17 July 2024
Responding to the King’s Speech, NPC Head of Policy and External Affairs Leah Davis said:
The announcement of a new legislative agenda is an opportunity for charities and philanthropists to offer their assistance in delivering change across the country. But they will need to move fast to make sure their practical knowledge and intelligence shapes new Bills.
We welcome the overall commitment to fairness which is driving this government’s agenda. We also welcome the focus on local growth, because it’s often in local communities where charities and funders can make the biggest difference in removing barriers and creating new opportunities.
Bills to improve some of the big challenges affecting society – including improving mental health provision, particularly for children and young people, and creating new green jobs to respond to environmental crisis – are much needed. We look forward to working with the new government to ensure that these bills are inclusive and effective for everyone.
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