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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 Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.

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The evidence library is a resource for anyone interested in the voluntary sector in Scotland. Managed by SCVO, the library signposts to research and evidence produced by, or on, the voluntary sector. For further information email: research@scvo.scot.

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Local government in Scotland is critical to reducing poverty

JRF 5 October 2026

Children & Families Communities Funding and economy Poverty / Cost of Living Public sector

This summary of JRF's Poverty in Scotland 2026 report covers the public’s feelings about local government, the need for local funding reform and calls for councils to use all levers available to reduce and prevent poverty.

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Last modified on 5 October 2026

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