http://www.communitymatters.org.uk/newsA list of the latest news items from Community Mattershttp://www.communitymatters.org.uk/news/842/Results-now-available-from-LGA-consultation-on-publishing-VCS-spending-dataThe Local Government Association have published their analysis and response to the consultation on voluntary and community sector spending, which Community Matters submitted member views to. Tue, 20 May 2013 11:49:00 GMT http://www.communitymatters.org.uk/news/841/New-CFG-good-practice-guide-Protecting-Data-Protecting-PeopleCFG has worked with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) (the body responsible for ensuring data protection compliance in the UK) to produce Protecting Data, Protecting People, an accessible, easy-to-read member-led guide on data protection. Tue, 20 May 2013 11:46:00 GMT http://www.communitymatters.org.uk/news/840/Skills-Platform-hopes-to-revolutionise-training-for-charity-sectorSkills - Third Sector began a co-design procees earlier this month, aiming to create an innovative digital platform where charities and social enterprises can more easily find and compare training and other skills support. Tue, 20 May 2013 11:23:00 GMT http://www.communitymatters.org.uk/news/839/Tell-us-what-you-want---Community-Matters-Member-Services-SurveyCommunity Matters are conducting a survey to find out what is most important to current, former and prospective members. All organisations that respond will be entered into a prize draw to win a day of free consultancy or training from Community Matters. Thu, 15 May 2013 15:54:00 GMT http://www.communitymatters.org.uk/news/835/Funding-Free-Legal-Advice-for-the-futureHelp fund our free legal advice service for the next year - pledge to donate and in return we're sending our Chief Exec out on the streets! (don't worry, he's doing a sponsored walk, we haven't made him homeless...) Tue, 13 May 2013 16:18:00 GMT