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Supporting Scotland's vibrant voluntary sector

Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh EH3 6BB.

John Downie

Scotland chooses self-regulation of charity fundraising

It has been a difficult couple of years for many fundraising organisations. High-profile media coverage of instances of poor fundraising...  Read more

Chancellor’s employability cash grab may kill Scotland Bill

The UK Government's stunt around employability funding is insulting to people in Scotland, explains John  Read more

Lobbying (Scotland) Bill – Stage 2

Lobbying (Scotland) Bill – Stage 2 SCVO Briefing 2 February 2016 Key points: To ensure diverse views are still encouraged at Parliament...  Read more

Don’t let the UK Government steal this opportunity for our sector

Michael Grade or Jackie Bird - who would you chose to regulate fundraising in Scotland?  Read more

Alan Yentob and Kids Company board are a disgrace

Appearance before MPs is damaging to whole third sector  Read more

What you can do about Facebook tax avoidance

If you're appalled, then you’ve got to shout about it  Read more

Reasons to join SCVO policy committee

Excellent opportunities to set the third sector policy agenda   Read more

Employability, social justice and contribution discussion paper

People contribute to society in different ways at different times. They are driven by a need to support themselves and their families, share...  Read more

Fundraising problems can't be allowed to silence the third sector

Media stories about poor fundraising practices suit the welfare cuts agenda  Read more

Osborne's political triumph will be a social and economic disaster

Budget will devastate people and families most in need  Read more