Month: May 2018

EVOC thinkSpace events

Hello,

thinkSpaces are an opportunity for organisations to come together to learn about and discuss relevant issues and developments in different fields the Third Sector are involved with.

EVOC are proud to be running an ongoing thinkSpace programme covering the widest range of topics.

We have two exciting, upcoming thinkSpaces which are free to attend, and we hope you will be able to join us.

To book your place, click on the button and register via Eventbrite.

We look forward to seeing you. 
EVOC thinkSpace – City Transport & Environment: Shaping the Future – 8th May, 09:30am-11:30am

This thinkSpace is to discuss three inter-related projects that are being developed collectively to improve the quality of life of those who live, work, and visit Scotland’s capital city.

The ambitious outcome for the work is to help create safer and more attractive streets and spaces, cleaner air, and improved access for all.
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EVOC thinkSpace: ‘All Hands’ – The New Primary Care Improvement Plan, 24th May, 09:30am – 11:30am
In January 2018 a new GP contract was agreed nationally and we are now moving into implementation.

The Scottish Government requires each Integration Joint Board (IJB) to produce a Primary Care Improvement Plan by July 2018 and Edinburgh’s is currently being developed.

This thinkSpace is an opportunity for third sector organisations to hear about the development of the plan, the future of Primary Care in the city and to explore how “All hands” are to be valued in order that we can continue to provide quality and timeous care and support to patients.
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FOOTBALL FANS HAVE A BALL DURING BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR OF BT MURRAYFIELD

Scottish Rugby gave exclusive access to supporters and youth players from Spartans FC

Ahead of the SFA’s decision on the future home of Scottish Football, 100 football fans were given the chance to see BT Murrayfield for themselves during an exclusive tour. Continue reading FOOTBALL FANS HAVE A BALL DURING BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR OF BT MURRAYFIELD

Jeane Freeman to speak at LIFT event

Scotland’s new social security sytem: what does it mean to you?

Scotland’s Minister for Social Security Jeane Freeman MSP and Judith Robertson, Chair of the Scottish Human Rights Commission, are to address an event in Muirhouse Millennium Community Centre on 15th May. Continue reading Jeane Freeman to speak at LIFT event

North Edinburgh Youth Awards: And the winners are …

North Edinburgh Young People’s Forum staged the North Edinburgh Youth Awards at Crewe Toll’s Urban Village Resort on 22 March. The gala event was an opportunity to celebrate the achievements and talents of our young people, and the winners were:

Continue reading North Edinburgh Youth Awards: And the winners are …

Briggs: NHS Lothian accounts for almost a quarter of Delayed Discharge in Scotland

NHS Lothian accounts for almost a quarter of Delayed Discharge in Scotland

Delayed discharge costs our NHS over £100 million per year, with NHS Lothian accounting for £28 million of the total. That means less money to spend on treating patients who require medical attention, while patients awaiting discharge are being kept in hospital for longer than they need to be, says Tory health spokesman Miles Briggs. Continue reading Briggs: NHS Lothian accounts for almost a quarter of Delayed Discharge in Scotland