A one day workshop exploring how to use the principles of public law to challenge unjust and unfair decision making by public bodies   Many organisations find it difficult to balance the need to work with public bodies and to challenge unfair practice, the Empowering the Voluntary Sector workshops delivered by NAVCA provides clear information and guidance to help you to make appropriate challenges. Bodmin, 29th January 2009 The day runs from 09.15 to 16.15, with the workshop starting at 09.30 prompt.   For more … Read more »

The Minister for the Third Sector has challenged the third sector to show the way in transforming public services. A series of documents details the Government’s commitment to working in partnership with charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises at the vanguard of 21st century public services.

ACRE has set up an online resource for Community Led Planning, developed by drawing on decades of experience from those who have supported or implemented it within local communities. Community Led Planning is a structured process that engages local people in debate about their local area. It encourages them to identify their local needs, to develop local solutions and have real influence with decision-makers about local needs, priorities and the future. The website includes information on how the CLP approach allows local people to decide … Read more »