This latest NCVO report looks at the implications of ongoing austerity, and estimates the scale of cuts affecting the sector. If current plans go ahead, the sector will receive £1.7bn less funding from government in 2017/18 than in 2010/1
Voluntary Sector North West
St. Thomas Centre
19 July 2011
Holyoake House, Hanover Street, Manchester, M60 0AS
This event will enable you to:
The cost of the conference is £40 for Co-operative North West members and £60 for non-members. This includes the P6 Networking session, surgeries and workshops, as well as refreshments and a vegetarian buffet lunch. The full programme for the Event as well as a pro-forma for the P6 Networking session is available at www.cooperatives-nw.coop. To book a place at this conference, complete the online form at http://cnwconferenceandagm2011.eventbrite.com.They will contact you when you have booked if you have requested an appointment at one of the lunchtime surgeries.
Any queries please contact barbara@cooperatives-nw.coop.
FREE bursary places for this event are readily available to registered Co-operatives and Social Enterprises on request to barbara@cooperatives-nw.coop
The AGM 12-1 p.m. is FREE and open to all. You can book for the AGM only at http://cnwagm11.eventbrite.com
This Event is supported by ERDF, Co-operative Enterprise Hub and FCUM Radio
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