Seána Connor

[Action for Children NI @Actn4ChildrenNI]

We’re delighted to be at the #FoundationsForTheFuture conference as part of the Reimagine Children’s Collective. Together with other members of the coalition and the @healthdpt, we’re striving for positive change in children’s social care 🤝

[Consumer Council for Northern Ireland @ConsumerCouncil]

Our Chief Executive Noyona Chundur took part in a Banking Roundtable hosted by Finance Minister Caoimhe Archibald yesterday, to discuss banking services and new access to cash rules introduced by the Financial Conduct Authority to ensure that communities impacted by branch closures can continue to access services.

Noyona was joined by a range of representatives from the finance, business, community and voluntary sectors, as well as trade union representatives, to discuss banking services and new access to cash rules.

Noyona commented, “I had a very informative and productive discussion on access to cash and banking services, co-designing solutions that prioritise consumer and community needs, particularly those of vulnerable groups, and the importance of better and more connected collaboration across the ecosystem. It was great to see the @ConsumerCouncil's consumer advocacy and research being referenced by colleagues around the table. However, there is still plenty to do if we want to advance financial inclusion for all.”

[Consumer Council for Northern Ireland @ConsumerCouncil]

The Consumer Council is supporting #FuelPovertyAwarenessDay
Our research shows that 43% of local consumers are very concerned about energy prices.
Visit our website for advice and information about electricity, oil and gas in Northern Ireland, how to make sure you are getting the best deal and how to save money.
Visit https://t.co/o92WZ9PlC5

[Consumer Council for Northern Ireland @ConsumerCouncil]

Yesterday ahead of #FuelPovertyAwarenessDay we attended the Fuel Poverty All Party Group at Stormont with other key stakeholders.
The Consumer Council is a member of the Fuel Poverty Coalition.

[Consumer Council for Northern Ireland @ConsumerCouncil]

✈️There are cancellations and delays to flights to and from Belfast City airport today due to adverse weather conditions.
Check out our Plane Facts guide which provides essential information on your consumer rights ➡️https://t.co/ST7rM0ysoK

[Action for Children NI @Actn4ChildrenNI]

Calling #parents and carers! Our Early intervention Service is running another FREE parenting workshop in #Omagh this Thursday (14 November) from 10am to 1pm. Places are limited so please contact Tracey on 028 6632 4181 to book your place asap 📞

[Action for Children NI @Actn4ChildrenNI]

Another amazing young carer ‘citizen educator’ session @QUBelfast 🤩 The young people we support were ‘top of the class’ when it came to teaching the social work students about communication skills. Our partnership with @QUBSSESW has been so beneficial for all involved 🤝

[Action for Children NI @Actn4ChildrenNI]

A huge thank you to Leda Fry, who recently held a toy drive on behalf of our #Fermanagh and #Omagh Early Intervention Service. Thanks to Leda and the generosity of local people, Christmas will be a little bit more magical for families we support in the area 🎄

[Action for Children NI @Actn4ChildrenNI]

📣 We’ve got an exciting opportunity for a Campaigns, Advocacy and Policy Advisor! This role is a key part of our team as we work to influence decision-makers to ensure more children in Northern Ireland can have a safe and happy childhood. Find out more > https://t.co/heaSKPuFDL

[Consumer Council for Northern Ireland @ConsumerCouncil]

Our Chief Executive @NoyonaC is attending today’s @wibni 2024 Voices of Leadership Conference. Noyona is taking part in a panel discussion on The Power of Purpose.
#WIBVOL

[Consumer Council for Northern Ireland @ConsumerCouncil]

The Consumer Council were very pleased to support the launch of @Translink_NI's #BetteronBoard Charter today as part of the @LinenQuarterBID's RE[act] Festival for a Sustainable Belfast.
Belfast Grand Central Station provides new opportunities for passengers to connect with the integration of rail, bus and active travel all in the one place.

[Sheena McMullen @mcmullen_sheena]

Some personal news from me- v sad to be leaving my current role @Actn4ChildrenNI next month, but if you know anyone looking for a p/t role with a wonderful, supportive team to work with, influencing in NI & across the UK, check it out/spread the word👇 https://t.co/QGZggv4S7a

[City of Derry Airport @CoDerryAirport]

Fantastic to have you all at City of Derry Airport to discuss our accessibility and ensure we are meeting the needs of all passengers travelling through.

[Siobhán O'Neill (she/her) @profsiobhanon]

Children in deprived areas 4 times more likely to have mental health problems by the age of 11.

Poverty➡️ mental illness

No ringfenced funding for the Child Poverty Strategy.

Rts increased frm 20% to 24% during last Child Poverty Strategy.

Shocking.

https://t.co/uTcKyA02xy

[Women's Support Net @WSN_NI]

130,000 people in NI either reduced working hours or left work because of the demands of their caring role #CarerPovertyNI

[CYPSP in N.Ireland @cypsp]

Issue 12 of @WesternHSCTrust area FYI is out now, including all things family support and early intervention/ prevention lots of exciting events happening which hopefully you can join. Download your copy now ➡ https://t.co/z7Us0hOTeO

[Action for Children NI @Actn4ChildrenNI]

We're delighted to be at the #Carer Poverty Commission conference today which is looking at poverty amongst unpaid carers in NI. The event has brought together an expert panel of speakers to examine the economic benefits of supporting unpaid carers. @CarersNI

[Action for Children NI @Actn4ChildrenNI]

Thankyou @CommunitiesNI Minister @gordonlyons1 for meeting with us to discuss our recent research &to give an update on the Anti-Poverty Strategy.We continue to urge its progress & inclusion in the final PfG to ensure whole Executive support for families facing financial hardship

[Action for Children NI @Actn4ChildrenNI]

Whether you’re living with a foster family or in a children’s home – it's the little details that help you feel at home 🏠We’ve worked with care-experienced young people to explore what everyday objects can mean to a child in care > https://t.co/umfBKFJOcU #APlaceToCallHome #NCLW

[Action for Children NI @Actn4ChildrenNI]

The Labour Government have announced their Autumn Budget. But what does it mean for families on low-income, facing barriers to employment, and the rising issue of child poverty. https://t.co/Too2eej5VK via @actnforchildren