Brexit: Not what the doctor ordered
It’s said that ‘defence of the realm is the first duty of government’. And, despite apparent agreement that this is the primary duty, there... Read more
Key promises show the sector can deliver the change Scotland needs
Straight back from the summer recess, MSPs had little chance to water their office plants and catch up with colleagues. No, no. Not when the... Read more
Scottish Government Reshuffle – 2018
Nicola Sturgeon fields new team as transfer window closes For Scottish Politics fanciers (yes, that includes both you and I) the last 2... Read more
Charities must check their moral compass reads true north
This year's Gathering was another outstanding success. Two days of stalls, workshops, showcasing, networking, learning and celebrating. Near... Read more
The art of the (Brexit) deal
In recent weeks, Theresa May has resembled the dismembered Black Knight in Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Despite receiving seemingly... Read more
Alcohol pricing - no silver bullet
Policy makers must provide support to the sector to underpin tough legislation on alcohol “This is not a silver bullet.” That’s likely... Read more
European Union (Withdrawal Bill) Amendments – A Scottish and Welsh Third Sector Response
Summary The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) and Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA) are requesting that Scottish... Read more
Brexit – The Withdrawal Effects
With Big Ben currently out of action, the assembled masses of the House of Commons are set to put on a ding-dong of their own. Later today... Read more
Programme for Government: A brave new world?
Do the First Minister’s announcements mark a truly radical change in approach and will actions match the warm rhetoric? With MSPs back from... Read more
Brexit: The end of the beginning
“Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning.” – Winston Churchill... Read more