Voice and Influence
Hull CVS works in partnership to promote the work of Hull’s voluntary and community sector, and to influence policy and decisions affecting the sector.
Hull LINkHull CVS are the host organisation for the Hull LINk (Local Involvement Network) giving voluntary and community groups and individuals a stronger voice about local health and social care services provided by the City Council, NHS and other publicly funded organizations.
LINks have been set up across England by the Government and have powers under the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 to obtain information from service providers, to access premises to see how well services are provided and to make recommendations on how services could be improved.
For more information about the LINk and how to get involved visit the LINk website.
Hull CVS actively supports the Local Compact for Hull, which is an agreement between the voluntary and community sector and local public sector bodies about working together effectively.
ONE HULL is the Local Strategic Partnership (LSP) bringing together different public sector bodies (City Council, Police, NHS), local businesses, and the voluntary and community sector to work in partnership to deliver the City’s Sustainable Community Strategy. Hull CVS are a partner in ONE HULL.
Forums Research and Consultations
Hull CVS organise regular Forums for voluntary and community groups to meet and network, and produces research reports into the issues affecting the sector.
Hull CVS promotes relevant consultation opportunities so that local organisations can have their say on issues that are important to them. If you have a consultation exercise to promote please get in touch.
Useful Websites for Further Help and Information
National
Department of Communities and Local Government (CLG)
Government department helping to create a free, fair and responsible Big Society by putting power in the hands of citizens, neighbourhoods and councils.
The Cabinet Office leads work across Government to support voluntary and community groups, social enterprises, charities, cooperatives and mutuals.
Urban Forum is a national charity supporting communities influence local decision-making as well as seeking to influence government policy.
The Forum supports the voluntary and community sector in Yorkshire and the Humber.
National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NVCO)
NCVO provides support and campaigns on behalf of voluntary and community groups.
The National Federation for Community Organisations providing support and advice to local community-led organisations.
National Association for Voluntary and Community Action (NAVCA)
NAVCA is the national voice for local support and development organisations.
Local
The Local Strategic Partnership (LSP).
Information on Council services and Committee meetings.
Information on the work of the Police including neighbourhood police teams.
An independent body with statutory duties to secure the maintenance of an efficient and effective police force for the Humberside Police area.
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service
Community resource for information about your local fire service and its activities in Humberside.
