Use the evidence

A new report from the Carnegie UK Trust and the Alliance for Useful Evidence says that Scotland has an opportunity to become a global expert on how to deliver participative public services that focus on real quality of life improvements. Read more…

Video:Participatory Budgeting in Edinburgh

In Edinburgh, PB has been implemented since 2010. This video shows how it can offer benefits in increasing community participation, improving the effectiveness of public spending and promoting greater community cohesion.

Addressing Dyslexia Toolkit

The Addressing Dyslexia toolkit was re-launched this week. The first of three free online training modules is now available.  Modules 2 and 3 will be published in June 2017.    

Universal Credit & you

A new guide for people claiming Universal Credit has been published, it explains:

• Universal Credit full service and live service
• your responsibilities while claiming Universal Credit
• sanctions you could face if you don’t meet your responsibilities
• how, when and where Universal Credit is paid
• how you can be better off in work
• help to become self-employed
• help with childcare costs
• help with housing costs

Read more…

Being a charity in Scotland

The Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) has launched a new booklet which attempts to make the basics of Scottish charity law easier to understand. Being a Charity in Scotland is available online on the OSCR website. Read more…

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