The world’s oldest and largest youth charity has today warned the incoming Prime Minister of the potential threat of a third sector meltdown, as the impact of the cost of living crisis hits hard on already overstretched charity budgets. Like everyone else in the country, charities are feeling more than just the pinch when…
Responding to the Chancellor’s Spring Statement, Denise Hatton, Chief Executive of YMCA England & Wales, said: “While YMCA appreciates and acknowledges the pressures faced by inflation, international conflict, and our very necessary response, there is no denying that the Chancellor has missed a vital opportunity to provide support for those in desperate financial need. “Tax...
Hope I watch the horror unfolding The terror of brother against brother The threat to the world One man’s desire to have everything Lent has begun – a time of giving up A time of prayer A time of contemplation A time leading to Celebration, Death and Resurrection My prayer is for peace Peace and...
Thursday, 16 December 2021 Denise Hatton, Chief Executive of YMCA England & Wales, said: “Today’s statistics officially mark a decade of cuts to funding for youth services, with a real-terms fall of 74% in vital investment since 2010/11, equating to a loss of £1.1bn for young people. “Figures released today give the impression that investment…
