John Downie

It has been a difficult couple of years for many fundraising organisations. High-profile media coverage of instances of poor fundraising practice in the UK came as a shock not only to the public, but also to the vast majority of those fundraising organisations and many in the... Read more

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

Lobbying (Scotland) Bill – Stage 2 SCVO Briefing 2 February 2016 Key points: To ensure diverse views are still encouraged at Parliament and the voice of smaller third sector organisations is not lost, we continue to urge MSPs to ensure that the Lobbying Bill remains light touch... Read more

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

Appearance before MPs is damaging to whole third sector Read more

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

Excellent opportunities to set the third sector policy agenda Read more

People contribute to society in different ways at different times. They are driven by a need to support themselves and their families, share things with other people around them and do something meaningful with their lives. Sustainable and meaningful paid employment is the single... Read more

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

Budget will devastate people and families most in need Read more