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Latest News
Welcome to our news centre. Here you will find the latest news and press releases from Cambridgeshire ACRE. Cambridgeshire ACRE also produces a wide range of reports - these are listed in the Reports and Publications section of our website.
If you would like any further information regarding any of the press releases or subjects featured below, please contact Alison Brown on 01353 865029 or by email at alison.brown@cambsacre.org.uk
We aim to give our work a high profile in the local media. We therefore produce regular press releases that provide a snapshot of the key activities, developments and projects that Cambridgeshire ACRE is facilitating across the county.
- 01 September 2010
Big Society red tape purge
The Government is committed to making it easier to run charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises. Reducing bureaucratic burdens will free-up time and resources and help mobilise the Big Socie
more... - 01 September 2010
Cambridgeshire ACRE Impact Report 2009/2010
The Cambridgeshire ACRE Impact Report 09/10 has been finalised and printed. The report highlights the many achievements and successes which took place over the previous year.
more... - 01 September 2010
The Rural Challenge - Rural Coalition Report Published
The Rural Coalition has launched their long awaited report 'The Rural Challenge'. This report has been developed by the Rural Coalition against the background of the new government's Big Society prin
more... - 01 September 2010
Programme to Save Pubs Axed
A £3.3 m fund to help stem local pub closures has been axed before a penny was paid out. Campaigners have embarked on a race against time after the government pulled the plug on the scheme.
more... - 01 September 2010
Vulnerable Rural England Revealed
Age-old rural customs such as bartering could be making a return as people try to supplement their salaries at a time when cash is hard to come by, suggests a new vulnerability index.
more... - 01 September 2010
Guide to Improve Rural Transport Available
An online guide which aims to help local authorities improve rural public transport has been published by Local Government Improvement and Development, formerly the IDeA.
more... - 01 September 2010
Biffaward Publicity Factsheets Available
Biffaward have created a range of factsheets aimed at helping projects to make the most of opportunities which arise to raise their profile and gain increased publicity
more... - 01 September 2010
Current Vacancies
Cambridgeshire ACRE and Age UK Cambridgeshire host the Cambridgeshire LINk project and are currently recruiting for three roles within the team.
more... - 02 August 2010
Rebalancing the Licensing Act - Home Office Consultation
Rebalancing the Licensing Act - a consultation on empowering individuals, families and local communities to shape and determine local licensing.
more... - 02 August 2010
NALC Recommends Community Led Planning
A new toolkit published by NALC recommends Community Led Planning (CLP) as a means by which newly created local councils can engage with people in their area to identify and prioritise future work.
more... - 02 August 2010
Need to Find a Source of ICT Support You Can Trust?
Front Line Engagement through Regional Infrastructure (FERI) are running a regional ICT Helpdesk, a free to call service for VCS Organisations in the Eastern Region.
more... - 02 August 2010
New Resources from the Regional Empowerment Partnership
The Regional Empowerment Partnership has produced a number of new publications and resources. Topics covered include the role of faith communities in empowerment, delivering efficient services and man
more... - 02 August 2010
Big Lottery Fund - Community Wildlife Programme
Funding is available for projects which aim to provide opportunities for people and communities to become involved with, enhance and protect their local wildlife.
more... - 02 August 2010
Active Celebration: Using the London 2012 Games to get the Nation Moving
A new resource has been created to establish how the 2012 Games can inspire people to be more active. The guide also provides evidence-based suggestions for a range of initiatives.
more... - 02 August 2010
£½ Million Available to Plug the Gaps in Rural Broadband Provision
EEDA is offering funding for rural broadband projects in the East of England to support the development of innovative approaches to addressing the gaps in rural broadband coverage.
more... - 02 August 2010
Commission for Rural Communities ‘State of the countryside 2010’ Report
The Commission for Rural Communities (CRC) has published its latest 'State of the countryside' report giving an up to date definitive picture of rural England.
more... - 02 August 2010
Lottery Puts Big Trust in Ramsey
At least £1 million of Lottery funding is to flow into Ramsey in Huntingdonshire, as the Big Lottery Fund (BIG) announces the first 50 areas across England to benefit from its Big Local Trust programm
more... - 02 August 2010
The Economic Impact of Community Buildings in Rural Communities
ACRE has released the first in a series of reports analysing data from their survey of rural community buildings; it examines the economic impact of community buildings in rural communities.
more... - 08 July 2010
The Fens Adventurers get refreshed!
The Fens Adventurers website and prospectus will be getting an update over the next few months.
more... - 01 July 2010
Independent Panel Concludes There is No Need for New Sports Facilities
The Facilities Inquiry, an independent inquiry into the nation's sport and recreation facilities, has launched its potentially controversial report and recommendations.
more... - 01 July 2010
Postcode Trust - Prepare Early for Success in the Autumn
The People's Postcode Trust aims to make the UK a better place for both people and nature. Applications for groups in England open in October.
more... - 01 July 2010
Vetting and Barring Scheme Suspended
The Government has announced that they are halting registration with the Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS) which was due to start on 26 July.
more... - 01 June 2010
Cambridgeshire County Council Small Grants
Cambridgeshire County Council Small Grants are available to organisations supporting vulnerable adults and children
more... - 01 June 2010
Funding Available from the Hilden Charitable Fund
The Hilden Charitable Fund awards grants to projects with the aim of addressing disadvantage, particularly those which are less likely to attract public funding.
more... - 01 June 2010
Funding for Community and Voluntary Groups Available Now...
Groups in East Cambridgeshire have a funding opportunity under their community fund.
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Latest Events
Welcome to the diary of forthcoming Cambridgeshire ACRE events. In addition to staging its own events, Cambridgeshire ACRE is also involved in supporting a wide range of partner events - these are not necessarily all listed here.
- 12 January 2011
ICT Course Dates Announced for 2011
The Eastern Region Infrastructure Network are offering rural voluntary and community groups FREE training workshops on ICT.
more... - 15 October 2010
An Introduction to Health Commissioning
The next round of free commissioning training from NCB Voluntary Sector Support programme is now open for booking.
more... - 28 September 2010
Big Society - What are the Opportunities for your Community?
Cambridgeshire ACRE is running an event exploring Big Society and the opportunities this will provide for local communities after their AGM on 28 September 2010.
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