Month: January 2017

A better Britain? Theresa May’s Brexit speech in full

“So that when future generations look back at this time, they will judge us not only by the decision that we made, but by what we made of that decision. They will see that we shaped them a brighter future. They will know that we built them a better Britain.” – Prime Minister Theresa May

Yesterday, Prime Minister Theresa May set out the Plan for Britain, including the 12 priorities that the UK government will use to negotiate Brexit: Continue reading A better Britain? Theresa May’s Brexit speech in full

Creating a fairer Scotland: Aspiring Communities Fund launched

Community and third sector projects that try new ways to tackle poverty and improve people’s lives can now apply for a share of £29 million ‎funding, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced. Continue reading Creating a fairer Scotland: Aspiring Communities Fund launched

Trinity Community Council: January News

I hope you had a great Christmas and a fantastic Hogmanay.  Here’s your first update of the year from TCC which includes a glance forward to events over the next 12 months.  Get your diaries out!

Also a couple of supplementary attachments on the Local Improvement Plan and the ArtRoots funding for anyone who is looking for more detail on these.

Best Wishes for 2017,

Bill Rodger

ArtRoots Fund info

ArtRoots fund

LIP engagement events

LIP Engagement Events – Feb 2017 Flyer

Trump-et this: Camp America’s calling!

Even though 2016 was a complex year for both America and the UK alike, thousands of young Brits are set to flock to the Camp America recruitment fair in Edinburgh tomorrow to take part in the work abroad program. Donald Trump’s inauguration date is set just days after the fair and proves an interesting situation for culture exchange participants and organisations! Continue reading Trump-et this: Camp America’s calling!