Sentences with phrase «voluntary organisations in»

Work alongside local authorities, health professionals and voluntary organisations in Berkshire and the surrounding area to provide information and support to parents.
Prior to coming to the Bar, she worked with community groups and voluntary organisations in Sweden, Kenya and the UK.
«We want to see a greater role for voluntary organisations in... rehabilitating prisoners, for example,» the prime minister's spokesperson added.
According to Dr Rutherford, the reasons for this difference in volunteering activity could be due to the higher costs associated with running public services in the countryside, meaning that there is an incentive for communities to cooperate locally through voluntary organisations in order to provide essential services.

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I didn't know which way to turn, and only by chance a colleague in the organisation I did voluntary work for invited me to come along to a job club he went to.
Ms Sanders said: «It highlights a number of areas of good practice by professionals and community and voluntary organisations who worked with the family in London and Wolverhampton.
At the same time there are proposals to involve voluntary organisations of all sorts (NGOs, Churches, etc.) in an effort to soften the blow in the most affected areas of social life.
In January 2013 the non-governmental organisation Sustain, supported by 61 health organisations, called for a 20 pence per litre excise duty on sugar sweetened drinks.4 In February, the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges called for a 20 % tax on sugar sweetened drinks as part of its enquiry into clinical and public health solutions to the obesity epidemic.1 Although the UK government has indicated a preference for voluntary approaches to the control of obesity, it has not ruled out fiscal measures.14 Clearly, the idea of a sugar sweetened drink tax is gaining traction in the UK, but its effect on health remains uncertaiIn January 2013 the non-governmental organisation Sustain, supported by 61 health organisations, called for a 20 pence per litre excise duty on sugar sweetened drinks.4 In February, the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges called for a 20 % tax on sugar sweetened drinks as part of its enquiry into clinical and public health solutions to the obesity epidemic.1 Although the UK government has indicated a preference for voluntary approaches to the control of obesity, it has not ruled out fiscal measures.14 Clearly, the idea of a sugar sweetened drink tax is gaining traction in the UK, but its effect on health remains uncertaiIn February, the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges called for a 20 % tax on sugar sweetened drinks as part of its enquiry into clinical and public health solutions to the obesity epidemic.1 Although the UK government has indicated a preference for voluntary approaches to the control of obesity, it has not ruled out fiscal measures.14 Clearly, the idea of a sugar sweetened drink tax is gaining traction in the UK, but its effect on health remains uncertaiin the UK, but its effect on health remains uncertain.
In 2008 a local voluntary organisation won the tender to lead the project on behalf of the borough, with funding of # 100,000 per year over two years.
Other things discussed yesterday: breastfeeding breaks at work, popular awareness of WHO guidelines BF «2 years and beyond,» protecting breastfeeding in public, role models and normalising breastfeeding in non-breastfeeding communities, support local breastfeeding cafes, access to skilled breastfeeding support (more than BFI 3 day course), integrate support from breastfeeding voluntary organisations.
In terms of the support available, the Government in Scotland and the Government here — Governments all over the place — need to think about the voluntary organisations providing supporIn terms of the support available, the Government in Scotland and the Government here — Governments all over the place — need to think about the voluntary organisations providing supporin Scotland and the Government here — Governments all over the place — need to think about the voluntary organisations providing support.
The complaint submitted by Baby Milk Action was presented in the publication Nestlé's UN Global Compact cover up: How Nestlé's Shared Value reports cover up malpractice and bring the UN voluntary initiative for corporate responsibility into disrepute (NESTLÉ CRITICS, 2009) which included information from various civil society organisations (note 3) alleging violations in the areas of:
AIMS Ireland is a consumer - led voluntary organisation that was formed in early 2007 by women following their varied experiences of pregnancy and birth in Irish maternity services.
AIMS Ireland is a non-profit, voluntary organisation which supports evidence - based choices for women in pregnancy, labour and birth and in the postnatal period.
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A coalition of campaigning organisations, known as the Nestlé Critics, submitted a report to the UN Global Compact Office regarding the last Creating Shared Value report in 2009 as this voluntary corporate responsibility initiative posts the reports on its website and has even taken part in joint events with Nestlé.
The Baby Feeding Law Group Ireland is an affiliate group made up of professional and voluntary organisations with an interest in infant and young child feeding.
The WBTi UK Core Group consists of 18 organisations, including government agencies, health professional bodies and voluntary groups, which have gathered and assessed data in key areas.
AIMS Ireland is a consumer - led voluntary organisation that was formed in early 2007 by women, following their own experiences in the Irish maternity system.
Baby Café drop - ins are run by a range of staff including health professionals (midwives, health visitors, or lactation consultants); practitioners such as nursery nurses; or breastfeeding counsellors from the voluntary breastfeeding organisations.
AIMS Ireland is a voluntary organisation, formed to highlight and campaign for a greater understanding, acceptance and support for normal birth practices in our country.
All sectors involved in developing and policies and programmes to deliver on fuel poverty targets should attend including representatives from local government and RSLs; central government; the energy industry; Green Deal installer organisations; health agencies; voluntary and not for profit agencies at a national and local level.
«What I found in the region was a dynamic group of voluntary sector refugee organisations as well as some excellent, yet under - resourced, counselling and mental health, BME and women's projects working hard to respond to the needs of refugee survivors.
Evaluating the Public Health Responsibility Deal for Alcohol surveys the evidence on the Government's flagship public health programme, which was launched in 2011 as a voluntary partnership with commercial organisations, public bodies, academics and NGOs to promote public health goals.
A further # 2.25 million is being invested in the homicide service and in specialist voluntary organisations which help bereaved families, he added.
It is, pitifully, even worse in some voluntary organisations who have let the word «community» become code for «second - rate».
Remainers, he says, should join political parties, campaign in voluntary organisations and trade unions, and write letters to party leaders.
The family, voluntary organisations, private sector development charities, school choice, tough love in welfare and thrift are among our distinctive non-state weapons in the war on poverty.
He has been a trustee of the Bromley by Bow Centre, a pioneering voluntary organisation led by the local community in East London.
A Private Members» Bill introduced in the House of Commons by Nick Hurd MP, it came about after an unprecedented five year campaign supported by dozens of voluntary organisations, trade unions and other representative groups, parish and town councils and tens of thousands of individuals.
One of the initiatives we have launched in Denmark is a national partnership for reduction of avoidable food waste, which will foster voluntary and binding collaboration between all links in the food chain and relevant authorities and organisations, as solutions and barriers should be addressed across all stakeholders.»
The deal, which is intended to establish voluntary agreements on issues such as labelling and advertising in the alcohol industry, will still go ahead but without the conferred legitimacy of public health organisations.
Ms Flint said: «Over the next 12 months we will be rolling out a series of other initiatives linking in with partner organisations across the public sector, the food manufacturing and retail sector and with voluntary organisations to support families live a healthy life based on a healthy diet and increased physically activity.
A huge range of voluntary organisations, campaign groups and charities — from the umbrella organisation, the National Council of Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) to the TUC, the Royal British Legion to the RSPB, Oxfam to Unlock Democracy — have joined 38 Degrees in stark warnings about the damage that part II of the government bill would inflict onorganisations, campaign groups and charities — from the umbrella organisation, the National Council of Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) to the TUC, the Royal British Legion to the RSPB, Oxfam to Unlock Democracy — have joined 38 Degrees in stark warnings about the damage that part II of the government bill would inflict onOrganisations (NCVO) to the TUC, the Royal British Legion to the RSPB, Oxfam to Unlock Democracy — have joined 38 Degrees in stark warnings about the damage that part II of the government bill would inflict on open debate.
The storm of outrage among civil society organisations over the government's bill to stifle campaigning by voluntary bodies, pressure groups and charities for a year in advance of the next general election has eclipsed debate on the abject weakness of the same bill's proposals for a register of lobbyists.
As well as working on behalf of his constituency and contributing to a number of voluntary and not - for - profit organisations, David is now being a constructive thorn in the side of the coalition government.
The CSJ also has an alliance of «front line poverty fighting charities» and runs an annual Centre for Social Justice Awards ceremony celebrating some of the best voluntary and non-profit organisations in the UK.
Brought to London by the «Blue Labour» community guru Maurice Glasman, on his first meeting with Ed Miliband in 2011 Graf urged him to appoint someone he trusted to tour Britain talking to civic leaders, headteachers, unions, churches and voluntary organisations and thus assess the mood of the grassroots.
The Chartered College of Teaching, which was first proposed in 2012, aims to be a voluntary, teacher - led organisation which will support professional development, promote and share evidence - informed practice, and recognise excellence.
The joint survey by the NEU and the Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) also reveals the extent to which schools are stepping in to fill the gaps left by the cuts to statutory services and voluntary and community organisations.
The survey also revealed the extent to which schools are stepping in to fill the gaps left by the cuts to statutory services and voluntary and community organisations.
I believe many borrowers are like me,» said Mr Ang, who now volunteers at voluntary welfare organisation (VWO) Adullam Life Counselling, helping others in debt.
We are a voluntary organisation with members from all over the world that have come together to help dogs in need, regardless of their location.
Animals In Need is a voluntary organisation dedicated to rescuing sick, injured, trapped and distressed wild and domestic animals.
Volunteer Latin America is an environmental and animal friendly organisation that facilitates voluntary service overseas in Central and South America.
The Australian Farmers» Markets Association (AFMA) is a voluntary organisation convened in 2003 to create a networking entity committed to supporting the development and growth of best - practice and sustainable farmers» markets across Australia.
Launched in late 2011 by project Aware, 100 % Aware is a voluntary program that encourages PADI dive centres around the world to promote the work of Project AWARE, a non-profit organisation that relies on financial support from environmentally concerned divers.
Digital Birmingham is a partnership organisation made up of public, private and voluntary organisations working towards accelerating economic growth in the city through digital innovation, in line with the council's Big City Plan.
Established in 2004 as a professionally managed organisation, MK Arts for Health emerged from the voluntary Milton Keynes Hospital Arts Committee, who successfully developed one of the largest Hospital Arts Collections in the UK.
Palais de Tokyo organises special training sessions based on the current exhibitions for special needs teachers, socio - cultural professionals and members of voluntary organisations, in order to help them prepare for their group's visit.
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