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Reflections from the Health and Social Care Committee visit to Blackpool Better Start
Claire Dunne, Senior Research and Development Manager at the National Children’s Bureau, discusses A Better Start's impact on an inquiry into the first 1000 days of a child’s life.
A Better Start programme’s impact on the government’s new early years strategy
Sarah Creek, Early Years Programme Lead at NCB, reflects on how A Better Start’s learning and evidence has influenced the Best Start in Life strategy.
The National Lottery Community Fund appoints Dr. David Halpern CBE as advisor to its Board
The National Lottery Community Fund has announced that it has appointed Dr. David Halpern CBE as advisor to its Board.
Meithrin Natur - truly life-changing access to natural environment
The National Lottery Community Fund has launched Meithrin Natur - a new £10 million programme to support the health and wellbeing of babies and young children in Wales.
Strengthening your Awards for All England application form
We want our you to have a good experience when applying for funding. We’ve developed the following guidance to help you avoid some of the most common pitfalls when applying.
Investing in Hope: Bolster Community's Transformative Impact, Partnering for a Brighter Northern Ireland
In this blog, Jacinta Linden celebrates 20 Years of Values-Led Leadership and Partnership at Bolster Community.
International Youth Day 2025 | Introducing our new Youth Voice Advisors
This International Youth Day 2025, we’re shining a spotlight on the newest of our Youth Voice Advisors who will be making a valued impact on work as a funder.
The National Lottery Community Fund appoints two new Directors
The National Lottery Community Fund announce the appointment of two new Directors who will lead the organisation’s continued delivery of its strategy - It Starts with Community.
Doors open on multi-million pound youth fund taking young people from streets to safe spaces
Thousands of young people across England are set to benefit from safer spaces, trusted support and inspiring activities, as The Million Hours Fund reopens today.
Supporting children to enjoy the best start in life – learning from A Better Start
Richard Newson (National Children’s Bureau) discusses how the learning from A Better Start was presented at a key summit ahead of the Government’s new Best Start in Life strategy.