Improving Life Chances Engagement Events update

Date: 28th October 2011
Category: General measures of implementation, UK 1st periodic review

Around 500 delegates recently attended five engagement events held across Scotland. The events were an opportunity for people to find out about the Scottish Government's ambitions for children and young people including: the Early Years Change Fund; the Parenting Strategy and proposed legislation.

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'Health Is Not A Luxury' e-petition

Date: 28th October 2011
Category: Disability, Basic Health and Welfare

Doctors of the World UK is part of the Médecins du Monde network, an international aid organisation that provides medical care and gives a voice to vulnerable people. They are currently running an e-petition asking the UK Government to uphold the rights of vulnerable refugees to access healthcare regardless of ability to pay.

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Welsh assembly edges closer total ban on smacking children

Date: 28th October 2011
Category: Equal protection from violence

The prospect of parents being banned from smacking children in part of the UK has moved a step closer.

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The RS Macdonald Charitable Trust

Date: 24th October 2011
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The Trust's priorities are neurological conditions, sight impairment, child welfare; animal welfare.

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People's Postcode Trust

Date: 19th October 2011
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The People's Postcode Trust aims to make the UK a better place for both people and the planet. They want to make a real difference to small organisations and community groups through grants ranging from £2,000 to £10,000.

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Cash for short breaks

Date: 17th October 2011
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More than 3,500 adult carers and young carers from across Scotland are set to benefit from a funding package for short breaks.

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Early Years Early Action Fund portfolio announced

Date: 17th October 2011
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The 24 ventures successful in getting part of the £6.8m Early Years Early Action funding have been announced.

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Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust

Date: 7th October 2011
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The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust has announced that its grant making programme is open for applications. The JRCT makes grants to individuals and to projects seeking the creation of a peaceful world, political equality and social justice.

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Progress on dormant bank accounts

Date: 7th October 2011
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The distribution of millions of pounds from dormant bank accounts to third sector organisations in Scotland is a stage closer.

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Getting it right for every child Community of Practice

Date: 7th October 2011
Category: Disability, Basic Health and Welfare, Education, Leisure and Cultural Activities, Family Environment and Alternative Care

If you are a Getting it right practitioner or lead professional, you can find out lots of help and information at the online forum Community of Practice.

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