Volunteer-led groups across the East Riding are invited to attend a free webinar about the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS), the UK’s highest recognition for volunteer-led groups making a difference in their local communities. With entries for the 2027 awards now open, the webinar will take place in the presence of His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant […]
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New Joint Inspections to Focus on Neglect of Younger Children
A new round of joint inspections will examine how local services work together to identify and support younger children who are at risk of, or living with, neglect. From autumn 2026, Joint Targeted Area Inspections (JTAIs) will focus on unborn children and children aged 0 to 11, looking at how agencies respond when concerns about […]
Registration opens for DBS Annual Conference 2026
Registration is now open for the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Annual Conference 2026, a free virtual event taking place on 6 and 7 October 2026. The two-day conference brings together people working across safeguarding to share knowledge and good practice. It is open to anyone working in or interested in safeguarding, including those from […]
Students urged to ‘stop and think before you click’ as student finance payments begin
Students are being warned to watch out for Student Finance fraud as maintenance loan payments begin for the new academic year. The Student Loans Company (SLC) is due to pay around £2.6 billion in maintenance support to 1.1 million students during September. Fraudsters know when these payments are being made and may use convincing emails, […]
Mental Health and Wellbeing & Suicide updates
Please see the below update, events, and resources ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day, this has been shared by the Domestic Abuse Partnership Board Team on behalf of North Lincolnshire Domestic Abuse Partnership Board *************************************************************** World Suicide Prevention Day – Candle-Lit Vigil Please find attached the programme for our World Suicide Prevention Day Candle-Lit Vigil, taking […]
CERT Downholme Trust Aspirations Fund – Grants for Young People
The CERT Downholme Trust Aspirations Fund is offering grants to help marginalised young people aged 14–18 overcome disadvantage and access opportunities that could support their future education, employment or career. The fund is available to eligible young people who live or are educated in disadvantaged neighbourhoods within Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, North East Lincolnshire […]
Common Ground Award 2026-27 opens for community organisations
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has published details of the 2026-27 Common Ground Award, providing capital funding to voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations working to bring communities together across England. The fund will support investment in facilities, community spaces and equipment that help organisations build stronger social connections, improve […]
New Fraud Forums launch across the Humberside area
Community VISION, through the FraudWatch project and in partnership with Humberside Police, is launching two local Fraud Forums to bring organisations together and strengthen the response to fraud across the Humberside area. The Hull & East Riding Fraud Forum and Northern Lincolnshire Fraud Forum will provide a space for partners to share emerging fraud trends […]
Free Android Tablets Available for East Riding VCFSE Groups
Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) organisations across the East Riding are being invited to apply for a free Android tablet to help support digital inclusion within their communities. The tablets have been generously donated by Quickline and are available to local organisations that can put them to good use helping people get online, […]
Dog warden team launch Facebook page to help reunite lost dogs with owners
The East Riding of Yorkshire Council dog warden team have launched a new page on Facebook, to more easily enable lost dogs to be reunited with their owners Under the Section 149 of the Environment Protection Act 1990, the council has a responsibility over stray and unattended dogs in the East Riding. The page will […]
New Career Route Opens for Young People as Train Driver Age Drops to 18
Young people considering their next steps after receiving their GCSE or A-level results now have a new career option, following a change to the minimum age for becoming a train driver. New rules introduced this summer mean 18-year-olds can now apply to train as train drivers, reducing the previous minimum age of 20. The change […]
Companies House Sign-In Changes Coming This August
Companies House has announced changes to how users sign in to its Find and update company information service, with GOV.UK One Login becoming the main sign-in option from late August 2026. Existing users will still be able to use their current Companies House account details for the time being. However, all new users will need […]
Government Announces Crackdown on Illegal Waste Crime
The Government has announced a new crackdown on criminal gangs involved in illegal waste sites, with tougher enforcement measures designed to protect communities and tackle organised waste crime. The plans will bring together police, local authorities, the Environment Agency, the National Crime Agency and regional leaders to improve intelligence sharing and target those profiting from […]
£8.7 Million Funding to Support Victims and Survivors of Sexual Violence
Victims and survivors of rape and sexual abuse will continue to have access to free, confidential support 24 hours a day, following the announcement of £8.7 million in Government funding. The Ministry of Justice has awarded the funding to Rape Crisis England & Wales to continue operating its national 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support […]
Young People Invited to Get Creative for World Mental Health Day Exhibition
Young people across the East Riding are being invited to share their creativity as part of a special exhibition marking World Mental Health Day. Organisers are calling for young people to submit artwork, poems and photography exploring one of three important themes: mental health, hate crime, and equality and diversity. Selected work will form part of […]
Funding Opportunity: Fat Beehive Foundation Digital Grants
Small UK charities looking to improve their digital presence can apply for grants of up to £2,500 from the Fat Beehive Foundation. The funding is designed to support specific digital projects that help charities reach more people, raise funds and increase their impact. This could include developing a new website, creating online resources or improving […]
£1.5m Farmer Welfare Grant Opens for Applications
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has launched a new £1.5 million Farmer Welfare Grant to support the mental health, wellbeing and resilience of people working within the agricultural industry. The funding is available to English charities and third-sector not-for-profit organisations, including smaller regional organisations, that can deliver projects supporting farmer health […]
Have Your Say: Help Shape Mental Health and Substance Use Research
Researchers from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Research (CAMHR) at the University of Hull are looking for young people, parents and carers with lived experience of substance use and mental health issues to help shape future research. CAMHR is working to improve support and care pathways for young people, particularly those who may […]
East Riding’s first Young Mayor presented with official badge of office
East Riding’s Young Mayor, Noureen Absinsanooj, has been presented with her badge of office by the Chairman of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Councillor Linda Johnson. Noureen became East Riding’s first Young Mayor earlier this year and she will help ensure young people are heard and meaningfully involved in civic and public life. Councillor Johnson […]
Join Free Webinars on Neurodiversity Awareness for the Workplace and Education
This autumn, the Humber Violence Prevention Partnership (VPP) is hosting two free webinars designed to improve understanding of neurodiversity and strengthen inclusive practice across workplaces and educational settings. Whether you work in policing, education, the community sector, or simply want to broaden your awareness, these sessions offer practical insights you can apply straight away. About the Sessions […]
Charity Commission Warns of Growing and More Complex Risks Facing Charities
The Charity Commission has published its Charity Sector Risk Assessment 2026, warning trustees and charity leaders about an increasingly complex range of risks facing organisations across England and Wales. The assessment highlights financial pressures, fraud, safeguarding, governance challenges, social tensions and emerging technology and cyber threats as some of the key issues charities need to […]
Community Safety Fund Round 9 – Now Live!
Following the success of the Community Safety Fund (CSF) to date, Round 9 of the popular grants scheme is now open for applications. Since the launch of the CSF in May 2022, in excess of £2million of grant funding has been allocated across eight rounds, supporting more than 180 community projects. Police and Crime Commissioner […]
Improving help and child protection: Online consultation from DfE
The Department for Education (DfE) is inviting children, young people, families and professionals who work with or support children to share their views on how children can be better supported and kept safe. The consultation is seeking feedback on how services can: Help families access support earlier. Improve how professionals such as teachers, police officers […]
Sun, sea and smiles as care-experienced young people enjoy Bridlington Beach Day
Care experienced young people took the opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled day of activities at Bridlington Beach. East Riding of Yorkshire Council held the beach day for care leavers aged 16-25, children in care aged 16-18 and separated migrant children. Young people took part in ball games, a swim in the sea, chilled out together […]
Top cycling teams set to compete in the East Riding, in the 2026 Lloyds Tour of Britain
2023 Tour of Britain Elite cycling teams are set to compete in the Lloyds Tour of Britain’s Men competition, which will take place in Hull and the East Riding on Friday 4 September. Eighteen teams have been announced, including the world’s number one ranked team, UEAE Team Emirates – XRG, and five UCI WorldTour teams. […]





