GVS News
Save the Date: A Special Celebration at GVS’ AGM
We’d love for you to join us for this year’s GVS Annual General Meeting – it’s going to be extra special! The AGM is on Friday 7th November 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at CF61 Centre, Station Road, Llantwit Major CF61 1ST. Read More
We need you! Nomination to GVS Board of Trustees
If you are a member of GVS your organisation is entitled to nominate a candidate for election to our Board of Trustees. As stated in our governing document, at least two-thirds of the Board members are to be nominated by the GVS membership. The remainder will be recruited via open competition. Read More
Have you received a good (or bad) service from Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) over the last year? Read More
GVS Big Volunteering Fayre 28th January 2026
We are hosting the Big Volunteering Fayre at the Memo Arts Centre, Barry on 28th January 2026. This is a great opportunity for you to promote your opportunities and recruit volunteers to support your organisation. Read More
GVS Launches New Training Programme for Local Third Sector and Partner Organisations
GVS is delighted to announce a new series of training courses designed to empower local third sector and partner organisations. Our programme offers practical skills to help you boost efficiency, enhance impact, and ensure best practices. Read More
Vale Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Network
The Vale Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Network aims to bring together Third Sector organisations (local, regional and national) operating in the Vale of Glamorgan who have an interest in health and social care. The Network’s membership is also open to statutory partners. Read More
The Carers’ Support & Information Network Group (CSING) is a multi-agency group which used to meet to share information and highlight issues about health and social care services for carers. The network focuses on Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan. GVS wishes to revitalise and renew this network. Read More
Voluntary Sector news
Invitation to Vale 50+ Strategy Forum’s AGM
We would like to invite you to the Vale 50+ Strategy Forum’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday 16th October 2025 11:00am – 1:00pm in the Dunraven Room of the Civic Offices, Holton Road, Barry, CF63 4RU. Read More
Cardiff & Vale University Health Board news
Vale Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Network
The Vale Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Network aims to bring together Third Sector organisations (local, regional and national) operating in the Vale of Glamorgan who have an interest in health and social care. The Network’s membership is also open to statutory partners. Read More
Kirsty Williams CBE joins Cardiff and Vale University Health Board as new Chair
Kirsty Williams CBE joins Cardiff and Vale University Health Board as new Chair.Kirsty Williams CBE has taken up her role as Chair of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board today, following her appointment by the Health Secretary in July. Read More
Cardiff Cancer Research Partnership (CCRP) launches in Cardiff
On Wednesday 17 September, a celebration and launch event took place at Cardiff University’s Hadyn Ellis Building to launch a new partnership between Cardiff University, Velindre University NHS Trust, and Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Read More
Welcome to the 2025 Project SEARCH student intake
The health board has recently welcomed a new intake of students through the Project SEARCH supported internship programme. Read More
Health & Wellbeing news
Tackling Fuel Poverty in Wales Together
Warm Wales is Wales’ oldest CIC working to tackle fuel poverty by offering free advice and support to ensure people across Wales and South-West England have warm and safe homes. Read More
Information Session: Living with Fibromyalgia
Looking at Management strategies for fibromyalgia including physical activity, medication, and psychological therapies.Tuesday – 7th October 2025
Online via Teams 11.00 – 12.00 noon Read More
Free MS awareness training sessions
MS-UK are delighted to offer free MS awareness training sessions for professionals and volunteers.
Join us Wednesday 15 October at 10.00am Read More
MeTime online sessions for carers
Carers Wales ‘MeTime’ online sessions are designed to inform you of your rights and to support your wellbeing.
Sessions vary from practical advice on carers’ rights and caring to a set of holistic wellbeing sessions that range from confidence-building to creative opportunities like crafting. Read More
Welsh Government news
More than two-thirds of Welsh pharmacies now provide electronic prescribing
The Electronic Prescription Service, which enables prescriptions to be transferred electronically between GPs and pharmacies, is now available in 7 out of 10 of pharmacies Read More
Parents in Wales to receive improved neonatal care support
Families with premature and sick babies in Wales will receive better support through a new programme to improve neonatal care standards across the country Read More
£1.1 million to champion Age-Friendly Wales on International Day of Older People
The Welsh Government has announced £1.1 million to support Age Friendly Officers across Wales. Read More
99% of pharmacies now able to treat UTIs
The overwhelming majority of pharmacies across Wales will be providing free treatment for a common infection without an appointment or prescription. Read More
New contract will improve access to NHS dentistry
A new dental contract for Wales will improve access to NHS dentistry for everyone as health needs and prevention are put at the heart of the new system. Read More
