A Case Study in Business Growth and Collaboration Across Lancashire Background When the Boost Flying Start programme came to an end, many of the businesses involved told us they did not want the connections to stop there. They valued the relationships they had built and wanted a regular space to Read more…
On Thursday 12th February, we held our AGM at Eanam Wharf Business Enterprise Centre. We were happy to welcome Cllr Phil Riley, Leader of BwD Borough Council as guest speaker who explained the importance of the Consultation Exercise on Local Government Reorganisation. Questions and answers informed the members when it Read more…
Hi CVS members and VCFSE Sector organisations CVS UPDATE ON THE AGM Further to the formal notice of the CVS AGM, which was issued in January 2026, I would like to update you all and invite you to join a conversation about the future of local government and the future Read more…
The Community CVS Business Network is back on Friday 6th February, 10am-12 noon, at our Boulevard Centre in Blackburn. Join us for a morning of connection, collaboration, and inspiration with fantastic speakers. It’s a great opportunity to network, promote, learn, and share – with refreshments provided. ☕ Please get in Read more…
Notification has been received from Ofsted that they are to conduct an Area SEND Inspection in Blackburn with Darwen. The purpose of the inspection is to provide an independent, external evaluation of the effectiveness of the local areas partnership’s arrangements for children and young people with SEND and where appropriate, Read more…
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at The Boulevard Centre for another inspiring morning of collaboration, ideas and community connections! Guest speakers included: Attendees also explored collaboration ideas – from accredited volunteer training and ethical recruitment, to wellbeing workshops and shared Christmas appeals. Which can all be Read more…
The 2025 Community Volunteer Awards winners have been named, in an inspirational awards ceremony that shone a spotlight on the contributions of volunteers in Blackburn with Darwen. Ewood Park hosted the annual event this year, with the BBC’s Graham Liver returning to his role as host. Around 1,200 nominations were Read more…
Are you a small charity or community organisation feeling overwhelmed by your finances? Starting January 2026, we are offering affordable, bookkeeping services designed specifically for those who need a helping hand. Whether you’re facing funding challenges, struggling to keep up with reporting, or simply need someone to take the pressure off Read more…
A free to join Lancashire business networking group that supports one-man-band companies and start-ups through to multi-million pound corporations has relaunched after a six month hiatus during which time, former members pressurised organisers to bring it back! The Business & Skills Team at Community CVS, which is based at the Read more…
Our Community Volunteer Awards celebrate the immense positive contributions made by grassroots groups, voluntary organisations and volunteers throughout Blackburn with Darwen. Last week, the Panel met to determine the list of finalists for this year’s Community Volunteer Awards. We’d like to thank everyone involved – and, of course, express our Read more…