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Compact 'complements third sector quality standards'25 Jun 2009
A new report launched today, Mapping third sector quality sector standards and the Compact, has found the Compact to be complementary to third sector quality standards.
Compact Refresh Well Underway24 Jun 2009
Work is now well underway on refreshing the national Compact, the longstanding agreement between government and the voluntary and community sector.
Angela Evans Smith announced as new third sector minister9 Jun 2009
The former parliamentary private secretary to Gordon Brown replaces Kevin Brennan.
Compact Voice Chair to speak at Westminster Legal Policy Forum Event9 Jun 2009
Simon Blake, Chair of Compact Voice will deliver a keynote address at the Westminster Legal Policy Forum’s latest seminar.
Commission issues think piece on the impact of the recession2 Jun 2009
A discussion paper looking at the potential impact of the recession on the relationship between government and the third sector is being issued today by the Commission for the Compact.
Redcar and Cleveland Compact Conference26 May 2009
The conference will be in aid of revising their Compact and allow for consultation and comment.
Nominations open for Compact Awards 200920 May 2009
Nominations open today for the 2009 Compact Awards, the annual awards which demonstrate the Compact in action and recognise and celebrate excellent partnership working.
Invitation to Tender for Compact Baseline Study19 May 2009
The Commission for the Compact has begun work on an annual baseline survey measuring the level of awareness, knowledge, use and understanding of the Compact within central government departments and non-departmental public bodies (NDPBs).
Workshops Focus on Compact Champions18 May 2009
Six regional workshops exploring the important role of Compact Champions and promoting the findings from research capturing good practice and approaches are taking place during June and July 2009.
Commission's Ten Minute Rule Bill to be presented18 May 2009
Tomorrow, Tom Levitt MP will present a Ten Minute Rule Bill in the House of Commons with the aim to put the Commission for the Compact on a statutory footing.