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Minister launches overseas volunteering project

29 February 2008, Children & Young People Now

The government has launched a 10 million pound volunteering scheme for young adults from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Feature - Commissioning: Less money, more care

27 February 2008, Children & Young People Now

Working together to provide services for children with complex needs can save time, be economical and encourage innovation. Local authorities in the South West have already saved more than £930,000,...

Rural network loses out on money

27 February 2008, Children & Young People Now

A support network for rural youth work is facing an uncertain future after the government declined to give it a cash lifeline.

Cash could reduce custody numbers

27 February 2008, Children & Young People Now

Local authorities should receive cash incentives for reducing the number of young people in custody, the Howard League for Penal Reform has said.

Cuts on the horizon for Suffolk children's centres

22 February 2008, Children & Young People Now

Children's centres being set up across Suffolk could face reducing services as councillors consider funding cuts.

Charity urges government to act on child poverty

21 February 2008, Children & Young People Now

Children's charity Barnardo's is urging the Government to make the battle against child poverty a focus of next month's Budget.

Work Wise: Funding watch - Grassroots Grants Programme

20 February 2008, Children & Young People Now

What it is: The Grassroots Grants Programme is part of the government's drive to build strong communities. It aims to increase the grant available to community groups that cater to...

Work Wise: Funding Briefs

20 February 2008, Children & Young People Now

- The Electoral Commission has awarded £1.2m to seven projects that aim to engage young people in the political process. Projects to benefit include YMCA's Democracy Champions.

Voluntary organisations get first tranche of £31m government fund

20 February 2008, Children & Young People Now

Ninety-nine voluntary organisations are celebrating after landing a slice of a £31m government grant. The organisations were awarded the money from the Children, Young People and Families Grant Programme.

Northern Rock, troubled bank

20 February 2008, Children & Young People Now

The charitable arm of Northern Rock is to be given at least £15m a year until 2010 as part of the nationalisation of the troubled bank. The government has also...