News
August 2010
August/September issue of The Networker out now
The latest issue of our bi-monthly magazine focuses on Europe and why it matters to international development and NGOs.
Introduction to international development: free online support
Bond is piloting free online support to everyone attending Introduction to international development on 21-22 September.
World Humanitarian Day 19 August 2010
As the unprecedented scale of humanitarian assistance needed to help those left without food, shelter or water in the aftermath of the Pakistan floods becomes apparent, World Humanitarian Day provides an opportunity for a renewed commitment and respect of humanitarian principles.
DFID call for new PPA concept notes
DFID have launched a call for concept notes for new Programme Partnership Arrangements (PPAs) for 2011-2014.
Pakistan Floods: Bond Members Respond
Over 1,600 people are so far reported to have died in floods in Pakistan. The number of casualties is likely to rise.
New Consultation Opportunities
Five new consultations in the development sector give the opportunity for input into important reports and policies.
Bond course programme
Bond's new course programme covers our learning and training from September 2010 - July 2011.
July 2010
Budget 2010: UK holds its nerve
The new UK budget confirmed the previous government's spending plans for the Department for International Development. DFID's budget for 2010/11 remains at over £7 billion.
G8 and G20 summits in Canada
Concrete results for the poor were conspicuous by their absence from both the G8 and G20 summits in Canada in June.
June 2010
Finance Act 2010: a threat to NGOs?
A potentially serious threat to the UK international development sector is contained in the Finance Bill which is currently passing through Parliament.
Engaging parliamentarians
Over 30 MPs attended a parliamentary reception jointly organised by Bond on 9 June 2010 in Westminster. Parliamentarians talked with Bond members about international development and the Millennium Development Goals.
EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting: conclusions on MDGs published
EU Development Ministers met in Luxemburg on Monday 14 June to agree on the EU position towards the United Nations Millennium Development Goals Summit in September.
Effective philanthropy: a round-table discussion
Philanthropy is changing, particularly for those engaged in international development, according to a round-table discussion jointly hosted by Bond and the European Association for Philanthropy and Giving.
AidWatch 2010 report launched
This year's AidWatch report provides an overview of EU development aid, member states progress towards their aid targets and how their aid money is spent.
The Networker - download the June/July issue
This issue focuses on health and development including the current health crisis and the lead up to the MDG Review Summit in September.
Interview with Chris Underhill, BasicNeeds
Find out more about the work of Bond member BasicNeeds from the Founder/Direcor, Chris Underhill, including his vision for the charity.
May 2010
New ministerial team announced
Andrew Mitchell MP is the new Secretary of State for International Development while Alan Duncan MP is Minister of State in DFID and Stephen O'Brien is Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State.
The Queen's Speech sets out UK commitment to aid
Press release from DFID on the commitment to spend 0.7% GNI on official development assistance.
Find out more about the Bond Policy and Lobbying Group
The Bond Policy and Lobbying Group is a forum where members can share information, political intelligence and news on members' advocacy work.
Chairs of Bond groups contribute to Bond Strategy 2011-16 consultation
The group chairs' consultation meeting, held on 10 May, provided an opportunity for the chairs and committee members of the 16 Bond groups to contribute their valued ideas towards the development of the Bond strategy 2011-16.
Development issues and election campaigning
The 2010 election campaign saw tens of thousands of people across the country contact their candidates about global poverty. Over 40,000 emails were sent demanding a Robin Hood Tax and 13,000 people emailed their candidates calling for a reduction of CO2 emissions of 40% by 2020.
April 2010
European Commission's April Package launched
European Commission release April Package on 21 April 2010.
Bond Strategy 2011-16 consultation
This autumn, Bond will publish its strategy for 2011-16 which will be built on the views of Bond members. The consultation will run for 12 weeks from mid-March to mid-June 2010 and Bond members will have a number of opportunities to input into the discussions.
SNP and Plaid Cymru launch manifestos
The SNP and Plaid Cymru launch their manifestos for the 2010 election.
Gordon Brown writes to development NGOs
Gordon Brown has written to directors of UK NGOs outlining Labour's plans for international development.
Election 2010 World Poverty Day
The election 2010 World Poverty Day this weekend will see the election campaign focus on international development.
Brown, Cameron and Clegg will set out how their parties would address Britain’s contribution to fighting poverty and injustice around the world.
Green Party launch General Election manifesto
The Green Party manifesto promotes the concept of ‘ecological debt', recognising that rich countries have already imposed billions of pounds worth of damage on poorer countries through their greenhouse gas emissions.
Liberal Democrats launch election 2010 manifesto
The Liberal Democrats have launched their manifesto for the 2010 General Election.
Broken EU aid promises push MDGs out of reach, says CONCORD as OECD announces aid figures
UK is one of the few governments that have demonstrated leadership by increasing aid in line with their promises, says CONCORD
Conservative Party launch election manifesto
The Conservative Party has launched its manifesto for the 2010 General Election.
Labour Party launch election manifesto
Amongst the headline "50 steps to a future fair for all" are pledges to "Re-energise the drive to achieve the Millennium Development Goals, supporting sustainable growth and combating poverty" and to "Reform the UN, International Financial Institutions, the G8 and G20, and NATO to adapt to the new global challenges."
World Poverty Day announcement
The three main political parties have agreed to address world poverty issues on the third Sunday before Election Day.
April/May 2010 issue of The Networker out now
Bond members can download the April/May 2010 issue from the Membership page.
March 2010
Special offers for Bond members
We are pleased to announce three special offers for Bond members.
Bond responds to European External Action Service proposal
High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Baroness Ashton launches blueprint for the European External Action Service. Read the Bond and CONCORD reaction and recommendations.
Voteglobal.org.uk website launched
There are many ways that your organisation can ensure that international development is firmly on the political agenda in the lead up to the general election. The centre-piece of the support that Bond is providing is the Voteglobal.org.uk website.
Bond launches Millennium Development Goals position paper
Together with the European platform CONCORD, Bond has launched its position paper on European Civil Society Recommendations for the UN MDG Review Summit in September. The paper sets out asks for the EU, its member states, and to the summit itself.
Parliamentary report on aid bill published
The International Development Committee of the UK Parliament has published its report into the proposed Draft International Development Spending Bill - which would write into law the UK's commitment to deliver 0.7% of national income as aid from 2013.
UK aid budget confirmed
The budget announced yesterday by Chancellor Alistair Darling confirmed the UK Government's spending plans for 2010-2011 as agreed in last year's budget.
What do you think of Bond learning and training?
If you have participated in a Bond training event, you can help us to improve our service by taking part in a short online survey. Reply by 31 March 2010 for a chance to win a £50 voucher.
New course flyers available for Bond training events
New course flyers (PDF) are available on the learning and training page and include details of the course programme, the trainer, prices and member discounts and how to book.
Bond launches Leaders Series
We are delighted to launch a new series of high level events for chief executives of Bond member organisations.
