February 2011

Positive Activities Fund 2011-12

Submitted by Stephen on 28 February, 2011 - 16:53
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The London Borough of Merton has allocated its Positive Activities Fund for not-for-profit or voluntary sector organisations for 2011–2012. Positive activities are defined as opportunities for children and young people that help them on their "pathway to success".

Help shape revised guidance in Good Medical Practice

Submitted by Stephen on 24 February, 2011 - 11:33
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The working group reviewing Good Medical Practice, the General Medical Council’s core guidance for doctors, is inviting people to get involved and make their views known.

Share data about funding reductions to help map the state of the national voluntary sector

Submitted by Stephen on 23 February, 2011 - 17:07
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Voluntary Sector Cuts is a new collaborative project which maps intelligence about voluntary groups experiencing reductions in public sector funding. If you're involved in a voluntary or community group which has been told its statutory funding will be reduced, you can be part of this work by sharing your story.

NHS Sutton and Merton update Better Value plan for 2011-12

Submitted by Stephen on 18 February, 2011 - 17:29
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During 2010/11, NHS Sutton and Merton introduced a Better Value programme. This programme was designed to ensure that the PCT managed its challenging financial situation, delivering better value for tax payers’ money, while continuing to ensure that it commissioned safe, high quality health services for people in Sutton and Merton.

Government launches free website to help charities find contracts

Submitted by Stephen on 16 February, 2011 - 15:38
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The government has launched a new website aimed at helping charities and small businesses to find public sector contracting opportunities. The site, called Contracts Finder, will list all opportunities worth more than £10,000. For further details click here.