Scotland’s next census will be held in March 2022, conducted by the National Records of Scotland (NRS). They are holding online events, via Teams, on different themes for local groups and organisations, with information on how the census will be delivered, and how they can support people to ensure they can take part in the census. The next event will focus on Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) groups, and take place at 11am on Wednesday 3rd November.
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Halloween 2021: Safe and Fun Activities in Falkirk
Our Halloween 2021 page is now live! The spookiest time of year is upon us once again and we’re delighted to see that, for 2021, COVID-19 restrictions have relaxed enough to allow the third sector and communities across the Falkirk area to bring back some much-loved indoor and in-person Halloween events, parties and discos – and of course the return of guising, or “trick-or-treating”! Some of our local people and community groups have again organised outdoor Halloween activities, so everyone can still enjoy the holiday safely across Falkirk.
Save the Date: CVS Falkirk 2021 AGM and Speaker
CVS Falkirk and District look forward to welcoming members and guests to our online virtual AGM on Thursday 25th November 2021 at 2pm. This is a great opportunity to hear about what CVS Falkirk has been doing over the last year, the challenges of the pandemic for us and our members, while also looking to the future. Our guest speaker is Niall Kearney, Head of Third Sector Unit, Scottish Government. The presentation will be on the Government’s ambitions for the role of TSIs in the future, and the opportunities for the third sector to meet Government’s ambitions for Scotland.
FREE Cyber Resilience Training for Falkirk Third Sector Groups
Our team is holding FREE cyber resilience training for third sector groups and organisations across the Falkirk area, taking place via Zoom on Wednesday 20th October, and Thursday 21st October, Friday 22nd October. The training, delivered by our staff, is designed to be accessible to everyone, and not incredibly technical, but focused instead on human behaviour and what people can do. Making these small changes can have a big difference on your group’s online security. Our team will help you learn the cyber resilient behaviours and the tools you need to protect your group.
Bainsford and Langlees Community Action Plan Meetings
In a change to previously announced dates, Falkirk Community Planning Partnership (CPP) is holding online meetings and local in-person pop-up stalls to speak with local people in Bainsford and Langlees about what they want to see in their areas. The CPP is working with local community groups and residents to develop a Community Action Plan (CAP), which focuses these voices as key to the areas’ future. The first in-person stalls will be on Monday 20th September. Online meetings will take place the following week.
Sustainable Thinking Scotland Receive First Catalyst Fund Investment
Firstport’s Catalyst Fund has announced its first investment – to Bo’ness’ own Sustainable Thinking Scotland CIC! They have become the first social enterprise in Scotland to secure investment from the fund, with £190,000 to enable them to bring their biochar technology to market. In addition to their innovative biochar work, STS grows fresh fruit and vegetables for local foodbanks, as well as delivering learning projects – and most recently, they’re involved with the new gardening project at Bo’ness Community Hospital!
Falkirk Plan Draft Open for Consultation
The draft Falkirk Plan has been published, and is now open for public consultation via an online survey. The Plan is a new 10 year strategy, developed by the Falkirk Community Planning Partnership (CPP) to help tackle the most pressing issues of poverty and inequality across the entire Falkirk area. The current draft was developed through engagement with Falkirk’s different communities. The deadline for responses is Thursday 30th September.
FREE Hand Sanitiser for Forth Valley Third Sector Groups
The Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) in Forth Valley and Falkirk Safebase have been gifted an incredibly generous and large donation of L’Oreal hand sanitiser, which they are offering FREE to local third sector organisations and sports clubs across the Forth Valley.
COVID-19 Protection Levels Update: Scotland Moving Beyond Level 0
Scottish Government has confirmed that, on Monday 9th August, all of Scotland will move beyond Level 0 of COVID-19 restrictions, as planned. However, some protective measures will stay in place, including masks and face coverings indoors and on public transport, by law (with exemptions in place), and the collection of contact details as part of Test and Protect. People are also advised to continue to clean their hands and surfaces regularly.
Canal Encounters 2021
Canal Encounters is a free, month-long celebration of the Forth and Clyde Canals as part of Scotland’s Year of Coasts and Waters 20/21, running Sunday 1st August – Sunday 29th August, with different activities, workshops and walks along the 4 mile trail in Falkirk.
