Think Your Friend Has Been Spiked?
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day.
As part of Soroptimists International 16 days of activism against gender based violence they have produced a flyer to raise awareness of spiking click on the image to download flyer.
Free PPE
We have supplies of free PPE available for VCFSE sector organisations and you can also have some supplies to pass on to your beneficiaries, it is particularly relevant with winter approaching and the concerns regarding the potential increase in flu as well as Covid this year.
We have the following items:
Email info@haltonsthelensvca.org.uk with the following details and we will get back to you asap
Name, Organisation Name, phone number and please let us know if you are based in Runcorn, Widnes or St Helens so we can pass on your request to the most relevant member of staff.
Latest Government Guidance on Coronavirus restrictions: what you can and cannot do
The Prime Minister has announced new rules to help protect ourselves and others from a new COVID-19 variant called Omicron. We must all wear face coverings in shops and similar businesses such as banks and hairdressers, as well as on public transport. People will face fines if they do not follow the rules. People with certain medical conditions are exempt. Travel rules have changed to prevent new cases from abroad. And all adults in England, aged over 18, will be offered a booster vaccine.
Key messages
● We must all wear a face mask in shops and on public transport, unless exempt.
● Travel rules have changed for those coming into the UK.
● You must self-isolate if you are in contact with someone who has the new variant.
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/covid-19-coronavirus-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do#may-whats-changed
Coronavirus Vaccines – Frequently Asked Questions
Guidance for the safe use of multi-purpose community facilities
Until further notice Halton and St Helens VCA will be managing their work as follows:
If you need a contact for our volunteering portal and volunteering across both Boroughs it’s Claire Redford-Kerr credford-kerr@haltonsthelensvca.org.uk
If you need support for your organisation in St Helens it’s Annie Lawrenson alawrenson@haltonsthelensvca.org.uk
If you need support for your organisation in Halton it’s Matthew Roberts Mroberts@haltonsthelensvca.org.uk
You can also contact Sally Yeoman our Chief Officer for issues in both Boroughs. She will also be picking up LCR work with VS6 colleagues syeoman@haltonsthelensvca.org.uk
For comms/website and information queries contact dmorris@haltonsthelensvca.org.uk ldaffern@haltonsthelensvca.org.uk
Our phones will be redirected and you will be able to contact us by using our usual numbers 01744 457100 / 01928 592405
Trustee Vacancies at Halton and St Helens VCA
If you're passionate about supporting #Halton & #StHelens #VCSE sector, have strategic vision, the ability to think creatively, good judgement and a willingness to speak your mind, we're looking for at least three new trustees to join our Board. We are particularly keen to hear from our members and/or anyone with a financial background. For more information about the trustee role click here.
Click here for information relating to engaging volunteers or becoming a volunteer in Halton or St Helens
