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The European Commission prepares legislation for adoption by the Council (representing the member countries) and the Parliament (representing the citizens). It administers the budget and the policy programmes (agriculture, fisheries, research etc.) in cooperation with authorities in the member countries.
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NCVO champions the voluntary sector and volunteering because they’re essential for a better society.
Each day, millions of people make a difference through voluntary organisations and volunteering. Our vision is a society where we can all make a difference to the causes that we believe in.
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At the heart of every community should be a strong and successful college, supporting students, delivering skills, transforming communities, promoting social justice, working with employers, and growing the economy.
Association of Colleges is the national voice for further education, sixth form, tertiary and specialist colleges in England.
We are a not-for-profit membership organisation established by colleges, for colleges. Our members make up almost 95% of the sector - transforming 2.2 million lives each year.
Acting as the collective voice, we represent and promote the interests of colleges, and provide our members with high-quality professional support services, including training, events, and recruitment.
The AoC group includes:
AoC events, training and recruitment
Supporting all colleges to be great colleges by delivering high quality and cost-effective further education events, training and development, executive recruitment, interim management and strategic consultancy services.
AoC Sport
Leading the development of sport and physical activity in 16+ education.
AoC Charitable Trust
Promoting the very best in FE with some of the biggest and most respected awards in education, including the AoC Beacon Awards, AoC FE Hall of Fame, and Student of the Year.