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Coronavirus updates and guidance

It’s important we all continue to take steps to prevent the spread of the illness, and support our staff and volunteers in different ways as restrictions change.

Advocacy for people with learning disabilities and autism, subject to seclusion, segregation or restraint

12 January 2021

In October 2020 the CQC published the final report on their review of autistic people and people with a learning disability and/or mental health condition who may be subject to restrictive practices as a result of ongoing concerns in this area.

Resources and workshops from the Advocacy Conference 2020

12 January 2021

The Advocacy Conference held during Advocacy Awareness Week at the end of October 2020 included a wealth of interesting workshops and sessions on a whole range of issues vital to the sector. Some of these are now available to watch.

Spirit of Christmas Appeal raises over £63,000 to support 47 local charities and community organisations at Christmas

07 January 2021

The Spirit of Christmas Appeal, led by Connected Voice in collaboration with Newcastle City Council and Gateshead Council, has raised a total £63,535 thanks to donations from 160 local businesses and residents.

Energise Your Community Consultation

15 December 2020

The Centre for Sustainable Energy are launching the ‘energise your community consultation’ on behalf of the Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and Local Authorities in the North East.

Connected Voice awarded Good Work Pledge from North of Tyne CA

02 December 2020

We're delighted to have been awarded the Good Work Pledge by North of Tyne Combined Authority.

Gateshead business Northern Gas and Power donates £40,000 to Spirit of Christmas appeal

23 November 2020

Northern Gas and Power, based on Gateshead Quays, has generously donated £40,000 to Newcastle and Gateshead’s Spirit of Christmas Appeal. £20,000 of that total was a personal donation by the company’s CEO, Fokhrul Islam.

Spirit of Christmas Appeal Fund now open to VCSE organisations for applications

23 November 2020

The appeal has now raised over £50,000 and the fund is now open to voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations operating in Newcastle and / or Gateshead.

New ‘Spirit of Christmas’ appeal to raise vital funds for local charities across Newcastle and Gateshead

09 November 2020

Connected Voice has partnered with Newcastle City Council and Gateshead Council to raise money from local businesses and residents through the Spirit of Christmas appeal.

Grants available for organisations tackling Newcastle food insecurity

04 November 2020

Organisations which help Newcastle residents access food and essential supplies are invited to bid for grants to help them meet growing demand and rising costs.