Introduction This report presents the key findings from the eleventh wave of the Scottish third sector tracker, data for which was collected in September-October 2025. The Tracker collects panel data from Scottish third sector organisations to give current insights into the...

they can afford a cost-of-living salary increase for staff in April 2025; or whether they need to cut posts,Supporting between 8,000 and 12,000 people at any one time.,Every cut will impact on the number of people we can support, the quality of the support we provide,,and, also, those who work to deliver these much needed support services.,economy, and support people and communities across Scotland.

Introduction This paper presents the key findings from the ten wave of the Scottish third sector tracker, data for which was collected in February-March 2025. The Tracker collects panel data from Scottish third sector organisations to give current insights into the health of the...

SCVO’s policy network connects voluntary sector professionals in Scotland with an interest in policy and public affairs. Our members have access to a highly valued training and events programme and an online community space designed for collaboration and connection. The network is open to anyone in an SCVO member organisation either working in or with an interest in policy.  

inequalities to a rise in societal unrest. https://youtu.be/m5xpv8i9YIs Prompts for planning Sources of support,engagement and culture and inclusive recruitment Flexibility Works provides a range of free resources to support,flexible working For support around volunteering, contact Volunteer Scotland or your local volunteer,centre Goodmoves can support with recruitment of trustees and paid staff William Grant Foundation have,collated sources of support and information on wellbeing in the voluntary sector workforce Join us at

I welcome the support of your government in calling for the UK Government to meet the costs of the policy,As you will be aware, many voluntary organisations deliver essential services and support for people,For example: Four Square (Scotland) is a local Edinburgh charity supporting people who face homelessness,they can afford a cost of living salary increase for staff in April 2025; or whether they need to cut posts,, rehabilitates and releases wild animals, works in communities providing pet food and veterinary support

exclusively in relation to funding. https://youtu.be/haWM7rv92eo Prompts for planning Sources of support

If implemented, these would support a thriving voluntary sector, strong public services, and resilient,Our sector urgently needs Fair Funding and streamlined procurement processes to support the essential,The current and next Scottish Government, post-2026, must prioritise addressing this.,Economy and Fair Work Committee post-legislative scrutiny of the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014,: in 2024 the Scottish Parliament’s Economy and Fair Work Committee carried out post-legislative scrutiny

policies and legislation as discussed below https://youtu.be/OcKnKglRJjc Prompts for planning Sources of support,One to one support is also available with a Climate Development Officer The Growing Climate Confidence,can find details of your local hub on the Scottish Government website SCVO partner Utility Aid can support

digital technology as important to their work. https://youtu.be/WkfB_391Iqo Planning prompts Sources of support,AI SCVO’s guide to remote working contains information on digital tools, along with guidance on supporting,social enterprise that empowers third sector organisations to go digital The SCVO Comms Network is a supportive,resources on crisis planning and social media for voluntary organisations SCVO’s managed IT service can support