Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

Public service reform

The Scottish Government has embarked on a long-term programme of public service reform.,This was recognised in the Christie Commission in 2011, as well as the Scottish Government's response

https://scvo.scot/policy/transforming-the-economy/public-service-reform

Employer National Insurance Changes

SCVO lobbying Ahead of these changes coming into force, SCVO lobbied MPs, Lords and the Scottish Government,, seeking a commitment from both the UK and Scottish Governments to mitigate the impact of the increased,Minister to highlight the risk to voluntary organisations in Scotland Worked with the Scottish Government

https://scvo.scot/policy/transforming-the-economy/ni-changes

Politics

There are some signs of strain in relationships between the voluntary sector and governments at all levels

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/shifting-sands/politics

The Economy

high, particularly food and energy additional costs being levied on some voluntary organisations governments

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/shifting-sands/economy

Society

Rising polarisation and increasingly hostile public discourse are creating challenges for people working and volunteering in the sector, and on the people they support. Prompts for planning Sources of support SCVO’s HR Service provides resources on employee engagement and culture...

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/shifting-sands/society

Technology

As the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology, and as new technical innovations come along at speed, voluntary organisations need to be constantly thinking about how these changes might impact on their work. While digital development used to be a one-off project, it is...

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/shifting-sands/technology

The Law

They provide expert advice on governance, charity law, employment law, data protection and more.

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/shifting-sands/legal

The Environment

The Scottish Government published a draft Climate Change Plan in November 2025, reaffirming its commitment,The Scottish Government is funding a network of regional community climate action hubs to provide a strategic,You can find details of your local hub on the Scottish Government website SCVO partner Utility Aid can

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/shifting-sands/environment

The Gathering 2025 round-up

This page gives a round-up of events at the Gathering 2025, the UK's largest free event for the voluntary sector hosted by SCVO.

https://scvo.scot/the-gathering/round-up-2025

Scottish voluntary organisations' financial reserves

Download PDF Introduction The academic literature highlights the role that good financial management plays in helping organisations deliver their objectives, while ensuring their stability and survival. This is often hampered by a lack of financial management skills, risk...

https://scvo.scot/research/reports/scottish-voluntary-organisations-financial-reserves

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