Tag: volunteering

Don’t underestimate the UK’s volunteer army

by , Principal Money Researcher Money 13 December 2012
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Research from Aviva has found that Britain's economy is leant a significant hand from its hidden 'volunteer army' of over-65s. Do you have any elderly friends or relatives who help you out for free? (more about the UK's volunteer army...)

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Do you buy in to the ‘Big Society’?

by , Senior Technology Researcher Consumer Rights 13 June 2011
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‘Localism’ and ‘Big Society’ are buzz words at the moment, both in media and government, but how many people understand what they actually mean? Does localism exist already and are you willing to get involved? (more about the Big Society...)

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Can volunteers fill the spending gap?

by , Deputy Money Editor Money 3 January 2011
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With public spending cuts set to bite in the next few years, the government has called on volunteers to make up the shortfall and help their communities. But just how many ‘good Samaritans’ are out there? (more about volunteers...)

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