Charity | South West Connected https://swconnected.co.uk Hopping Between Hubs Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:07:44 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.5 More Devon charities closed than opened last year, as sector faces growing pressure https://swconnected.co.uk/more-devon-charities-closed-than-opened-last-year-as-sector-faces-growing-pressure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=more-devon-charities-closed-than-opened-last-year-as-sector-faces-growing-pressure Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:07:44 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=149805 Charities across Devon entered the new year facing a complex operating environment, as fresh Charity Commission data reveals more organisations were removed from the register last year than newly established ones. According to the Charity Commission, 73 charities were registered in Devon during 2025, while 98 were removed. Removal from the register can include mergers or […]

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]]> CELEBRITY CHEFS RALLY FOR YORKSHIRE CHILDREN’S CANCER CHARITY https://swconnected.co.uk/celebrity-chefs-rally-for-yorkshire-childrens-cancer-charity/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=celebrity-chefs-rally-for-yorkshire-childrens-cancer-charity Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:05:42 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/celebrity-chefs-rally-for-yorkshire-childrens-cancer-charity/ Five of Yorkshire’s leading chefs are coming together at Rudding Park for the five-course fine dining event of the year in aid of Candlelighters children’s cancer charity. This one-off collaboration, hosted by Yorkshire Food Guide and proudly supported by R and J Yorkshire’s Finest Farmers and Butchers, will be held at Rudding Park in Harrogate on May 18, where each […]

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]]> Innovation Meets Championship Golf: The QHotels Collection Announces HiO Golf Partnership https://swconnected.co.uk/innovation-meets-championship-golf-the-qhotels-collection-announces-hio-golf-partnership/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=innovation-meets-championship-golf-the-qhotels-collection-announces-hio-golf-partnership Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:05:42 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=149755 Exciting new commercial agreement enhances on-course engagement and reinforces continued investment in modern golf experiences [March, 2026] The QHotels Collection has announced an exciting new commercial partnership with HiO Golf, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, investment and delivering exceptional player experiences across its portfolio of championship venues.   The partnership will see HiO Golf’s cutting-edge hole-in-one […]

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]]> Educating The Children https://swconnected.co.uk/educating-the-children/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=educating-the-children Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:05:42 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=149748 Educating The Children  Microsoft’s “Red Alert” on Automation — Met with Defiant Optimism by Uganda’s Code Queen Graduates   As top leadership at Microsoft signals urgent warnings about AI’s near-term impact on white-collar work, Uganda’s Code Queen graduates are issuing a clear rebuttal: AI is an invitation to accelerate inclusion, not a countdown to job […]

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]]> Candlelighters celebrate “hat-trick” of nominations for Yorkshire Leadership Awards. https://swconnected.co.uk/candlelighters-celebrate-hat-trick-of-nominations-for-yorkshire-leadership-awards/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=candlelighters-celebrate-hat-trick-of-nominations-for-yorkshire-leadership-awards Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:54:07 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/candlelighters-celebrate-hat-trick-of-nominations-for-yorkshire-leadership-awards/ Three team members from Candlelighters, the leading Yorkshire-based children’s cancer charity, have been named finalists in the prestigious Yorkshire Leadership Awards 2026. The awards recognise individuals who act as role models, empower their teams, and drive positive change across the region. The charity has secured a remarkable “hat-trick” of nominations, highlighting the strength and depth of […]

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]]> Candlelighters issues guidance on symptoms for International Childhood Cancer Day. https://swconnected.co.uk/candlelighters-issues-guidance-on-symptoms-for-international-childhood-cancer-day/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=candlelighters-issues-guidance-on-symptoms-for-international-childhood-cancer-day Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:08:50 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=149511 Yorkshire children’s cancer charity Candlelighters has published advice on how to spot the symptoms of childhood cancer, as part of International Childhood Cancer Day on Sunday February 15th.   Emily Wragg is the CEO of Candlelighters and says: “Cancer in children and young people is different to cancer in adults. Whereas many cancers in adults are influenced […]

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]]> Poignant video from Candlelighters reflects the impact of childhood cancer. https://swconnected.co.uk/poignant-video-from-candlelighters-reflects-the-impact-of-childhood-cancer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=poignant-video-from-candlelighters-reflects-the-impact-of-childhood-cancer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 19:00:57 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/poignant-video-from-candlelighters-reflects-the-impact-of-childhood-cancer/ Yorkshire-based children’s cancer charity Candlelighters has released a moving video to reflect the ordeal of childhood cancer and communicate the range of support services they provide. The film, capturing the thoughts and reflections of the parents of Isla Greenwood, has been launched at the start of the fiftieth year for the charity, which provides a range of […]

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]]> Suicide impacts nearly one in three people in the South West, new figures show https://swconnected.co.uk/suicide-impacts-nearly-one-in-three-people-in-the-south-west-new-figures-show/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=suicide-impacts-nearly-one-in-three-people-in-the-south-west-new-figures-show Sat, 03 Jan 2026 14:28:14 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=148688 Nearly one in three people surveyed (31%) in the South West say they or a family member have been affected by suicide, according to a new survey by SOS Silence of Suicide. The charity says the numbers underline the urgent need for everyday suicide prevention skills in communities throughout the region. Across the UK, Northern Ireland reports […]

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]]> Candlelighters cancer charity showcases the valued role of outreach play specialists. https://swconnected.co.uk/candlelighters-cancer-charity-showcases-the-valued-role-of-outreach-play-specialists/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=candlelighters-cancer-charity-showcases-the-valued-role-of-outreach-play-specialists Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:39:57 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/candlelighters-cancer-charity-showcases-the-valued-role-of-outreach-play-specialists/ Yorkshire children’s cancer charity Candlelighters is showcasing the role of outreach play specialists, within the broad range of services it offers to the families of children with cancer. Emily Wragg, Candlelighters’ CEO explains: “We’re proud to fund two NHS outreach play specialists based at Leeds Children’s Hospital.  They have a critical role in supporting the emotional and psychological […]

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]]> Candlelighters leads patient and family involvement on side effects of child cancer treatment. https://swconnected.co.uk/candlelighters-leads-patient-and-family-involvement-on-side-effects-of-child-cancer-treatment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=candlelighters-leads-patient-and-family-involvement-on-side-effects-of-child-cancer-treatment Fri, 21 Nov 2025 19:05:05 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/candlelighters-leads-patient-and-family-involvement-on-side-effects-of-child-cancer-treatment/ Yorkshire-based children’s cancer charity Candlelighters has provided an update on the pioneering work of the Candlelighters Supportive Care Research Centre (CSCRC), launched two years ago, in partnership with The University of York. Candlelighters provided early commitment to opening the £1 million Supportive Care Research Centre, which looks at improving the care surrounding cancer treatment. It includes treating side effects, managing pain, and reducing […]

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