Resources - Useful Links
Welcome to the POA resources section. Here you will find online resources organised alphabetically by subject, by selecting the subject link you will be given a description of each site. Click the subject links below for the section you require.
Please note that the POA is not responsible for any content with links to external internet websites. The content and any opinions expressed on these websites are those of the individuals or organisations and do not necessarily reflect those of The POA.
Black members
1990 Trust
blink.org.uk
1990 Trusts website has the latest news relating to racism and black equality
Commission for Racial Equality
cre.gov.uk
Non-governmental body working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society
European Network Against Racism
enar-eu.org
An EU-wide network of more than 600 organisations working to combat racism in all the EU member states
Joint Council for the Welfare of Immigrants
jcwi.org.uk
An independent national voluntary organisation, campaigning for justice and combating racism in immigration and asylum law and policy
National Assembly Against Racism
naar.org.uk
Independent organisation campaigning against racial inequality
Operation Black Vote
obv.org.uk
Independent organisation dealing with increasing the levels of black representations in public life and also in Parliament
Race, cohesion and faith
communities.gov.uk
Government set up website on race equality
Runnymede Trust
runnymedetrust.org
Independent organisation on ethnicity and cultural diversity. Aiming to challenge racial discrimination
Trades Union Congress
tuc.org.uk/equality/index.cfm?mins=14&minors=14
TUC information for black trade unionists
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Community / voluntary sector
ACAS
acas.org.uk
Aims to improve organisations and working life through better employment relations. Helps with employment relations, provides independent advice, and works with employers and employees to solve problems and improve performance.
Charities Direct
caritasdata.co.uk
A financial information provider specialising in the analysis of the financial performance of UK charities and other not-for-profit organisations.
Charitynet
cafonline.org/Default.aspx?page=12481g
Brings together the websites of non-profit organisations and service providers across the world
Directory of Social Change
dsc.org.uk
The leading source of information and training to voluntary and community sectors worldwide
Joseph Rowntree Foundation
jrf.org.uk
Aims to understand the root causes of social problems, to identify ways of overcoming them, and to show how social needs can be met in practice
Media Trust
mediatrust.org
Brings together the media industry and charities
National Council of Voluntary Organisations
ncvo-vol.org.uk
Information on the voluntary and community sector. NCVO aims to be the support and voice of this sector
Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations
scvo.org.uk
Information on voluntary organisations in Scotland
SOS Children
soschildren.org
A charity helping children with absolutely nowhere else to turn. Today, nearly a million children worldwide directly benefit from SOS and around 70,000 depend entirely on SOS for a home, family and future
Voicing Our Issues & Struggles
vois.org.uk
Working with teenagers to give them a voice
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Disability
Disability Disabled Go
disabledgo.info
International disabled access information guide that researches every venue in person and on site
involves disabled people from start to finish
Disability Rights Commission
drc-gb.org
Promoting good practice and enforcement of disability law. Aims to work in partnership with employers and service providers, adopting a non-confrontational approach
Government Disability Unit
disability.gov.uk
Find out about your rights as a disabled person and find information on the legislation to help establish fully comprehensive and enforceable civil rights for disabled people
Ouch!
bbc.co.uk/ouch/
Ouch! is a website from the BBC that reflects the lives and experiences of disabled people. Provides articles, blogs, and an award-winning downloadable radio show
Trade Union Disability Alliance
tuda.org.uk
An organisation of Disabled Trade Union Members. A campaigning group with individual members from over two dozen different Trade Unions. Aims to co-ordinate the perspective of Disabled people in the Trade Union movement
You're Able
youreable.com
Youreable has integrated information, products and services into a community-based website
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Economics
HM Treasury
hm-treasury.gov.uk
The Treasury is the United Kingdom's economics and finance ministry. It is responsible for formulating and implementing the Government's financial and economic policy
Virtual Economy
bized.co.uk
Biz/ed is a free online service for students, teachers and lecturers of business, economics, accounting, leisure and recreation and travel and tourism
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Education
Association of Colleges
aoc.co.uk
Represents and promotes the interests of Colleges and provide members with professional support services
Careconnect Learning
careconnectlearn.co.uk
Careconnect delivers essential training for the Health & Social Care Sector
Lifelong Learning
lifelonglearning.co.uk
For the promotion and development of lifelong learning. Supported by the Department for Education and Skills
Office for Standards in Education (OFSTED)
ofsted.gov.uk
Inspects and regulates to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages
Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education
qaa.ac.uk
Checks how universities maintain their own academic standards and quality. Reviews and reports on how they meet their responsibilities, identify good practice and make recommendation for improvement
The Educator's Reference Desk
eduref.org
Links to over 3000 resources on a variety of educational issues. This collection includes Internet sites, educational organizations, and electronic discussion groups
The Higher Education Funding Council For England
hefce.ac.uk
Promotes and funds high-quality, cost-effective teaching and research, meeting the needs of students, the economy and society
The Higher Education Funding Council For Scotland
shefc.ac.uk
Distributes more than £1.6 billion to Scotland’s colleges and universities for teaching and learning, research and other activities in support of Scottish government priorities
The Higher Education Funding Council For Wales
hefcw.ac.uk
Promotes internationally excellent higher education in Wales, for the benefit of individuals, society and the economy, in Wales and more widely
The Learning and Skills Council (LSC)
lsc.gov.uk
Aims to improve the skills of England’s young people and adults
The Universities and Colleges Employers Association (UCEA)
ucea.ac.uk
Provides UK higher education institutions with a framework for discussion, advice and guidance on a range of pay and employment matters
University and College Union (UCU)
ucu.org.uk
The largest trade union and professional association for academics, lecturers, trainers, researchers and academic-related staff working in further and higher education throughout the UK
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Employment
Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS)
acas.org.uk
Aims to improve organisations and working life through better employment relations. Provides help with employment relations by supplying up-to-date information, independent advice and high quality training, and working with employers and employees to solve problems and improve performance
Civil Service Appeal Board
civilserviceappealboard.gov.uk
Information from the Civil Service Appeal Board, a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Cabinet Office, and includes details of the role, remit and composition of the Board, details of how to appeal and the appeal process, statistics showing the workload of the Board amongst others
DTI Employment Matters
dti.gov.uk/employment
Aims to improve the quality of working life for individuals, and create the conditions for business success
Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT)
employmentappeals.gov.uk
Considers appeals from decisions made by Employment Tribunals. An appeal must be on a point of law, i.e. it must identify flaws in the legal reasoning of the original decision
Information Commissioner's Office
dataprotection.gov.uk
The UK's independent authority set up to promote access to official information and to protect personal information
Institute of Employment Rights
ier.org.uk/
Provides the labour movement with the information and history needed to develop an alternative and more equitable framework of labour law
International Labour Organisation
ilo.org
Brings together governments, employers and workers of its member states in common action to promote decent work throughout the world
Work Wise UK
workwiseuk.org
A not-for-profit initiative, which aims to make the UK one of the most progressive economies in the world by encouraging the widespread adoption of smarter working practices
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Environment
Communities and Local Government
communities.gov.uk
Looking at policies aimed at creating great places where people want to live, work and raise a family
Environment Agency
environment-agency.gov.uk
The leading public body for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales. Ensures that air, land and water are looked after by everyone in today's society, so that tomorrow's generations inherit a cleaner, healthier world
Friends of the Earth
foe.co.uk
Inspiring solutions to environmental problems
Sustain
sustainweb.org
Represents around 100 national public interest organisations working at international, national, regional and local level
Work Wise UK
workwiseuk.org
A not-for-profit initiative, which aims to make the UK one of the most progressive economies in the world by encouraging the widespread adoption of smarter working practices
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Europe
Eurofedop
eurofedop.org/
Aims of Eurofedop is to promote co-operation between public service trade unions throughout Europe and represent the interests of employees in the public service to the European Union
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Government and politics
Cabinet Office
cabinet-office.gov.uk
The Cabinet Office sits at the very centre of government and, together with the Treasury, provides the ‘head office’ of government. The Cabinet Office has an overarching purpose of Making government work better
Central Office of Information
coi.gov.uk
Works with government departments and the public sector to produce information campaigns on issues that affect the lives of every citizen - from health and education to benefits, rights and welfare
Committee on Standards in Public Life
public-standards.gov.uk
Independent public body which advises government on ethical standards across the whole of public life in the UK
Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority
cica.gov.uk
Organisation that can compensate people who are physically or mentally injured because they were a blameless victim of violent crime
Directgov
direct.gov.uk
The official government website for citizens.
Easy access to the public services you use and the information you need, delivered by the UK government
National Statistics
statistics.gov.uk
Official UK statistics and information about statistics, which can be accessed and downloaded free
No 10 Downing Street
number-10.gov.uk
The official site of the Prime Minister's Office
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Health and safety
Hazards
hazards.org
Provides the information and resources on the workplace, and gives union answers to workplace problems. Using a global network of union safety correspondents, Hazards makes sure you have the best information available anywhere
Health and Safety Executive
hse.gov.uk
Protects people against risks to health or safety arising out of work activities
Trades Union Congress
tuc.org.uk/healthandsafety
Campaigns for a fair deal at work and for social justice at home and abroad
Trades Union Congress Newsletter
tuc.org.uk/newsroom/register.cfm
Register to the TUC's weekly emailed newsletter
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Healthcare
Agenda for Change
unison.org.uk/healthcare/a4c/index.asp
UNISON site dedicated to Agenda for Change, the national pay and grading system for the NHS. Introduced in 2004 to harmonise pay, terms and conditions
NHS Choices
nhs.uk
A comprehensive information service that helps to put you in control of your healthcare.
The service is intended to help you make choices about your health, from lifestyle decisions about things like smoking, drinking and exercise, through to the practical aspects of finding and using NHS services in England when you need them
NHS Scotland
scot.nhs.uk
The Scottish Government Health Directorate is responsible both for NHSScotland and for the development and implementation of health and community care policy
The Health Professions Council
hpc-uk.org
A regulator set up to protect the public by keeping a register of health professionals who meet the required standards for training, professional skills, behaviour and health. Currently registers over 180,000 professionals from 13 professions
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HM Prison Service
HM Prison Service
hmprisonservice.gov.uk
Whether you're looking for job opportunities, have a friend or family member in prison or simply want to find out more about the Prison Service. Provides statements, documents and corporate information about the Prison Service
Howard League for Penal Reform
howardleague.org
The oldest penal reform charity in the UK. Works for a safe society where fewer people are victims of crime
Northern Ireland Office
nio.gov.uk
The role of the Northern Ireland Office (NIO) is to support the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland in securing a lasting peace, based on the Agreement in which the rights and identities of all traditions are fully respected and safeguarded and in which a safe, stable, just, open and tolerant society can thrive and prosper
Northern Ireland Prison Service
niprisonservice.gov.uk
Serves the community by keeping in secure, safe and humane custody those committed by the courts; by working with prisoners and with organisations, seeks to reduce the risk of re-offending; and in so doing aims to protect the public and to contribute to peace and stability in Northern Ireland
Prison Service Instructions (PSI's) and
Prison Service Orders (PSO's)
hmprisonservice.gov.uk/resourcecentre/psispsos/
There are a number of rules, regulations and guidelines by which prisons are run. These are outlined in Prison Service Instructions (PSI's) and Prison Service Orders (PSO's)
Prison Reform Trust
prisonreformtrust.org.uk
The Prison Reform Trust works to ensure prisons are just, humane and effective
The Scotland Office
scotlandoffice.gov.uk
Representing Scotland's interests in the UK Government
Scottish Prison Service
sps.gov.uk
Making Scotland a safer place, to free communities from crime and the fear of crime
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Housing
Centre for Housing Policy
york.ac.uk/inst/chp
Provides evidence for national and local government, voluntary and charitable organisations on research subjects including homelessness, home ownership and neighbourhoods
Housingnet
housingnet.co.uk
Find information data on Housing Associations and Local Authorities
Inside Housing
insidehousing.co.uk
News, views and jobs in social housing
International Union of Tenants
iut.nu
Non-governmental organisation that safeguards the interests of tenants
National Housing Federation
housing.org.uk
Represents 1,200 independent, not-for-profit housing associations in England and is the voice of affordable housing
Shelter
shelter.org.uk
Charity working to improve the lives of homeless
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Human rights and civil liberties
Campaign for Freedom of Information
cfoi.org.uk
A non-profit organisation working to improve public access to official information and ensure that the Freedom of Information Act is implemented effectively
United Nations Human Rights
ohchr.org
Represents the world's commitment to universal ideals of human dignity, with a unique mandate from the international community to promote and protect all human rights
University of Minnesota Human Rights Library
www1.umn.edu/humanrts
International human rights documents and materials
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Industry
The Competition Commission
competition-commission.org.uk
An independent public body which conducts in-depth inquiries into mergers, markets and the regulation of the major regulated industries
Office of Fair Trading (OFT)
oft.gov.uk
Responsible for making markets work well for consumers. This is achieved by promoting and protecting consumer interests throughout the UK, while ensuring that businesses are fair and competitive
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Information resource centres and directories
Advice Guide
adviceguide.org.uk
The main public information service of Citizens Advice, providing people with round-the-clock access to CAB information on their rights - including benefits, housing and employment, and on debt, consumer and legal issues
British Library
bl.uk
With 14 million books, 920,000 journal and newspaper titles, 58 million patents, 3 million sound recordings, and so much more
Citizens Advice Bureau
nacab.org.uk
Helps people resolve their legal, money and other problems by providing free, independent and confidential advice, and by influencing policymakers
Directgov
direct.gov.uk
Easy access to the public services you use and the information you need, delivered by the UK government
NAPO
napo.org.uk
A trade union, professional association and campaigning group, carrying out a wide range of activities
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International
Action Aid
actionaid.org.uk
Improves people’s lives every day. They don't impose solutions, but work with communities over many years to strengthen their own efforts to throw off poverty
Amnesty International (AI)
amnesty.org
A worldwide movement of people who campaign for internationally recognized human rights for all
Anti-Slavery International
antislavery.org
The world's oldest international human rights organisation and the only charity in the United Kingdom to work exclusively against slavery and related abuses. They work at local, national and international levels to eliminate the system of slavery around the world
Asian Human Rights Commission
ahrchk.net
To protect and promote human rights by monitoring, investigation, advocacy, and taking solidarity actions
Coda International
coda-international.org.uk
Works in partnership with civil society organisations to develop and deliver participatory programmes promoting economic and social equality in poor and marginalised communities
Computer Aid International (CAI)
computeraid.org
Provides the highest-quality, professionally refurbished computers for reuse in education, health and not-for-profit organisations in developing countries
Department for International Development (DFID)
dfid.gov.uk
Leading the UK government's fight against world poverty
European Economic and Social Committee (EESC)
eesc.europa.eu
Representatives of civil society. Contribute with renewed enthusiasm to a most ambitious and exciting project: building a united Europe
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
fco.gov.uk
Worldwide network of Embassies, High Commissions and Consulates are helping British nationals
Health and Safety/Hazards
hazards.org
Provides the information and resources on the workplace, and gives union answers to workplace problems. Using a global network of union safety correspondents, Hazards makes sure you have the best information available anywhere
Human Rights Watch
hrw.org
One of the world’s leading independent organizations dedicated to defending and protecting human rights. By focusing international attention where human rights are violated, they give voice to the oppressed and hold oppressors accountable for their crimes
Information for Social Change
libr.org/isc
An activist organisation that examines issues of censorship, freedom and ethics amongst library and information workers
International Centre for Trade Union Rights (ICTUR)
ictur.org
Defends and extends the rights of trade unions and trade unionists and to increase awareness of trade union rights and their violations
International Lesbian and Gay Association (ILGA)
ilga.org
A world-wide network of national and local groups dedicated to achieving equal rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people everywhere
Jubilee Debt Campaign
jubileedebtcampaign.org.uk
Demanding an end to the scandal of poor countries paying money to the rich world. They are calling for 100% cancellation of unpayable and unfair poor country debts
Migration Alliance
migrationalliance.org.uk
The collective voice on migration – brings together in one body likeminded organisations with an interest in migration policy
Public Services International (PSI)
world-psi.org
PSI represents 650 public sector unions globally. Its affiliates are in 150 countries with over 20 million members working in public services. Works closely with affiliated unions to protect and extend workers' rights
Stop Climate Chaos
stopclimatechaos.org
The UK’s largest group of people dedicated to action on climate change and limiting its impact on the world’s poorest communities
Trade Justice Movement (TJM)
tjm.org.uk
A fast growing group of organisations including trade unions, aid agencies, environment and human rights campaigns, fairtrade organisations, faith and consumer groups
UK Consortium on AIDS and International Development
aidsconsortium.org.uk
stopaidscampaign.org.uk
A group of more than 80 UK based organisations which work together to understand and develop effective approaches to the problems created by the HIV epidemic in developing countries. It enables each agency to bring its own experience to be shared and used to help all the members improve their responses to the epidemic, through: information exchange – networking – advocacy – and campaigning
UNICORN
againstcorruption.org
Makes a unique contribution to the global fight against bribery and corruption by mobilising the strengths of the trade union movement
War on Want
waronwant.org
Fights poverty in developing countries in partnership with people affected by globalisation. Campaigns for human rights and against the root causes of global poverty, inequality and injustice
World Development Movement
wdm.org.uk
Tackles the underlying causes of poverty. Lobbies decision makers to change the policies that keep people poor. Researches and promotes positive alternatives. Works alongside people in the developing world who are standing up to injustice
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Labour
Epolitix
epolitix.com
Free to access. Encourages better communication between politicians and the public
The Labour Party
labour.org.uk
Latest information on policy and campaigning
No 10 Downing Street
number-10.gov.uk
Briefings and latest policy from the government
Progress Online
progressives.org.uk
Independent organisation for Labour party members and trade unionists. Through national and regional events and regular publications, they seek to promote open debate and discussion of progressive ideas and policies
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Legal Services
Bulletin 8
Statement of Agreed Principles for Fresh Start Proposals
The purpose of this Statement of Agreed Principles is to provide a
framework within which new working arrangements for Prison Officers
are to be developed.
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Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality
Bi Community News
bicommunitynews.co.uk
Britain's biggest selling bisexual magazine giving voice to the bi community since 1995
International Lesbian and Gay Association (ILGA)
ilga.org
A world-wide network of national and local groups dedicated to achieving equal rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people everywhere
Lesbian and Gay Coalition Against Racism
naar.org.uk/lagcar/
Creates a visible anti-racist voice of lesbians and gay men, and to help forge the unity needed to defeat racism, homophobia and bigotry
Press for Change
pfc.org.uk
A political lobbying and educational organisation, which campaigns to achieve equal civil rights and liberties for all trans people in the United Kingdom, through legislation and social change
TUC LGBT pages
tuc.org.uk/equality
Campaigns against discrimination at work and in wider society. You can find out more about our work on equal rights for women and men and part-timers, equality for black workers, lesbian and gay rights, disability issues and age equality
UK Lesbian and Gay Immigration Group
uklgig.org.uk
A charity providing information and advice on immigration rights for same sex couples and support for lesbian & gay asylum seekers
UNISON Greater London LGBT group
unison.org.uk/london/out.asp
Information on the Greater London lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered members group
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Libraries
Library Campaign
ibrarycampaign.com
An independent national organisation to support Friends of Library groups and to campaign for improved services in publicly funded libraries
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Local government
Association for Public Service Excellence
apse.org
Leads in the advancement of equitable employment for people with disabilities
Children's Workforce Development Council
cwdcouncil.org.uk
Aims to improve the lives of children, young people, their families and carers
Department of Communities and Local Government
communities.gov.uk
Works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life
Improvement and Development Agency
idea.gov.uk
Works for local government improvement so councils can serve people and places better. It is owned by the Local Government Association and belongs to local government
Info4Local
info4local.gov.uk
Information for people working in local public services. Get quick and easy access to the information you need from central government departments, agencies and public bodies
IPF
ipf.com
One of the leading professional accountancy bodies in the UK and the only one which specialises in the public sector. Responsible for the education and training of professional accountants and for their regulation through the setting and monitoring of professional standards
Local Government Association
lga.gov.uk
A voluntary lobbying organisation, acting as the voice of the local government sector, and an authoritative and effective advocate on its behalf
Local Government Employers
lge.gov.uk
Works with local authorities, regional employers and other bodies to lead and create solutions on pay, pensions and the employment contract
Local Government Information Unit
lgiu.gov.uk
Independent think-tank and resource for local government. Their teams of policy analysts are experts in local government. They provide practical policy advice, training, consultancy, public affairs services and other resources to members and other organisations
Skillsmark
skillsmark.co.uk
An accreditation scheme that helps employers to identify education and training that meets their needs.
Awarded to learning providers who have gone through a rigorous assessment process and have been recognised as providing high quality learning programmes relevant to the needs of the Justice sector
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News
BBC
bbc.co.uk
Get the latest BBC News: breaking news, features, analysis and debate plus audio and video content from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
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Pay and conditions
BERR: Department for Business Enterprise & Regulatory Reform
berr.gov.uk/whatwedo/employment/
Aims to improve the quality of working life for individuals, and create the conditions for business success
European Low-Wage Employment Research Network(LoWER)
uva-aias.net/lower
Brings together some forty European researchers on low pay and low skills; minimum wages and employment; wage inequality and earnings mobility; intergenerational and intragenerational inequalities; gender, pay, part-time employment and skills; employment structure and quality; immigration and low pay; training and employment behaviour
Incomes Data Services
incomesdata.co.uk
An independent research organisation providing information and analysis on employment law, diversity, pay and reward, HR and pensions. IDS publications and online services are used by thousands of businesses and by government, trade unions and tribunals
Labour Research Department
lrd.org.uk
An independent research organisation publishing news and information for trade unionists. Around 2,000 trade union organisations are affiliated, representing more than 99% of total TUC membership
LexisNexis
lexisnexis.co.uk
The leading provider of information and business solutions to help knowledge-driven professionals achieve excellence. Helps your organisation to drive business growth, improve productivity and actively manage risk
UK Low Pay Commission
lowpay.gov.uk
An independent statutory non departmental public body set up under the National Minimum Wage Act 1998 to advise the Government about the National Minimum Wage
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Police
Association of Police Authorities
apa.police.uk
The national voice for police authorities in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
British Association of Women Police
bawp.org
The only national organisation to embrace women of all ranks and grades within the Police Service. Their mission is to ensure that those women are heard
Home Office: Police
police.homeoffice.gov.uk
Responsible for policing in England and Wales and the Scottish Executive are responsible for policing in Scotland. Supports the police and pursue a variety of crime reduction initiatives
Independent Police Complaints Commission
ipcc.gov.uk
To make sure that complaints against the police are dealt with effectively
National Black Police Association
nationalbpa.com
Seeks to improve the working environment of Black staff by protecting the rights of those employed within the Police Service and to enhance racial harmony and the quality of service to the Black community of the United Kingdom. Assists the Police Service in delivering a fair and equitable service to all sections of the community
The International Association of Women Police
iawp.org
To strengthen, unite and raise the profile of women in criminal justice internationally
The Police Foundation
police-foundation.org.uk
The only independent charity focussed entirely on developing people's knowledge and understanding of policing and challenging the police service and the government to improve policing for the benefit of the public. The Police Foundation acts as a bridge between the public, the police and the government
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Social policy and research
Economic and Social Research Council
esrc.ac.uk
The UK's leading agency for research funding and training in economic and social sciences
Institute for Public Policy Research
ippr.org.uk
The UK’s leading progressive think tank, producing cutting edge research and innovative policy ideas for a just, democratic and sustainable world
Joseph Rowntree Foundation
jrf.org.uk
Aims to understand the root causes of social problems, to identify ways of overcoming them, and to show how social needs can be met in practice
Social Exclusion
cabinetoffice.gov.uk/social_exclusion.asp
Aims to extend opportunity to the least advantaged so that they can enjoy more of the choices, chances and power that the rest of society takes for granted. Works with the rest of government to identify priorities, test solutions, and facilitate collaboration across government
Social Sciences information gateway
intute.ac.uk/socialsciences
A free online service providing you with access to the very best Web resources for education and research, evaluated and selected by a network of subject specialists
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Social security and welfare reform
Centre for Economic and Social Inclusion
cesi.org.uk
The UK’s leading not-for-profit company dedicated to tackling disadvantage and promoting social justice
Department for Work and Pensions
dwp.gov.uk
Promotes opportunity and independence for all through modern, customer-focused services.
Helps people to achieve their potential through employment, so that they are able to provide for their children and to work and save for secure retirement
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Social services
Association of Directors of Adult Social Services
adss.org.uk
Represents all the directors of adult social services in England and Northern Ireland. Responsible for providing or commissioning, the wellbeing, protection and care of hundreds of thousands of elderly and disabled people, as well as for the promotion of that wellbeing and protection wherever it is needed
British Association of Social Workers
basw.co.uk
The largest association representing social work and social workers in the UK. Here to help, support, advice and campaign on your behalf
Department of Health: social care
dh.gov.uk/en/SocialCare/index.htm
Works to define policy and guidance for delivering a social care system that provides care equally for all, whilst enabling people to retain their independence, control and dignity
General Social Care Council
gscc.org.uk
Responsible for setting standards of conduct and practice for social care workers and their employers, for regulating the workforce, and for regulating social work education and training
Social Care Association
socialcareassociation.co.uk
A UK organisation of individuals and corporate organisations involved in social care. This means all service user groups, children and adults and all job roles – Supporting Caring and Assisting people to live the kind of life they want with choice and independence
Social Work Admissions System/University and College Admissions Service
ucas.co.uk
The organisation responsible for managing applications to higher education courses in the UK
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Transport
Commission for Integrated Transport
cfit.gov.uk
An independent body advising the Government on integrated transport policy. Takes a broad view of integrated transport policy and its interface with wider Government objectives for economic prosperity, environmental protection, health and social inclusion
Department for Transport
dft.gov.uk
Works to deliver a transport system which balances the needs of the economy, the environment and society
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Unions
Global Unions
global-unions.org
International trade union organisations working together with a shared commitment to the ideals and principles of the trade union movement. Aims to organise, to defend human rights and labour standards everywhere, and to promote the growth of trade unions for the benefit of all working men and women and their families
LabourNet UK
labournet.net
Provides communications, news and information for the labour movement
LabourStart
labourstart.org
An online news service maintained by a global network of volunteers which aims to serve the international trade union movement by collecting and disseminating information and by assisting unions in campaigning and other ways
Modern Records Centre
warwick.ac.uk/services/library/mrc/
Nationally important archives for the study of social, economic and political history, mainly from the mid 19th century onwards. These archives have been designated as an Outstanding Collection by the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council
Public Services International
world-psi.org
Representing Public Sector Unions Globally
Trades Union Congress
tuc.org.uk
With member unions representing over six and a half million working people, The TUC campaigns for a fair deal at work and for social justice at home and abroad
United Campaign
unitedcampaign.org.uk
Established to be a united non-sectarian trade union based campaign. To secure the repeal of all anti-trade union laws and to support workers and unions penalised or threatened by the anti-union laws or which adopt a policy of non-compliance with those laws
Working Class Movement Library
wcml.org.uk
A unique collection capturing the stories and struggles of ordinary people's efforts to improve their world
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Women
Abortion Rights
abortionrights.org.uk
Campaigning to defend and extend women's rights and access to safe, legal abortion
Daycare Trust
daycaretrust.org.uk
Promote high quality affordable
childcare for all
Equal Opportunities Commission
eoc.org.uk
Acts not only for the disadvantaged, but for everyone in society, and can use its new enforcement powers where necessary to guarantee people’s equality. It also has a mandate to promote understanding of the Human Rights Act
Ovarian Cancer Action
ovarian.org.uk
Aims to improve survival rates for women with ovarian cancer through research, awareness, and giving a voice
Refugee Women's Resource Project
asylumaid.org.uk
Provides legal representation to asylum-seekers. By combining expert legal advice work with campaigning activities, Asylum Aid responds to asylum-seekers' immediate legal needs
Vote for Choice
vfc.org.uk
A national coalition of organisations working alongside the All Party Parliamentary Pro-Choice and Sexual Health Group to campaign for a woman’s choice on abortion
Women's Aid
womensaid.org.uk
The key national charity working to end domestic violence against women and children. Support a network of over 500 domestic and sexual violence services across the UK
Women's Environmental Network
wen.org.uk
The only organisation in the UK working consistently for women and the environment
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