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NCVS monthly newsletters and annual reports
You can download NCVS newsletters and annual reports here.
Weekly Private Sector Tenancies Information
The latest Accomodation List is available to download here.
Upper Nithsdale Recycling Centre Initiative
Nithsdale CVS is currently working with a steering group made up of community activists from the Upper Nithsdale area to develop an Upper Nithsdale Recycling Centre. A feasibility study has been prepared and NCVS have now applied for funding to enable a business plan and market appraisal to be completed. You can view or download the feasibility study by clicking here. You can also download the notes of the UNRC meetings here.
New Projects!

North West Dumfries Access to Work Project download an application form here.
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If you are interested in applying then download an application form here.
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Walking Works Information
Health Walks offer regular short, safe and fun walks for people who want to improve their health by getting out and about in their local communities. Dumfries and Galloway has a growing selection of walks across the region, organised by 5 Healthy Walking projects. Click on the link for an up to date programme and come along and try one close to where you live - you won't regret it. Click here to view/ download the walks programme. Regular walking is enjoyable, sustainable and a great way to improve your physical and mental health, increase your energy and help as part of a weight loss program.If you would like more information about health walks or opportunities for training as a Volunteer Walk Leader, please contact Graham Banks or Vicki Leigh on 01387 269161 or email Graham.Banks@ncvs.org.uk
Scottish Government and Local Authority Concordat
The Scottish Government and Local Authorities in Scotland have signed a 10yr Concordat which outlines Themes and Outcome Indicators Local Authorities have to achieve for the funding they will receive. If you are a community group or voluntary sector organisation that receives funding from Dumfries and Galloway Council you need to ensure your activities fit with the new themes and that you contribute to the indicators. Read through the Concordat and Outcome Indicators here
Dumfries & Galloway Council Draft Single Outcome Agreement - Consultation
The drafting of a Single Outcome Agreement is part of the process for delivering on the concordat. It will show how Dumfries and Galloway community planning partners are going to use their funding to develop services within the region whilst contributing to the national outcomes set by the Scottish Government. It is out now for consultation up to 16 May 2008. Download a copy of the document here
Last updated on: Friday 9th May, 2008 |