SEND reforms to 'strip away' children's legal protections, charity says
Planned changes to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system in England were announced last month. [Continue Reading]
Bag containing cannabis and cash left in donation area at charity shop
Police in New Zealand have said a rucksack left in a donation area at a charity shop contained cannabis and more than $3,700 (£1,600) in cash. [Continue Reading]
Bag of cannabis and cash accidentally donated to NZ charity shop
Two teenagers have been arrested after inadvertently leaving the knapsack for staff to find. [Continue Reading]
Princess Eugenie steps down from anti-slavery charity
She had been patron of human rights organisation Anti-Slavery International for seven years. [Continue Reading]
Large tortoiseshell butterfly confirmed no longer extinct in UK
Early spring sightings show colourful insect is a resident species for first time in decades, says conservation charityThe large tortoiseshell – an elusive and enigmatic butterfly that became extinct in Britain in the last century – is a UK resident species once again, with a flurry of early spring sightings.Britain’s list of native butterflies has increased to 60 with the return of the insect after individuals emerged from hibernation in woodlands in Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, Dorset, Cornwall and the Isle of Wight. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Labour to set up new extremism whistleblowing service for university staff
Minister announces action plan to boost social cohesion that will also give regulator powers to shut down charitiesThe UK government will expand powers to tackle extremism by setting up a new whistleblowing route for university staff and giving the Charity Commission powers to shut down charities, as part of a new action plan to strengthen social cohesion.The plan, announced by the housing, communities and local government secretary, Steve Reed, will invest a further £5m in the Common Ground Resilience Fund, which was launched to support organisations and authorities tackling divisions in communities. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Vulnerable people at risk as charity Wattle House loses federal funding
As a Perth charity that provides food and financial assistance for people who are struggling loses its federal funding, there are fears it will have to turn more vulnerable people away. [Continue Reading]
David Walliams dropped by multiple charities amid allegations of inappropriate behaviour and harassment towards junior staff
David Walliams, the former "Britain's Got Talent" judge and bestselling children's author, is experiencing a significant professional fallout following allegations of inappropriate behaviour. Reports indicate that he has been dropped by multiple charities that previously named him as an ambassador. This decision comes after accusations of harassment towards junior female staff during his time with HarperCollins, his former publishing partner. The controversy around Walliams escalated after an investigation was conducted late last year by HarperCollins into allegations of harassment. In a statement, the publisher outlined that Walliams was "not party to any investigation or given any opportunity to answer questions."... [Continue Reading]
Princess Eugenie steps down as patron of anti-slavery charity
Decision follows release of Epstein files that have disgraced her father, the former prince Andrew Mountbatten-WindsorPrincess Eugenie has stepped down as patron of the UK charity Anti-Slavery International, the world’s oldest human rights organisation.The decision follows the release by the US Department of Justice of millions of documents and emails relating to Jeffrey Epstein’s role in sexual abuse and trafficking women around the world, which have disgraced her father, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Hong Kong charity abruptly cancels ‘Race for Water’ fundraiser weeks before event
A Hong Kong charity has abruptly cancelled its signature annual trail-running fundraiser just two weeks before the event, leaving hundreds of participants in the dark on the reasons behind the decision. The 11th edition of the “Race for Water”, organised by A Drop of Life, was scheduled to take place on March 22 but would no longer proceed, according to the organiser, which did not provide reasons for the cancellation. “After careful consideration, A Drop of Life has decided to cancel the ‘Race... [Continue Reading]
Presbyterian Church in Ireland Faces Safeguarding Scandal Amid Investigations and Official Apologies
The Presbyterian Church in Ireland (PCI) is currently grappling with a significant safeguarding scandal, prompting official apologies and a commitment to examine potential redress. Reverend Richard Kerr, the Moderator Designate, has publicly acknowledged the church's failings as "totally unacceptable." His remarks come as he prepares to assume leadership amid a criminal investigation being conducted by the Police Service of Northern Ireland. This scandal has led the PCI to face intense scrutiny, particularly as the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland has initiated its own investigation into the church's safeguarding protocols and practices. The depth of the issue has raised concerns regarding... [Continue Reading]
