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Resources to help you run your organisation and ensure you meet current legislation and best practice guidelines.

A Practical Guide to Collaborative Working

13 January, 2016

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This practical guidance is designed to assist organisations involved in, or considering, collaboration by providing an overview of the key issues that can influence collaborative working. Links to NI case studies are included to illustrate best practice.
How could the rates review affect your organisation?

9 December, 2015

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The review of the non-domestic rating system makes some proposals around the current exemptions that charitable organisations receive on their properties. Voluntary and community organisations could be affected. Here we examine how.
The Fiscal Implications of an Older Population in Northern Ireland

24 November, 2015

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This research aims to identify the fiscal impact of the changing age profile of Northern Ireland.
Could/Should you apply for EU funding?

16 November, 2015

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Access Europe recommends a 7-step process that each organisation should follow to decide whether to apply to a specific EU fund.
Boost performance by motivating staff

11 September, 2015

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As managers we need to consider how we continuously improve the performance of our staff. Research by The Incentive Research Foundation found that by motivating our staff it can boost performance by as much as 44%.
Does automatic enrolment apply to you?

29 July, 2015

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All employers will need to work out if automatic enrolment (AE) applies to them. If you have at least one member of staff who is paid via a PAYE scheme, AE duties apply.
Fostering Innovation Through Public Procurement

19 March, 2015

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This report examines how public procurement in Northern Ireland can better encourage innovation – the creation of new processes, products, ideas and services.
NICVA Response to Rate Rebate Scheme Consultation

26 February, 2015

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This is NICVA's response to the Department of Finance and Personnel's consultation 'Long-term Options for Rates Rebate Replacement Scheme'
The Financial Benefits of the Supporting People Programme in Northern Ireland

21 January, 2015

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This report estimates the costs that would be incurred if the Supporting People programme were to cease.
NICVA Response to NI Executive Draft Budget 2015-16

24 December, 2014

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This paper contains NICVA’s reflections on public finances in general, our learning from our participation in this particular consultation process, and comments on each departmental spending plan.