Access to veteran-specific supported housing at record high

25 August 2023
Access to veteran-specific supported housing at record high
Access to veteran-specific supported housing and healthcare services is at an all time high, according to recently released figures.
The latest six monthly report published by the Office for Veterans’ Affairs shows that there is at least on veteran-friendly GP practice in 71 per cent of Primary Care Networks.
The government has been working with NHS England, housing providers and charities to provide dedicated support for veterans.
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Local authorities chosen to test SEND reforms

24 August 2023
Local authorities chosen to test SEND reforms
Local authorities across the country have been selected to deliver a new programme to test and refine SEND reforms to improve services for young people and families.
Backed by £70 million, the local authorities will help inform the development of new national standards to improve the consistency of provision across the country.
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Wales boosts cost-of-living support for students

24 August 2023
Wales boosts cost-of-living support for students
The Welsh government has announced an increase in support for young people in education or training.
The minister for education and Welsh language has announced a 6.5 per cent increase to the Financial Contingency Fund for 2023 to 2024. The fund provides financial support for eligible learners at further education colleges and can be spent on childcare costs, transport, meals, equipment and learning materials.
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Encouraging people to recycle their electronics

23 August 2023
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Old electronics present a huge problem to those in charge of managing waste. It is important that this waste is disposed of effectively and as sustainably as possible. However this can only be done if those disposing of the waste are willing and able to do so

Registration now open for RWM Expo 2023

23 August 2023
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Tickets are now available for the 2023 RWM Expo, the UK’s premier event for professionals working in the recycling, resource, waste, and wider environmental services industry. Formerly known as RWM & Letsrecycle Live, the event provides a platform to connect with others, learn, and drive positive industry and environmental change via discourse on sustainable resource management. The exhibition takes place on 13-14 September 2023 at the NEC, Birmingham. You can secure your FREE ticket here