East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Christmas holidays grant scheme has launched for 2026. Applications are welcomed from organisations, charities, schools, town and parish councils, faith groups and businesses to provide four-hour sessions and a healthy meal for children and young people in receipt of benefits related free school meals. Organisations […]
Goole Residents are encouraged to share their views on art that has been installed across the town and meet the artist behind the works. This includes banners, bunting and window stickers that have been displayed around the town, including affixed to lampposts, Goole library and local shops. The artwork is in addition to the Goole […]
The Charity Commission has issued guidance for charities following a recent cyber security incident involving Beacon CRM, a customer relationship management system used by charities. The Commission says it is aware of the potential impact on organisations using the service and is working with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) as the situation develops. Charity trustees […]
Thousands of rural homes and businesses across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire are benefiting from faster and more reliable broadband as part of the UK Government’s Project Gigabit programme. More than 60,000 homes and businesses across the two regions can now access gigabit-capable broadband, with rural communities in the East Riding of Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire among […]
Young People across Hull, East Riding and North Lincolnshire are invited to get involved in the Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership’s “Nothing About Us Without Us” engagement events taking place this August. These sessions provide an opportunity for local young people to share their experiences and help shape health and care services […]
The Children’s Commissioner is inviting care experienced young people to take part in a new youth voice project in partnership with Ofsted, giving them the opportunity to influence how children’s social care services are inspected across England. The project aims to ensure that the voices and experiences of young people help shape future inspection frameworks […]
North Lincolnshire Council is inviting residents, carers, professionals and community organisations to help shape the future of its Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) and Home Assistance Policy. The Council receives Government funding through the Disabled Facilities Grant programme to help people of all ages remain safe, independent and comfortable in their own homes. Support includes home […]
Frontline staff, volunteers and professionals are invited to attend a free one-day training event focusing on Modern Slavery: Identification, Referral and Support. Modern slavery is an umbrella term that covers a range of exploitation affecting children, adults and some of the most vulnerable members of our communities. Often described as being “hidden in plain sight”, […]
The North Lincolnshire Health & Care Partnership is inviting residents, carers, families, and health and social care professionals to take part in a short survey to help improve community equipment and digital services across the area. The survey forms part of the Independence First, Equipped for Life project and is seeking feedback from people who […]
The UK is preparing to phase out its older 2G mobile networks between 2029 and 2033, meaning anyone using a 2G-only mobile phone or connected device will need to upgrade to continue accessing mobile services. While most people already use 4G or 5G devices, some older equipment still relies on 2G technology. This includes certain […]
Families across England can save money this summer as children aged 5 to 15 are now able to travel free on participating local bus services throughout August. The initiative is part of the Government’s Great British Summer Savings campaign, helping families reduce the cost of travel during the school holidays while encouraging more people to […]
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is reminding anyone who receives a Simple Assessment letter this summer to check it carefully and pay any tax owed by the deadline. Simple Assessment letters (PA302) are issued when HMRC believes tax is due that cannot be collected automatically through PAYE or Self Assessment. This could include tax owed […]
A major boost for nature recovery in Lincolnshire has seen £168,000 awarded to the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust following a series of environmental offences investigated by the Environment Agency. The funding comes through Enforcement Undertakings – legally binding agreements that allow businesses responsible for certain environmental offences to make financial contributions towards environmental improvement projects, alongside […]
More than 8,000 retailers, including some of the biggest high street names, will donate to your organisation if you join easyfundraising. The likes of John Lewis, Tesco and Argos have all donated thousands to community and voluntary led organisations across the country – and yours can get a share of future funding too. There’s no […]
The weather is very dry at the moment, which means fires can start easily and spread quickly. Just one spark can cause a serious fire. These fires can harm wildlife, damage the environment and put nearby homes and businesses at risk. You can help keep people and wildlife safe, and reduce unnecessary call outs for […]
Organisations across the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector are invited to attend the next East Riding VCFSE Safeguarding and Domestic Abuse Forum, taking place online via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 1 October 2026, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. The forum provides an opportunity to hear the latest updates, share good practice and network […]
Neighbourhood Network is currently looking to expand its team and is recruiting for two exciting opportunities. The charity is seeking an Operations Assistant to help support the day-to-day running of the organisation, as well as a Menopausull Project Coordinator, who will lead the delivery of an innovative project supporting people experiencing menopause. If you’re looking […]
Through a range of activities, campaigns and leadership opportunities, Volunteen Voice supports young people to develop new skills, build confidence and help shape the future of services across the East Riding. As part of the project, the East Riding Youth Council welcomes young people aged 11–18 (or up to 25 with additional needs) from […]
Families travelling across the East Riding and Hull this summer will benefit from free bus travel for children, with the region’s two bus operators both signing up to the Government’s ‘Great British Summer Savings Scheme’. The Mayor has also gone a step further and funded a 50% discount on travel for 16–19-year-olds on services provided by Stagecoach East Midlands and East Yorkshire Buses. Between […]
Safeguarding remains at the heart of the work carried out by the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector, helping to ensure that children, young people and adults at risk are protected from harm and can access safe, supportive services. East Riding VCFSE Safeguarding Service Review The VCFSE sector plays a vital role in […]
The Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector plays a vital role in supporting individuals, families and communities across the East Riding. Safeguarding is fundamental to this work, ensuring that children, young people and adults at risk are protected from harm and are able to access safe, supportive services. This survey seeks to gather […]
Parents and carers play a crucial role in helping young people stay safe. The challenges facing young people are increasing and becoming more complex. Similarly, knowing how best to support and guide children through changing times can be scary and overwhelming. For this reason, the Humber Violence Prevention Partnership (VPP) has worked with eski to develop the new ‘Not […]
The Charity Commission is encouraging charities to begin preparing now for the new Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Code of Practice, which is due to come into force shortly and will have legal status. The updated Code provides guidance on how organisations should apply the Equality Act 2010, including reflecting the Supreme Court’s clarification […]
Are you passionate about fairness, community safety, and ensuring that vulnerable groups across our region are protected and heard? The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) for Humberside is actively seeking dedicated independent volunteers to join our Hate Crime Scrutiny Panel. In this role, panel members objectively examine real world police decision […]
Community groups, charities and residents are being encouraged to take part in a new UK Government call for evidence to help shape the future of National Lottery Good Causes funding. Since 1994, National Lottery players have helped raise more than £53 billion for over 680,000 projects across the UK, supporting everything from community centres and […]