Agri-Environmental Climate Change Scheme

Posted on January 26, 2018

The next round of applications for the Agri-Environmental Climate Change Scheme is now open.

Jointly funded with the EU, the scheme has committed more than £100 million to 2,090 businesses since its launch in 2014 and supports environmentally friendly land management practices that aim to safeguard and improve Scotland’s natural heritage and help businesses adapt to climate change.

The closing date for applications is Friday 13^thApril.

For further information, including how to apply, please visit the Scottish Government website.

KSC Learning and Positive Behaviour Support Adviser

Kingdom Support and Care (KSC) are currently recruiting a Learning and Positive Behaviour Support Adviser. The position 36 hours per week, with a salary of £25,297 per annum. Some evening, weekend and shift working will be required. The deadline for applications is 12pm on Monday 28th January.

Connecting Volunteering Forum: First Meeting of 2019

The first Connecting Volunteering Forum of 2019 will take place on Wednesday 30th January, 10am – 12pm at the CVS Falkirk office, Callendar Business Park, Callendar Road, Falkirk, FK1 1XR. The forum brings together those who manage or supervise volunteering to discuss issues of common interest, and share knowledge, skills and experience, including how to celebrate and recognise the efforts of volunteers in Falkirk.

Get Heard Scotland

Get Heard Scotland (GHS), a programme coordinated by the Poverty Alliance, aims to provide feedback on anti-poverty policies and plans. The Poverty Alliance are currently live testing the toolkit, and are looking for organisations interested in taking part in this process.

Forth Valley Migrant Support Network Woman’s Group

Forth Valley Migrant Support Network (FVMSN) run a women’s group, open for women from any age and nationality, which meets once a week on Thursdays, 10am – 11:15am at Newhouse Business Park, Newhouse Road, Grangemouth, FK3 8LL. The attendees participate in educational sessions built around advice seminars on various topics, including informal English classes, confidence building workshops, computer tuition and hands-on activities.

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