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14/08/2012
Barnados Close For A Week To Help Save Costs
In an effort to save money, children’s charity Barnardos has closed it offices and services for a week.
The charity took the move because of repeated cuts to its budget over the past number of years, which have resulted in a reduction of its statutory income.
The charity also says it is experiencing a decline in donations.
A spokesperson said management made the decision in December 2011 to temporarily lay-off staff for one week.
They say that all the families and children they work with, as well as the 400 staff and volunteers, had months of advanced notice about the decision.
All of Barnardos services are closed this week. However, the charity's network of shops located in Cork, Wexford, Carlow and Dublin will remain open.
A number of fundraising staff are still available if people want to make a donation.
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The charity took the move because of repeated cuts to its budget over the past number of years, which have resulted in a reduction of its statutory income.
The charity also says it is experiencing a decline in donations.
A spokesperson said management made the decision in December 2011 to temporarily lay-off staff for one week.
They say that all the families and children they work with, as well as the 400 staff and volunteers, had months of advanced notice about the decision.
All of Barnardos services are closed this week. However, the charity's network of shops located in Cork, Wexford, Carlow and Dublin will remain open.
A number of fundraising staff are still available if people want to make a donation.
(H)
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