which puts an immense amount of pressure on Third Sector partners.,But management of the European Structural and Investment Funds is not part of this.,The involvement of SG agencies, local authorities and the third sector at this stage of the process.,Both of which would massively extend the use of ESIF by Third Sector organisations.,level of government is best placed to decide how future funding is allocated and what accountability

Spending allocations As a starter for ten, let’s consider four areas the third sector could focus Government,that “The Scottish Government should have directly funded the third sector [rather than focussing mainly,Whilst the UK Government has committed to the creation of a United Kingdom Shared Prosperity Fund, which,keeping the third sector budget secure?,(d) Should we encourage more third sector investment, or direct, ring-fenced spend into third sector

I’m proud that the third sector is home to much of this welcome rise in campaigning and activism.,SCVO’s survey, primarily of those in or close to the third sector, showed levels of trust in fundraising,the survey was promoted means these people are likely to be closer to the third sector than the majority,It is accepted, however, that due to the survey being publicised primarily through third-sector routes,To make recommendations and proposals to ministers, the charity sector and other bodies involved in fundraising

The future of European structural funds has reached a critical stage and I want to draw your attention,to the latest update and consultation from the Scottish Government.