the Budget
5 March 2008 - NCVO welcomes new Charity Commission guidance on campaigning
13 December 2007 - Civil society groups to be forced out of rare communications opportunity
10 December 2007 - Campaigners urge charities to use human rights to make greater impact
27 November 2007 - Become a better leader - Centre gives top tips!
26 November 2007 - Sector to have its say on ways of improving governance
22 November 2007 - Lord Hodgson takes over as NCVO President
21 November 2007 - NCVO statement on National Support Services announcement
21 November 2007 - New report says campaigners must see issues through to the end
9 November 2007 - NCVO appoints new Marketing Chief
9 November 2007 - Charities urged to take on students for work experience
5 November 2007 - New Network launched as Compact fever grips the nation
31 October 2007 - New research reveals challenges for growing voluntary sector workforce
26 October 2007 - NCVO statement on bidding for National Support Services
22 October 2007 - NCVO responds to Capacitybuilders statement on Hubs
19 October 2007 - NCVO and LGA pledge closer ties in order to transform local communities
8 October 2007 - Glass ceiling in governance revealed
8 October 2007 - NCVO launches new services to support the leaders of civil society
28 September 2007 - Charity course can help enhance your career in the voluntary sector
4 September 2007 - Lord Newton to chair the Infrastructure National Partnership
2 September 2007 - Prime Minister sets tone for new political season
8 August 2007 - No lifeline for Rape Crisis and sexual abuse services as Government dodges responsibility for funding
6 August 2007 - NCVO welcomes report on unclaimed assets
3 August 2007 - Unite proudly supports Brighton Pride
31 July 2007 - NCVO welcomes Audit Commission commitment to the 'transformation' of public services
31 July 2007 - UK Workforce Hub and Institute of Fundraising to consult on changes to the fundraising standards
26 July 2007 - NCVO offers summer childcare boost to members
24 July 2007 - NCVO statement on Third Sector Review
13 JUly 2007 - Top campaigners call on charities to invest in campaigning, as second certificate is launched
2 July 2007 - NCVO welcomes Blunkett appointment
4 July 2007 - Independence day report shows that local voluntary organisations still not independent from Councils
3 July 2007 - Rape and sexual abuse projects set to close leaving thousands in need
19 June 2007 - PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE OF CIVIL SOCIETY
14 June 2007 - ICT Hub announces Regional Champions to Co-ordinate and strengthen ICT work
14 June 2007 - NCVO offers charity leaders a special reduction on membership of the Institute of Directors
06 June 2007 - New research raises doubts about Government's increased role in charities
17 May 2007 - NCVO response to Unclaimed assets statement
10 May 2007 - Overstating the risk of terrorist abuse could damage trust in charities, says NCVO
4 May 2007 - Small organisations to get date with MP thanks to NCVO party conference bursary scheme
25 April 2007 - NCVO backs the Sustainable Communities Bill
28 March 2007 - Charities lead the way in ICT innovation at National ICT Hub awards
27 March 2007 - NCVO goes ‘radio ga ga’ for 5,000th member celebrations
27 March 2007 - NCVO goes ‘radio ga ga’ for 5,000th member celebrations
23 March 2007 - Have your say on how NCVO is governed
21 March 2007 - NCVO response to the Budget
20 March 2007 - Citizens Say “No” to Spectrum Sale
15 March 2007 - 2012 Olympics announcement: Government commitment welcomed but must be held to account, say charities
14 March 2007 - NCVO statement on the Commission for Unclaimed Assets’ proposal for a Social Investment Bank
23 February 2007 - Advertise your IT jobs for free on new ICT Hub Jobs board
21 February 2007 - “Don’t raid the lottery to fund the Olympics”, say public
19 February 2007 - Power and Voice. Accountability in Campaigning
09 February 2007 - Charities should work collaboratively to improve their ICT potential
08 February 2007 - Second ICT Hub National Conference for the Voluntary Sector to improve use and knowledge of ICT
01 February 2007 - New publication will allow charities to carry out ‘detective work’
29 January 2007 - Access all areas – NCVO launches new guide for ‘rural friendly’ voluntary organisations
24 January 2007 - “Don’t raid the lottery to fund the Olympics”: MPs’ report backs charity campaign
16 January 2006 - Sustainable Funding Project renews call for voluntary and community organisations to diversify their income
11 January 2007 - NCVO sets out principles to reinvest unclaimed assets
10 January 2007 - Tax on Lottery tickets should meet cost of Olympics, say charities
10 January 2007 - Trustee liabilities: facing fear with facts
05 January 2007 - Calls for Education Department to become Compact compliant following advocacy win
04 January 2007 - NCVO supports BBC licence fee lobby
03 January 2007 - New Year brings new Director of Public Policy at the National Council for Voluntary Organisations
14 December 2006 - Conservatives must urge the rich to give, says NCVO
11 December 2006 - NCVO statement on the Conservatives’ Social Justice Policy Group interim report
8 December 2006 - NCVO statement on the Public Services Action Plan
6 December 2006 - NCVO statement on Pre Budget Report and Third Sector Review
06 December 2006 - Survey of charitable giving shows UK donors gave £8.9billion in 2005
05 December 2006 - First National ICT suppliers directory to connect the voluntary sector with technology specialists
24 November 2006 - Trusteeship set to be a smoother ride with new learning to drive course
17 November 2006 - Charities urge: “Don’t raid the lottery to fund the Olympics”
14 November 2006 - Get set for Enterprise Week by applying for Only Connect
10 November 2006 - Getting your ducks lined up
08 November 2006 - Charities Act brings charity law into the 21st century
01 November 2006 - ICT Hub launches 2006 IT Volunteer Awards Reception
01 November 2006 - One year on, and still no action on better regulation for charities
31st October 2006 - Launch of the first Third Sector Leadership Centre
30th October 2006 - NCVO appoints Deputy Chief Executive
27th October 2006 - Compact Advocacy Programme announces mid-term successes of over £20 million in time for Compact Week
26th October 2006 - NCVO welcomes key role of voluntary sector in Local Government White Paper
24th October 2006 - Voluntary sector responds to the Chancellor and Prince of Wales’ speeches on sustainable development
20th October 2006 - NCVO sets up advisory group on terrorism and the voluntary sector
19th October 2006 - Charities reach agreement with Department for International Development over ‘conflict’
16th October 2006 - NCVO statement on Charities Bill and public benefit
12th October 2006 - Busting the myths and stereotypes
10th October 2006 - What young people really think about people who work for charities
6th October 2006 - Bright future - parents value ethical careers for their children
6th October 2006 - Appetite for real transformation is put to the test, says NCVO
5th October 2006 - Sharing HR support - New report outlines options for voluntary organisations
4th October 2006 - Historic alliance submits ‘roadmap’ for the Third Sector in response to government review
28th September 2006 - Improve your organisation through creativity says the Performance Hub
28th September 2006 - ICT Hub logs on in Cambridge
27th September 2006 - ICT Hub launches 2006 IT Volunteer Awards
27th September 2006 - New guides give practical advice on funding and finance for voluntary organisations
26th September 2006 - ICT Hub logs on in Chesterfield
22nd September 2006 - Voluntary organisations can transform the future of local government, says NCVO
21st September 2006 - New free guide on staffing a collaborative project for voluntary organisations
13th September 2006 - NCVO appoints first Director of Enterprise
7th September 2006 - Voluntary organisations to have their say on campaigning
24th August 2006 - NCVO’s new Parliamentary and Media Office complete, as Parliamentary and Campaigns Officer is appointed
22nd August 2006 - New round of bursaries for small VCOs with trading ideas
17th August 2006 - ICT Hub set to run 24 ICT training events this autumn
Wednesday 2 August 2006 - Reaching your audience?
Tuesday 1 August 2006 - ‘Double devolution’ moves closer to realisation with the Lyons review, says NCVO
Friday 28th July 2006 - ‘Pre-nuptial’ agreements for charities – NCVO issues new guidance
Thursday 27th July 2006 - New Study Highlights Charities’ Urgent Need for IT Funding
Tuesday 25th July 2006 - NCVO heralds new era in campaigning as it appoints new Communications Chief
Monday 24th July 2006 - Londoners least likely to give to charity, says new report
Tuesday 18th July 2006 - NCVO appoints new Director of Planning and Resources
Thursday 06th July 2006 - Reading hosts free ICT event for charities
Thursday 06th July 2006 - Charity leaders urged to sign up to leadership events
Wednesday 05th July 2006 - ICT Hub Unmet Need Fund of £70,000 open to proposals
Thursday 22nd June - Charities call for action on public benefit as MPs consider Charities Bill
Thursday 22nd June - Voluntary sector losing out in public service reform
Wednesday 21st June 2006 - NCVO responds to Olympic lottery funding announcement
Wednesday 31 May - 2006 Voluntary Agencies Directory Published
Wednesday 31 May - New programme of free training and support aims to improve third sector performance
Thursday 25 May - NCVO hails campaign achievements on the Lottery Bill
Friday 19 May - Charities urged to make the most of massive growth in women’s magazines
Friday 19 May - NCVO seeks views on local government reform
Thursday 18 May - Third Sector Network launched
Thursday 18 May - Five charities in the top 50 list of great places to work in UK
Wednesday 17 May - Compact Advocacy counts successes, and £17.9 million funding for the sector
Tuesday 16 May - Third Sector Review represents chance for VCOs to have their voices heard, says NCVO
Tuesday 16 May - ICT Hub launches new bursary scheme for frontline organisations
Tuesday 9 May - Cabinet reshuffle important opportunity for voluntary sector, says NCVO
Friday 5 May - How can I be an effective trustee? -New guidance explains roles and responsibilities, and shares top tips