Susie Finlayson

@susiefin

Development manager . Hockey geek, spurs fan, chatting about social justice. All views my own.

London, uk
Joined July 2011
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  1. 3 hours ago

    "It’s clear that community businesses and councils can – and should – have highly productive, symbiotic relationships. Local authorities have the clout and the resources to create an environment where social and community innovation can flourish." for

    "Anyone trying to improve their community most probably has to interact with their local council which can often be a frustrating process. But it doesn’t have to be like that." - Read more:
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    23 hours ago

    Answer our short survey about how local and national government can support your community business and we will submit all the responses to government on your behalf!

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    4 hours ago

    Free introduction 2 webinar. Aoril 11th 10am. This webinar launches our new membership offer as an introduction we are making it available 2 a wider audience. Book a place at membership@community-circles.co.uk RT to others who may be interested

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  4. 16 hours ago

    Congrats on the 10th birthday !

    10 yrs ago we ran our 1st project supporting new enterprises with a health or well-being focus. All part of the personalisation agenda - local people helping local people = real choice. We helped Carita start Funky Fitness & Fun...look at them now!
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    Apr 4

    What makes a successful community business? Find out more in Lee Richard's blog about 'what works’ for community businesses in three sectors: health and wellbeing; sports and leisure and community hubs.

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    Apr 3

    It took over 6 months but I finally got the Home Office to respond to an FOI. The figures showed that 10 per cent of detainees are on suicide watch and there are self-harm incidents every single day. This is a national scandal.

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    Apr 3

    ICYMI - Social care future – can the future be personal and human? By

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    Apr 2

    A major contributor to the success of is the ability to have key paid staff in post year round and the strong support of local volunteers. Read more in our case study:

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  9. Mar 31

    867 consecutive games scoring double digits. Who even plays 867 games, without missing one for injury? The last time he didn’t score 10+ was Jan 2007. Astonishing. LeBron James: NBA legend breaks Michael Jordan's double-digit scoring record.

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    Mar 31

    Olderpreneur and grantee on on why the successor to Coleman’s in Norwich should be community owned and run. Another example of community business stepping in to the vacuum left by the retreat of the private sector.

    Well I've made it to with
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  11. Mar 29

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  12. Mar 29

    We’ve just published a success factors guide for health and wellbeing community businesses. Partnerships, staff & volunteers, adaptability & securing contracts all key. Have a read for yourself.

    For most health and wellbeing business a collaborative approach with partners was a fundamental enabling factor to the success of their businesses. Read the full success guide on health and wellbeing community businesses to find out more!
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    Mar 28

    : Placing communities at the heart of public health can reduce health inequalities and empower people to have a greater say in their lives and health. Learn more here in our latest edition:

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  14. Mar 27

    Great planning with you all. Excited to see it all evolve.

    Great planning w and Sian re growing the role of community business in health and social care - part of must be human sized organisations rooted in local communities
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    Mar 27

    Looking for some . We're moving offices and are in need of some decent working computers for our brilliant team. Please share and let us know if anyone can help by sending a DM or emailing info@groundswell.org.uk. Thank you!

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    Mar 27

    'The new What Works Centre is an incredible opportunity to make a difference to the lives of children and their families.' Apply for role of Founding Chair of the WWC for children's RT

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    Mar 27

    NEWS: Power to Change is reopening its Community Business Fund in April and has £5 million to award this round. Find out more:

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  18. Mar 27

    Integrating health and social care is vital to deliver Jeremy Hunt's plan | Julia Scott

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    Mar 27

    Can you help us find our 2018 New Radicals? We're looking for people & projects working to benefit their community & beyond: Apply by 29/4

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    Mar 27

    continues. We are open daily in the bank and online - pop in or buy notes at . We're at around £15,000 and counting. Exchange cash for this special cash, help reach our £50,000 target and write off £1million of payday debt!

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