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The Armed Forces Covenant. Time for a review. Take part in the consultation
The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation ensuring that those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly and get the help they need and are entitled to. The Covenant for North East Lincolnshire is being refreshed and you are invited to help by taking part in a consultation. Read on for details.
Local Pharmacies – Meeting the needs of residents?
North East Lincolnshire Council are asking about pharmacy services in North East Lincolnshire to see if they meet the needs of the local residents. Read on to find out more and how to respond to the consultation.
Governance Weekly for 19th October
Our weekly roundup of news related to governance, trusteeship and leadership: News from NCVO and other articles worth a read.
Unsurprisingly there is a link between volunteering and improved wellbeing
A couple of interesting articles talking about the link between volunteering and wellbeing following on from World Mental Health day recently.
Social Prescribing Tender for North East Lincolnshire is published
The long awaited tender for Social Prescribing in North East Lincolnshire has been published via the CCG. The deadline for applications is 17th November 2017 and on Friday 20th October (this week) there is a first Market Engagement Event, so read on for how to find out more about the tender.
Blue Lights Brigade further success announced at VANEL AGM
Thanks to everyone who attended the VANEL AGM at WMCC this week. At the AGM we were pleased to have a presentation made to the Blue Lights Brigade project by Tribune Trust. Read more about the AGM event and about the presentation.
Come and join in Halloween at VANEL
We’re inviting Members and Friends along to our offices at Halloween for a scary get together! Read on for details.
Roundup of Member News – events, jobs and news updates
A couple of quick news updates from a few of our Member organisations. Job opportunity, a couple of events and some newsletters. Read on…
Seaside Santa’s Grotto down at Beach Hut No. 9
On Saturday 16 December 2017 Beach Hut No. 9 will be hosting “Santa’s seaside grotto”. Read on for more details. Ho Ho Ho.
Scouts event on 11th November – ‘Remember together- Passchendaele at home’ – open to all
Grimsby & Cleethorpes District Scouts are holding an event in Scartho on 11th November. Both Scouts and the general public are invited. Read on for information and how to book a place.
Rock Foundation invite you to their Chinese Evening event
Rock Foundation are holding a Chinese Evening event on Friday 3rd November. Read on for details and how to book.
Peter Barker’s Race Night on 28th October
Peter’s Race Nights have raised over £30k for church, school, youth and community groups and the next one is on Saturday 28th October. Read on for more information and how to book.
Welcome on board: learn about new VANEL member organisation – KeyRing
Keyring Living Support Network is UK wide and the Grimsby Network is our latest new member organisation. Read on to find out more about Keyring and what they do.
Funding Focus for 10th October
A quick roundup of a dozen or so funding pots that may be of interest. Some closing in October. Have a quick look to see if anything is suitable for your organisation to apply to.
Blue Lights Brigade now well underway with first volunteers onboard
The first group of volunteers into our new Blue Lights Brigade project have just been through their first training. Read on to find out more about the programme and the people involved.
The West Marsh Volunteer Awards 2017 sponsored by DFDS put on a great event!
The Volunteer Awards organised by West Marsh Community Centre were handed out at a great event at CueWorld in Grimsby last week. Some VANEL IGNITE staff attended along with a number of IGNITE volunteers to take part and to enjoy the event. Read on to find out about the event and who won what!
Navigo breakfast on World Mental Health Day
NAViGO invite you to attend their upcoming event for interview and photograph opportunities – celebrating world mental health day and raising awareness of workplace mental health Tuesday 10th October 2017 8:30am-9:30am at Grimsby Town Hall Please contact a member of the Corporate Affairs team to confirm your attendance – info.navigo@nhs.net or call (01472) 583054
Organised Dialogues. Next is on 19th October. Come along.
The next in the series of Organised Dialogue sessions will take place on 19th October at West Marsh Community Centre. Read on for an explanation of what the dialogues are about and what this series is covering as well as how to contact Marcus to book a place.
Universal Credit: What does this mean for place, people and community?
I’m sure we’re all watching the rollout of Universal Credit carefully and an event is on 18th October which anyone interested can attend. Read on for all the details.
Humberside Fire and Rescue want your help with their consultation
Humberside Fire and Rescue are seeking feedback on their full Strategic Plan and on their Integrated Risk Management Plan. If you can, please contribute to their consultation. Read on for all the details.