Funding for charities
The Government’s charitable response has largely been spoken for. £200m has been pledged to hospices…
Voluntary & Community Sector
Rachael's work in the voluntary and community sector
We need a real deal not a meal deal
Rachael Maskell MP was expecting a comprehensive package to prevent thousands of residents falling into…
Small charities left in crises by covid-19
With fundraising significantly down, it is a very challenging time for York’s charities and community…
York MP Pays Tribute to Hard Work of NHS and Care Staff on NHS 72nd Anniversary
On Sunday 5 July, the NHS is marking its 72nd anniversary. The creation of the…
#Take5Minutes and let’s beat loneliness together
A new baby, job or move; the loss of work or someone we love; or…
York MP calls for rise in Carers Allowance at the start of National Carers Week
Clapping for carers may have officially ended, but each year 6.5m people in the UK…
Spotlight on kindness in our community
The coming together to serve one another goes to the core of our values as…
Charities must play a more central role in shaping society
Rachael Maskell MP, and Shadow Minister for the Voluntary and Community Sector, in celebrating Volunteers…
Responding to Government’s plan for loneliness during lockdown
Rachael Maskell, Labour’s Shadow Minister for Voluntary Sector has responded to the Government’s plan to…