National media briefing: big society criticised, Action against Medical Accidents, Carers Scotland and the Learning Disability Alliance, Gordon Brown - and the PDSA's obese dogs survey

Third Sector Online, 27 July 2010

Charities in today's national news

Labour MP Kevan Jones criticises the government over cuts to funding for youth advice service Connexions in one of its vanguard areas.

Action against Medical Accidents warns that the government’s quango cull could cost lives.

Carers Scotland and the Learning Disability Alliance welcome the introduction of the Scottish government’s new £5m strategy on carers.

Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown will donate the profits of his forthcoming book on the financial crisis to charity.

More than a third of dogs are obese, says veterinary charity the PDSA.

UK Community Fundraising Manager Human Relief Foundation £25-30,000 (more for exceptional experience and results), Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK (with travel to other offices including London to manage London Team)
Director Inspira £50,000 per annum plus benefits, North West England
Business Development Manager Richmond Fellowship Up to £38K (depending upon experience), Islington, London
New Business Manager - maternity cover West Kent Housing Association £40,425 per annum pro rata, Sevenoaks, Kent
Business Director The Kenelm Youth Trust - Archdiocese of Birmingham £32,000 to £38,000, Alton, Staffordshire