As part of a pan European programme working to address the exclusion of marginalised communities through increased democratic participation, the Scottish Community Development Centre and other partners in Scotland are …
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Community Retailing Network merges with Plunkett Foundation
As of 1st January, the Community Retailing Network (CRN), which has worked across Scotland since 2004 supporting community-owned shops, merged with the Plunkett Foundation, which has almost 100 years experience in supporting …
Human rights and voluntary groups
The British Institute for Human Rights has published a guide for voluntary and community groups. It provides a quick guide to why organisations should know about human rights, what are …
NHS Health Scotland Maternal and Infant Nutrition Conference 7 February 2013
Registration for NHS Health Scotland Maternal and Infant Nutrition Conference on Thursday 7 February 2013, 09:00-16:00 at Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh is now open. To register for the conference you can …
New date for Introduction to Policy course
CFHS’s rearranged Introduction to policy course is now being held on Thursday 7 March in Edinburgh (venue to be confirmed). The course is ideal for staff or volunteers working in …
CFHS survey – deadline extended
We would like to find out about the impact of accredited nutrition courses on communities in Scotland. Please complete our online survey if you have completed one or more of …
CFHS future plans
As many of you will be aware, Consumer Focus Scotland is being closed down as part of the UK Government’s new approach to consumer protection, which potentially left Community Food …
Food Standards Agency interactive advent calendar
The Food Standards Agency has launched a ‘food safety’ interactive advent calendar this year, with advice on safe shopping, storing, and cooking of food (and leftovers) for Christmas. www.thinglink.com/scene/331023273166897155?buttonSource=userPage
Last chance to apply
Places are still available for our Royal Society for Public health Level 3 Award in nutrition for healthier food and special diets course, being held in January 2013. Closing date for …

CFHS Introduction to Policy training
Our re-scheduled ‘Introduction to Policy’ session is being held on Thursday 7 March from 10 am to 3 pm in the Engine Shed in Edinburgh. The session is ideal for …