From 18 November 2025, all company directors and people with significant control (PSCs) will be legally required to verify their identity under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.

There are several ways that you will be able to confirm your identity, and it is likely the Companies House will send you an email with the details – so keep an eye out for this in your inbox.

Feeding Britain, as a convening member of the HAF Alliance, are circulating a petition to urge the Government to extend the HAF programme of meals and activities during the school holidays, in England, through to the next general election. Funding for the programme has not yet been confirmed beyond 2025 and, given the profound impact of the programme, they are calling for commitment beyond this year.

The petition will close on Friday 5th September.

The Cheshire Asbestos Victims Support Group is currently seeking a Treasurer to join its dedicated team. This vital role involves managing the group’s accounts and preparing financial reports for the management committee.

While the position carries responsibility, it is not overly demanding. The main tasks include entering financial details into accounting software—full training will be provided, so no prior experience with the software is necessary.

Apex Charitable Trust are taking part in the Big Give Christmas 2025 challenge.

By becoming a Pledger you are committing to provide match funds. These funds will be used to double donations made to the charity during the campaign.

By pledging through this Christmas Challenge enables them to double what they raise.

They are looking for supporters to pledge before 29th August 2025.

Catalyst is undertaking an exciting new project. In 2022, the National Lottery Heritage Fund awarded Catalyst funding for the Development Stage of the Synergy Project which aims to make their heritage accessible to new and underrepresented audiences in an exciting and meaningful way. The project will physically redevelop the heritage galleries and transition spaces, as well as implement a heritage education offer to complement their already successful STEM programme.

Salary: £26,421 per annum

Application Deadline: 12th September

Public Health are looking to recruit a new officer who will work in the Public Health team and will be asked to support a range of Public Health agendas such as healthy eating, mental health and wellbeing, sexual health, preventing infections, drugs and alcohol, tobacco smoking and more.

The post holder will be providing support to Public Health Practitioners and will be a key member of the Public Health Team.

Salary: SCP 7-11 - £26,403-£28,142 SCP 12-17 £28,598 - £31,022 per annum

Closing date: 31 August 2025

For world suicide prevention day on 10th September "Calm your mind" is working alongside James' Place in Liverpool to help raise awareness of the help they can provide to men in suicidal crisis find hope for the future.

Join Andy from James'place providing information on how the service can help, how to refer to them and who they can help.

Date and time: Thursday, September 11 · 3:30 - 4:30pm 
Location: Online

Halton residents looking to boost their digital confidence and stay connected with loved ones are invited to attend a free Digital Drop-in event offering friendly, one-on-one support.

The event aims to make technology more accessible and less intimidating.

When: 1st September 2025 10:30am-12:30pm

Where: Ditton Library, Widnes

No need to book, just drop in to get your digital questions answered.

Local community groups are being encouraged to take part in a new initiative aimed at improving support for refugees and asylum seekers living in the borough.

The Refugee Resettlement Service will host a community forum on 22 August 2025 at 1:00 PM in St Helens Town Hall (Pilkington Room), providing an opportunity for local organisations to collaborate, share resources, and address challenges faced by new arrivals.

Do you feel confident supporting someone who may be using the internet in relation to their self-harm or suicidal feelings?

Are you talking to them about how their online use might affect their wellbeing?

Join a Samaritans free training webinar, to help you have safe conversations about online use.

Dates:

August 28th, 1 - 2.30 pm

September 30th, 12.30 - 2 pm

The 18th of September is National Fitness Day which celebrates the impact being active can have on our life. Halton Borough Council will be hosting its Place Based expansion launch event for physical activity on national fitness day this year.

They want to hear from stakeholders across the system on how they can support our population to move more. This includes where there are opportunities for system working and collaboration across partners.

When: Thursday, September 18 · 9am - 12pm GMT+1

Where: DCBL Stadium, Lower House Lane Widnes WA8 7D

Powered By Hip Hop, formerly known as UC Crew, is making waves this summer with a series of dynamic, inclusive programmes aimed at improving wellbeing and reducing loneliness through the transformative power of Hip Hop arts.

With over 21 years of experience, the organisation continues to champion creative expression through Break Dance, DJing, Graffiti Art, and newer disciplines like Circus and Parkour.

Thanks to recent funding, Powered By Hip Hop is expanding its reach with targeted activities for refugees, asylum seekers, and home-schooled children. 

Registered Office: St Maries, Lugsdale Road, Widnes, WA8 6DB