Upcoming Grant Deadlines
08/11 easyfundraising Impact Fund
10/11 Money Guiders Grant Fund 2026/27
10/11 Screwfix Foundation
11/11 Leeds Building Society Foundation
11/11 Paul Hamlyn Foundation - Teacher Development Fund
12/11 Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust - National
12/11 Great British Energy Community Fund
12/11 National Lottery Heritage Fund: Strategic Initiatives – Heritage in Need: Places of Worship
12/11 National Lottery Heritage Fund: Strategic Initiatives – Heritage Places
12/11 National Lottery Heritage Fund: Strategic Initiatives – Landscape Connections
12/11 Weaver's Company Benevolent Fund
13/11 B&Q Foundation - Home Improvement Grants
13/11 B&Q Foundation - Home Starter Kit Grants
13/11 Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS)
15/11 Toy Trust
15/11 UEFA EURO 2028 Innovation Programme
16/11 DPS Social Commitment Programme – Activate
16/11 DPS Social Commitment Programme – Scale
16/11 National Archives - Project Grants
16/11 Rosa - Voices from the Frontline
18/11 LGBT+ Fund - Youth Joy Fund
19/11 NIHR Health and Social Care Delivery Research (HSDR) Programme
20/11 CIPS Foundation Grant Scheme
20/11 National Archives - Resilience Grants
20/11 Will Charitable Trust
26/11 Arts Council England - Music Growth Fund
27/11 Cornercroft Foundation
27/11 Funding to Support Black and Mixed Black Heritage Researchers Across the UK
27/11 Historic England – Neighbourhood Heritage Grants
30/11 Alice McCosh Trust
30/11 Music for All - Community Project Funding
30/11 Royal Society - Partnership Grants
30/11 The Primary Club
30/11 UnLtd - Awards for Social Entrepreneurs
30/11 Wise Music Foundation
01/12 Castle Studies Trust
01/12 Jean Sainsbury Animal Welfare Trust
01/12 SBRI Healthcare Competitions
01/12 Ulverscroft Foundation
01/12 Hospital Saturday Fund

Featured Grants

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The Henry Smith Foundation


The Henry Smith Foundation (previously Henry Smith Charity) is one of the oldest and largest grant makers in the UK. They make grants for work throughout the UK, supporting organisations and their leaders with bold ideas dedicated to making social change now. 


There are also 2 Heritage programmes:

• Kindred Grants – Grants and support for Henry Smith’s descendants
• Clergy Grants

Each of the grant programmes have specific areas of interest and specific guidelines as well as different deadlines and application forms. There is detailed information covering all of this available on the foundation’s website.


Find out more on our website...


The Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation


The Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation make grants of up to £10,000 to support charities working with young people and communities experiencing conflict & violence arising out of political affiliation, race, gender and/or faith, and victims / families affected by terrorism.


Grants are provided for specific projects, including costs for project staff, and applications can be submitted throughout the year.


If you wish to apply you can complete and submit the online application form together with the supporting documents via the Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation website.


Find out more on our website...


Will Charitable Trust




The Will Charitable Trust offers grants of normally £20,000 or more to UK registered or exempt charities supporting blind people, people with learning disabilities, and cancer sufferers and their families.


The Trust prioritises projects based in England that improve connection and belonging. Applicants must have an annual turnover of at least £50,000 and request a minimum of £10,000.


Projects must focus on one of three key areas: blindness and visual impairment, long-term support for people with learning disabilities, or support for cancer sufferers and their families. Priority is given to charities specialising in these areas. The Trust does not fund schools or colleges, and projects based primarily outside England are unlikely to succeed.


Find out more on our website...

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Training Courses

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Get Grants Training Courses cover a range of fundraising areas and topics, including our most popular Bid Writing Training Course, diverse income streams including Major Donor, Corporate, and Legacy fundraising, and key fundraising skills including Storytelling, Monitoring & Evaluation, and Strategy.
Upcoming Training Courses

Corporate Fundraising Training Course – Monday 2nd & 9th November 2026, 10am – 12pm


Monitoring & Evaluation Training Course – Tuesday 3rd & 10th November 2026, 10am – 12pm
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Legacy Fundraising Training Course – Thursday 5th & 12th November 2026, 10am – 12pm


Bid Writing Training Course –Thursday 12th & 19th November 2026, 10am – 12pm

Trusts & Foundations Fundraising Training Course – Wednesday 25th November & 2nd December 2026, 10am – 12pm


Popular Training Courses


Bid Writing


Corporate Fundraising


Storytelling for Fundraising




Fundraising Strategy 


All of our courses can be provided as In-House Courses.

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In Person Bid Writing Training Courses

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Get Grants are now delivering our popular Bid Writing Training Course in-person. Join us for a full day with Get Grants Founder & Director John Ellery, with lunch and refreshments included! 


In-Person Bid Writing Training Course

• London: Tuesday 3rd November 2026, 10am – 4pm
• Birmingham: Tuesday 17th November 2026, 10am – 4pm

MASTERCLASSES

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Upcoming MASTERCLASSES


Ethical Fundraising MASTERCLASS – Friday 20th November 2026, 11am – 12pm


Finding Major Donors MASTERCLASS – Thursday 28th January 2027, 10am – 11am


Prospecting MASTERCLASS – Thursday 25th February 2027, 11am – 12pm
 


FREE Events

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Upcoming FREE Events


FREE Meet the Funder & Meet the Expert Events

• Tesco Fruit & Veg Grants – Thursday 12th November 2026, 12:30pm – 1:30pm
  
• Charity Excellence Framework – Tuesday 24th November 2026, 1pm – 2pm
  
• Localgiving – Tuesday 1st December 2026, 1pm – 2pm
  
• The Clothworkers’ Foundation – Monday 8th February 2027, 12:30pm – 1:30pm
  

​FREE Virtual Fundraisers Networking Event

• November: Monday 23rd November 2026, 11am – 12pm
• December: Thursday 17th December 2026, 1pm – 2pm
• January: Tuesday 26th January 2027, 10am – 11am

FREE Get Grants Showcases

• One-to-One Mentoring Service – Thursday 19th November 2026, 12pm – 1pm
• Get Jobs – Thursday 28th January 2027, 11am – 11:45am

FREE Get Grants & easyfundraising Online Webinar

• November – Monday 16th November 2026, 2pm – 3pm

Get Grants FREE Virtual Conference 2027

• Tuesday 5th & Wednesday 6th October 2027, 10am – 3pm
• Book your place today through Eventbrite.

All our previous Meet the Funder & Meet the Expert Events are available to watch again on our website.

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Virtual Fundraisers Networking Events

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If you are new to fundraising, are the only person fundraising in your organisation, or have a wealth of fundraising experience to share, Get Grants FREE Virtual Fundraisers Networking Events are a fantastic opportunity to connect with other fundraisers!


Join us each month for expert insights, advice, top tips, from the Get Grants team, and peer support from our friendly Get Grants Fundraising Community!


In these popular events, we hand the mic over to you, giving you a space to talk about your fundraising challenges and frustrations and celebrate your successes!


Every month attendees can WIN one of 2 places on our training courses!


Secure your FREE place and view upcoming dates via our website OR book via Eventbrite. ​

Fundraising Services

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You don’t always need to do it alone or spend hours doubting whether you’re getting it right. 


Get Grants Fundraising Services give you access to our Fundraising Experts and set you on the path to fundraising success!



Application Review
Too often, fundraisers spend hours rewording applications, delay submitting, or get rejected because of an avoidable error. Our Application Review Service offers an expert pair of eyes so that you can be confident your application has the best chance of success!


View more details on our website.


Prospect Report
Don’t know where to apply or keep applying to the wrong funders? Our Prospect Report Service puts in your hands a list grant funding opportunities tailored to your organisation and your fundraising needs.


View more details on our website. 


Contact us to enquire about our Fundraising Services. 

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Parkgate Surgery Enter and ViewOur recent Enter and View visit to Parkgate Surgery painted a very positive picture of the practice.

Patients told us they value the surgery's triage system and consistently described staff as friendly, approachable and helpful.

We also heard about the strong teamwork behind the scenes, with staff committed to delivering the best possible care.

While the feedback was overwhelmingly positive, we recommended making information about repeat prescription ordering options clearer for patients.

Overall, the visit highlighted a welcoming practice that listens to feedback and is continually looking for ways to improve.

The November edition of the Rossendale Community Network is now available at community-bulletin-november-2026
I hope you find it informative, for earlier copies please visit:  https://www.rossendale.gov.uk/downloads/download/11898/community-bulletins

World Suicide Prevention Day: The Story Behind Six Connections’ Life-Saving App

With £2,500 from the Christal Foundation, Six Connections’ Dave Scholes built an AI-powered app that has already helped save two lives.

Tackling loneliness in later life this World Mental Health Day

Just Good Friends is helping older people in Lancashire beat loneliness through food, company and a reason to leave the house.

Minhals Story: “You are more than just what you have experienced”

Minhal, shares what’s possible when women leaving crisis are seen as more than their circumstances.
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Community Foundation for Lancashire Annual Dinner 2026

CFL’s 6th Annual Dinner at Browsholme Hall brought businesses together to celebrate community action in Lancashire.
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National Food Bank Day: Supporting Communities Through Food Poverty300,000 food parcels were handed out across the North West last year alone.

Read More 

International Day of Charity: What the Public Really Thinks About Giving

Charity Commission research shows belief in the cause and seeing a visible impact are the main drivers of national donors.


Read More Here

Marsden Building Society Renews Sponsorship of CFL Annual Dinner

Marsden Building Society sponsored CFL’s Annual Dinner, continuing its long-standing support for Lancashire communities.

Fundraising for Women-led Charities at the Enterprise Vision Awards

CFL joined the Pink Link Ladies at the Enterprise Vision Awards, which raised £3,500 for the Lancashire Women’s Fund.


The Windmills Foundation awarded £123,353 through Lead the Change

The Windmills Foundation received £123,353 over three years through Lead the Change to empower young people as community leaders.


​Finance Team complete 'Race for a Reason' 

Sharon and Juliet raced 590 miles round the UK in three days, raising money for Alfie’s Squad, which supports families bereaved by suicide.

Bonfire Night is fast approaching. In my house, the loud bangs are not popular with either the kids or the animals. But for many others, the colour and spectacle are among the highlights of the season. This year, Diwali, the Festival of Lights, also falls on 8 November. Fireworks are sometimes used as part of those celebrations too. Whatever your plans, we can probably all agree that the key to a successful night is staying safe and being considerate. We’ve pulled together some of the official advice for you here.  Other stories we're sharing this month include: 

• Respect Orders are launched by the Home Office
• Neighbourhood Watch volunteers share success stories with ministers and the media
• Community spotlight on Newham and Operation ADDER

Respect Orders launched 
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People who behave anti-socially could be hit with tougher restrictions as new Respect Orders come into force across England and Wales, enabling police and councils to take stronger enforcement action. Courts can ban offenders from town centres or stop them drinking in public hotspots like high streets and local parks. They can hand out fines and community punishments, including curfews or hours of volunteering. People can also be ordered to do drug or alcohol programmes or anger management courses. Read the full story here. 


​Neighbourhood Watch volunteers share success stories with ministers and the media

​Volunteers in Staffordshire and Hertfordshire have been speaking to the Policing Minister and the media about tackling antisocial behaviour at a local level. Angela Michell, a coordinator in Hemel Hempstead, joined Policing Minister Sarah Jones on a walkabout of the town centre, alongside David Taylor MP and senior police leaders from Hertfordshire Police's Anti-Social Behaviour Team. Meanwhile, Geraint Lang, Association Lead and Chair of Staffs Watch, spoke to BBC Radio 5 Live about the success the organisation has achieved in Penkridge. You can listen to the interview here (scroll to 1.06).

AlarmID – the gift of peace of mind
Give something genuinely useful this Christmas. AlarmID is a portable tamper alarm that helps protect bags, laptops and suitcases wherever life takes you. Featuring fingerprint activation and a loud 100dB siren, it's a thoughtful gift for students, commuters, travellers and loved ones whose safety and peace of mind matter most. Get the exclusive NW discount here. – AD. 


Deepfake Dialogues 
Our Cyberhood Ambassadors have been working with the Deep Truth Project, a nonprofit organisation dedicated to building public resilience against deepfakes and AI-driven misinformation. They work through educational outreach, empowering people to protect themselves and to maintain trust. They also have a podcast with some really interesting stories exploring all aspects of AI and deepfakes, listen on YouTube, Spotify or Apple. 


One in eight children don’t feel safe in their local areas​
Research shows that around 12% of children in England, or roughly one in eight, report feeling unsafe in their local areas. The data comes from a report recently published by the Children's Commissioner Dame Rachel de Souza. The dataset brings together 162 measures of children’s lives to build a picture of what it is like to grow up in different areas. Read the report and the interactive data here. 


Nominations are open for the Kings Award for Voluntary Service 
Thousands of Neighbourhood Watch volunteers across England and Wales make a difference through their volunteering. The King's Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) was created to celebrate the contributions of local volunteer groups. Equivalent to an MBE, KAVS is the highest award given to local voluntary groups in the UK. Nominations will close on 1 December. Find out more here. 

Community spotlight: Newham 

​Newham Neighbourhood Watch in London recently supported a collaboration between British Transport Police and the Metropolitan Police in East Ham. Together, they delivered action days for Operation ADDER (Addiction, Diversion, Disruption, Enforcement and Recovery), with high-visibility engagement around commercial hubs, transport locations and local parks to tackle drug dealing, anti-social behaviour and street crime.


Christmas shopping? Fundraise while you shop online​
When you buy things online, you could be raising donations for Neighbourhood Watch Network as well. More than 8,000 retailers, including eBay, Argos, John Lewis, ASOS, Booking.com and M&S, are ready to donate, and it won’t cost you a penny! Each time you shop online, visit the easyfundraising site first to find the retailer you want. After you’ve checked out, they will donate to Neighbourhood Watch Network at no extra cost to you. Go to Easyfundraising and join for free. 


The UK's traditional landline network is due to close in January 2027
Make the move to Digital Voice well before the deadline for switchover, so your BT services are not disrupted. If BT gets in touch with you about switching, make sure you confirm an appointment soon. Still need to book your appointment or need some help?  BT customers can call the customer service team on 0330 1234 150 or simply dial 150 from their landline. Not a BT customer but have questions? Contact your phone provider directly for advice and support. Discover more on the BT website. – AD.

Coming Up Soon...
Our Festive Light Switch On party will be returning this year on:


Thursday 26th November
5pm - 8pm


Amazing Accrington will be switching on the festive lights and we will be opening our Accrington community café and hub for the evening. Our Santa's grotto will be open for young people to visit, with a £2.50 charge each child will be able to visit the grotto, meet Santa and his merry elves, and receive a present.
Our café will also be open with seasonal treats available to purchase.


Carers Link Lancashire, 54-56 Blackburn Road, Accrington, BB5 1LE

Our new Bacup charity shop and Information Hub is opening this month,
With a selection of preloved fashion, homeware, vintage and more set over two floors there's some fantastic bargains to be found. We will also be opening an information hub for unpaid carers across East Lancashire, with advice, and support available. We are looking forward to our new space in Bacup being a warm and welcoming spot for the local community. Pop in and say hello from our opening date party:


Tuesday 3rd November
10am - 12pm
14 Yorkshire Street, Bacup, OL13 9AE

Our upcoming Cygnet Autism training will take place in Rossendale this November - December
10am - 1pm
The Maden Centre, Bacup, OL13 9NZ
To book your free place complete our online form Autism Support | carers-link-01

Are you a Young Adult Carer in East Lancashire?

• 18 - 25 years old?
  
• Living in East Lancashire
  
• Looking after someone
  

We are setting up a programme of support for Young Adult Carers across East Lancashire. If the above describes you, our team will be in touch with more information about our upcoming programme of support.

Our next Moving and Handling Course will take place on the following date and time:


Friday 6th November
1pm - 3pm
Castlewood Care Home, Higher Standen Drive, Clitheroe, BB7 1FT


This course will help you in your role as a carer by showing you basic skills to move people safely, Booking is essential for this free course, you can book your place by completing an online registration form Activities, Events and Courses | carers-link-01
or emailing activities@carerslinklancashire.co.uk

What we've been up to in October..
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Our Participation and Engagement Team set up a stall at an information day event organised by Red Rose Recovery. We joined other local organisations, and passed out leaflets and information to visitors to the event about the support Carers Link Lancashire can provide to unpaid carers across East Lancashire, including peer support groups, carers assessments, benefits advice, activities, courses and more.

Our Volunteer Officer and a member of our volunteer team attended a careers and volunteering event at UCLAN Burnley campus last month to spread the word about the volunteering opportunities we have available across our charity shops in Accrington, Colne, Haslingden and our new shop opening this month in Bacup, as well as our Connecting Communities Befriending opportunities. Our Volunteer Team spoke to a large number of students at the event and told them all about how we support volunteers in their role, and the application process. If your interested in volunteering with us or you know someone who might be interested, have a look at the volunteers page on our website for information about the different volunteering roles we have available at the moment and details on how to apply.


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Join us for our annual Carers Rights Day celebration!
Thursday 19th November
11am - 1:30pm
54-56 Blackburn Road, Accrington, BB5 1LE
This year we will be joined by several organisations who will be on hand to provide advice and guidance including Alzheimer's Society, Cohens Pharmacy, Social Prescriber, and more.

Volunteering
We have exciting news this month....our Accrington charity shop will begin opening on Saturdays!!


We will be open from 10am - 4pm for you to browse and purchase preloved bargains. To support the shop with their new opening hours we are looking for retail volunteers to help sort donations, welcome customers, tidy shelves and complete sales using the cash register.
 
To find out more contact our Volunteer Officer by email info@carerslinklancashire.co.uk
or visit our website to complete an online form
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Our December Prize draw is now open with tickets available to purchase via our website and our shops.
Carers Link Lancashire/Support us/Fundraise
Prizes include a Haven holiday, a Christmas hamper, and tickets to a football match. Winning tickets will be drawn Monday 21st December and will be shown live on our Carers Link Lancashire Facebook account.
1 x ticket - £5
3 x tickets - £10
6 x tickets - £20

New Little Explorers @ Hillside toddler group for children aged 0-5
Volunteering opportunities with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Free online mental health drop-in sessions for young people through CYPMH East
Expanded support sessions from Autism & ADHD Advocates CIC for parents, carers and neurodivergent individuals.

There's something for families, young people and volunteers looking to make a difference in their community.
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Take a look and find out what's happening this November.

From Monday 9th to Friday 13th November, I'll be giving up the comforts of home and spending five days and five nights living outside the Open Door Centre, raising awareness of homelessness and, importantly, raising vital funds for our charity.
 
I'm incredibly grateful to be joined throughout the challenge by Gregg Stevenson MBE, Rachel Pickard, Shaun Grant, Patrick Macadam and our Chair of Trustees, Wez Evans, who will each be giving up a night of their own comforts to support the cause.
 
Throughout the challenge, I'll be relying entirely on the Open Door Centre for the things we often take for granted, including food, washing facilities, electricity and somewhere warm to sit.
 
But when the shutters go down at the end of each day, that will be it. No popping home for a shower, no warm bed and no coming back inside until the centre reopens the following morning. I'll be spending the nights outside, experiencing just how important having somewhere to turn can be.
 
Of course, five days and nights can never truly replicate the reality of homelessness, but hopefully this challenge will help shine a light on the difficulties faced by those who find themselves without a home.
 
And whilst homelessness is at the heart of this challenge, the fundraiser is about something much bigger.
 
As many of you will know through your own professional involvement with us, Open Door is often the place people turn to when life becomes incredibly difficult. Whether that's someone facing homelessness, a family struggling to put food on the table, an individual experiencing poor mental health, or somebody who simply needs a friendly face and somewhere to feel safe, our doors are open to them.
 
We provide free counselling, crisis support, food parcels, community meals, peer support groups and so much more, often supporting some of the most vulnerable people in our community.
 
But the reality is that none of this happens without fundraising.
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Events like this are absolutely vital in allowing us to continue providing the services that so many individuals, families and indeed professionals have come to rely upon.
 
As a charity, we're incredibly proud of the relationships we've built with local professionals and organisations. Many of the people we support first come through our doors because somebody like yourselves has recognised that they need a little extra help.
 
That's why I wanted to share this challenge with you personally.
 
If you, your colleagues or your organisation would like to support our fundraiser, whether through a donation, sharing our appeal or simply helping us spread the word, it would be genuinely appreciated.
 
You can read more about the challenge and support our fundraising efforts through our JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/homelesschallenge
 
There is absolutely no obligation. We know how much pressure so many organisations are under themselves, but every bit of support makes a difference.
 
Ultimately, this challenge is about ensuring that Colne Open Door Centre can continue being there for people when they need us most.
 
Thank you, as always, for your continued support, your referrals and the important part you play in helping us make a difference across our community.
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​‘Opening doors’ in parliament

Last month we launched the report in parliament. Thank you to everyone who invited their MP to attend!


Mental Health Minister Alison McGovern described the report as ‘a timely and extremely important contribution’. Campaigner Jenny spoke powerfully about her unsuccessful attempts to get help when she developed symptoms of anorexia.  


And international experts on our panel really got the message across that same day open access would be a totally different way of meeting the increasing demand for support.


In this new model, people would receive appropriate support before their mental health worsens. It’s better for people like Jenny, and it would reduce pressure on services too.
Learn more about the campaign

The government publish their independent review

​The UK government’s Independent Review into Mental Health Conditions, ADHD and autism has finally been published. Its conclusion: mental health need really is rising, particularly among young people. The review admits that the system can't keep up with the increase in demand and recommends a focus on prevention and identifying needs early.


As a member of the review’s steering group, Mind’s CEO, Sarah, ensured that the voices of people with lived experience were represented throughout the process. Now we need to make sure that the review is the start of the system change that we want to see.

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We took ‘See Me Now’ to party conferences 

Every autumn, political parties hold their party conferences. It's a chance to influence party policies, and potentially, government decisions. And this year, we made our voice heard loud and clear.


Mind’s team attended all five leading party conferences. We spoke with politicians, policymakers and NHS leaders about the need for a mental health system that gives people access to the right support at the right time.  


Will you join the campaign and help us transform the future of mental health services? Add your name to show your support.
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Help shape guidance for people affected by the Mental Health Act 

​ Last year, the UK government reformed the Mental Health Act. Now they're improving the guidance on how it should be applied in practice. This is a crucial opportunity to address the ongoing issues and inequalities in how the Mental Health Act is used.


Mind is working with the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) to ensure that people's lived experiences help shape the new guidance. If you live in England, are at least 18 years old, and have direct experience of the Mental Health Act or have supported someone through it, we'd love to hear from you.
Find out more

Highlights include: 
Safeguarding Adults Week 2026 - Every Voice. Every Choice.
Free training opportunities, including Pathways Not Profiles, gambling harm awareness, substance misuse awareness and Train the Trainer programmes
New safeguarding resources, toolkits and e-learning materials
Lancashire Service Finder, with over 1,200 local support services listed
Updates from Prevent, the Violence Reduction Network and national safeguarding partners
Important child safety information, including safer sleep guidance, firework safety and road safety resources
Opportunities to influence future safeguarding priorities through partnership surveys and consultations

Three days of household preparedness


The updated guidance encourages people to consider how they would manage for three days during an emergency.

Key recommendations include keeping bottled water and non-perishable food at home, preparing a checklist of essential items and ensuring that people who qualify are registered with utility companies' Priority Services Registers.

The Government has emphasised that preparedness does not need to be expensive, and that people can build up their supplies gradually according to their circumstances.

The guidance is organised around four themes:

✅ Be ready for emergencies: Simple steps to improve personal and household preparedness, including planning for situations where everyday services may be disrupted.

✅ Play your part: Recognises the important role that communities, neighbours, volunteers and local networks can play before, during and after emergencies.

✅ Be informed about hazards: Provides information on the risks that could affect the UK, helping people better understand local hazards and potential impacts.

✅ Sign up for extra help: Highlights the Priority Services Register, which can provide additional support for eligible people during outages and other disruptions.

➡️ You can see the new campaign here: Be ready for emergencies - Be Ready


➡️ The Lancashire Resilience Forum website has a huge amount of information from a wide range of organisations on how you can prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies which can be accessed at www.lancashireprepared.org.uk

The event offers an opportunity to access free health checks, discover local services, and speak directly with organisations that can provide support for a wide range of health and wellbeing needs. Visitors will also be able to enjoy refreshments and take part in activities while learning more about the help available within their local community.
Whether you're looking for advice on improving your wellbeing, support for yourself or a family member, or simply want to find out more about what's happening in your area, everyone is welcome to attend.

The award celebrates outstanding groups making a real difference in their communities through the dedication, commitment and generosity of volunteers.

Do you know a group that deserves recognition for the impact they have in Lancashire?





Open to volunteer-led groups operating for at least three years
Recognises exceptional service to local communities
Can help raise the profile of an organisation and support future funding opportunities
 Self-nominations are not permitted
Nominations for the 2027 awards are now open and close on 1 December 2026. 
Find out more and submit a nomination: 🔗 https://kavs.dcms.gov.uk/



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An immersive course that challenges assumptions about Islamist extremism and strengthens safeguarding judgement. Led by a former Islamist.
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Islamist terrorism remains the UK’s most significant terrorist threat by volume. Yet figures to March 2025 show that Prevent referrals concerning Islamist extremism were less than half those involving the extreme right. There is also a significant age disparity: 82% of those arrested, charged and convicted under terrorism legislation were over 18, compared with just 47% of Prevent referrals.

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The challenge extends beyond the statistics.
Some frontline professionals lack confidence in recognising and discussing Islamist radicalisation in adults, while concerns about being perceived as racist or Islamophobic may deter them from raising legitimate safeguarding concerns.
This raises a fundamental question: what do you see — and when should you submit a Prevent referral?
Pathways, Not Profiles aims to strengthen professional confidence in recognising Islamist radicalisation in adults, discussing concerns, and making appropriate Prevent referrals.
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​We are excited to invite you to our Early Help Career Open Day, where you can learn more about the rewarding opportunities available within Early Help and Family Services. Whether you are looking for a new challenge, considering a career change, returning to work, or simply exploring your options, this is a great opportunity to find out how you could make a positive difference to the lives of children, young people and families.

At the event, you will be able to:

• Meet members of the Early Help team
• Learn about career opportunities within the service
• Find out more about the fully funded Skills for Life Bootcamp
• Explore routes into employment, even if you have little or no previous experience
• Discover opportunities that include a guaranteed interview

Event Details
📅 Monday 9th November
⏰ 10:00am - 2:30pm
📍 New Era Family Hub & The Zone, Paradise Street, Accrington, BB5 1PB

Highlights this edition:

• Congratulations to our brilliant volunteer award winners
• Apply for our latest round of community grants
• Catch up on the annual Neighbourhood Watch volunteer conference
• Admiral Insurance is partnering with Cyberhood Watch to help tackle scams

Neighbourhood Watch annual volunteers conference
Last week, we hosted our annual conference for Neighbourhood Watch coordinators and volunteers. Nearly three hundred people joined us online for sessions on police reform, volunteering, home security, fundraising, community events, as well as workshops on social media, funding and growing your scheme. If you missed it, don't worry, we've got recordings of most of the sessions on our website here. The remaining videos will be available soon. 


Congratulations to our amazing Volunteer Recognition Award winners!
It is so important to us to celebrate the great, often unique, work that our volunteers do. These awards, sponsored by ERA, recognise the people making a real change in their communities.
Huge congratulations to Andrew Burton in West Yorkshire, Mary Irons in Sussex, Louise Barton in Staffordshire, Michael Ashurst-Wheeler in London, and the Trelewis and Bedlinog District NW Scheme in South Wales. Find out more here.

Apply for this round of Community Grants
Neighbourhood Watch volunteers dedicate time, skills and experience to building safer, more connected communities. Our Community Grants programme helps cover costs such as materials, travel and project expenses. This year, our volunteers with a registered scheme can apply for a £75 voucher to extend their reach or up to £500 for a new community activity. Find out more here.


Admiral Insurance partners with Cyberhood Watch to tackle scams
Research shows that 42% of UK adults have been targeted by an insurance-related scam, most commonly involving car insurance. This year, Admiral Insurance has identified 564 bogus internet adverts from fraudulent companies pretending to be Admiral, a 162% increase on 2025.
In response, Admiral is partnering with Cyberhood Watch to launch a dedicated training programme to help people understand how insurance scams are evolving, how to protect themselves and how to report suspected fraud. Read the full story here.


Free bystander training available in central London
People who live and work in Belgravia and Mayfair in London are being invited to take part in free bystander intervention training designed to help create safer, more connected communities. Funded by Grosvenor, the training is available to residents, workers, businesses and community members in the area. Find out more here.


Local spotlight: Meon Valley Neighbourhood Watch
With over a thousand followers on Facebook, it's safe to say there's a lot going on in Meon Valley. One of our more rural schemes, geographically it's in Hampshire, but the reach extends from Twyford in the west to Denmead in the east and Whiteley in the south.
They share a host of useful information and events, with a particular focus on issues such as ASB, fraud, and road and vehicle safety, as well as local campaigns on noisy exhausts and rural crime. If you are based in the area, give them a follow here.

The Neighbourhood Watch shop
No, it's not a shop that sells watches, it's our online shop. People love our window stickers and signs, but did you know you can also get Neighbourhood Watch pin badges, T-shirts, tote bags, security products, bouquets and more!
If you have a friend, neighbour or volunteer in the street, these might be a nice way to say thank you. Check out the Neighbourhood Watch shop here.


Join the Neighbourhood Watch lottery!
Playing a charity lottery is a low-cost way to support a good cause while also having the chance to win up to £25,000 a week. Tickets cost just £1 and one of our supporters is guaranteed a prize of at least £175 every week.
The lottery generates income for our core work and volunteer network across England and Wales. These funds enable us to do more as a charity: support our members, build projects and make more of an impact on crime prevention and community wellbeing. Support the Neighbourhood Watch lottery here.


And finally, did you know…
Which local crime prevention scheme began in the UK in the Cheshire village of Mollington in 1982?
Here's a clue: it wasn't Crimestoppers!


Of course it was us! So lovely to see Neighbourhood Watch featured in The Chase, with the Destroyer himself, Shaun Wallace. I'm not saying he's my favourite chaser, but my mum has met him and says he's delightful.

That is all for this edition - thank you for reading. There is a version of the newsletter on our website here. ​