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News and blogs

Keep up with the latest news affecting small and local charities and views from our expert teams and partners.

Selected articles

What the Government’s new Procurement Policy Statement means for small charities

21 February 2025

The Government has issued a new statement that encourages contracting authorities to prioritise working flexibly with local organisations. 

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How local collaborations led by small charities are influencing change

23 January 2025

Our Local Collaborations programme invests in collaborations led by small charities seeking to influence and achieve local or regional change

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Advocating for better British Sign Language (BSL) provision in Wales

10 January 2025

Deaf BSL users in Wales currently face significant barriers to accessing support and services. A new Bill plans to change this.

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How small charities and trustees can plan for leadership change

19 November 2024

Dan Sharkey shares his recent experience of succession planning with a small charity and offers some guidance for other small charities and trustees involved in succession planning.

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Stephanie Ogunjimi, Head of Risk Framework Oversight at Lloyds Banking Group and trustee at mental health charity Chapter.

I wish I’d taken this opportunity earlier: my experience as a charity trustee

05 November 2024

Stephanie Ogunjimi reflects on how becoming a trustee has enabled her to use her skills to support a small charity.

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What the Autumn Budget means for small charities and the people they support

01 November 2024

We reflect on the Autumn Budget and the impact it will have on small charities and the communities they serve.

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Research reveals women seeking asylum are experiencing high levels of coercion and control in hotel accommodation

25 September 2024

Andrea Vukovic, Deputy Director at Women for Refugee Women, shares key findings from their recently published report into the treatment of women seeking asylum in hotel accommodation.

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Charities responding to the far-right riots

07 August 2024

We’ve been speaking to charities we partner with about the impact the far-right riots have had on them, their staff and their communities.

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Asylum Welcome: growing stronger with the Foundation's support

02 August 2024

Mark Goldring, Director of Asylum Welcome, shares how other small charities can get the most out of the Foundation's support.

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Carer’s Allowance overpayments: steps towards a successful campaign and justice for carers

31 July 2024

Emily Holzhausen from Carers UK shares progress on their campaign about Carer’s Allowance overpayments.

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