What’s Happening in the Third Sector?
Emily Burt: The new Labour government has everything to play for – and everything to prove
This insightful article by Emily Burt delves into the potential impact of the Labour Party’s return to power on our sector.
For the first time in nearly 15 years, Labour is back with a resounding majority, described as a “Starmer tsunami.” This victory promises a fresh approach and renewed focus on critical areas such as rebuilding the NHS, economic growth, and the transition to green energy by 2030.
Emily discusses:
- Labour’s commitment to a “society of service” and the essential role of charities in this vision.
- The sector’s cautious optimism after years of austerity and diminishing resources.
- The potential for genuine, transformative change if Labour delivers on its promises.
Volunteering at The Games: A Golden Experience
The Summer Olympics are in full swing now. And with them, comes the recruitment of 45,000 volunteers. One of those 45,000 is Karolyn Gaston from Northern Ireland. Incredibly, it’s her third time volunteering at the Olympics! She previously volunteered at London 2012 and Rio 2016, and now Paris 2024.
London 2012 lit my Olympic flame and it hasn’t dimmed whatsoever!
Karolyn Gaston to BBC News
The volunteers at Paris 2024 are responsible for:
- Supporting the quality of the experience for all Games stakeholders
- Supporting sports performance
- Ensuring that the organisation is fluid and runs smoothly
Ultimately, their mission is to make the Games a unique experience for everyone involved. Their duties could include welcoming spectators and guiding them around the venues, or assisting on events with tasks such as picking up balls, setting up starting blocks, etc.
Read more about Karolyn and why she volunteers in this BBC News article.
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