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The voice of Scotland’s vibrant voluntary sector

Published by Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

April 2025

Introduction to welfare rights

CPAG in Scotland
This is essential training if you are starting out as a welfare rights adviser in Scotland or need a good understanding of the benefits system. It introduces you to the social security system and gives you a...
May 2025

Students and benefits - the basics

CPAG in Scotland
This course provides a basic overview of social security benefits, and which further and higher education students in Scotland might be able to claim them. The course covers:A brief overview of social security...

Preparing an appeal submission - adult disability payment

CPAG in Scotland
This course equips you with the knowledge and skills you need to prepare an effective submission. Using case studies, discussion and practice, you will gain confidence in making a good case for clients whose...

Kinship carers and benefits - an update

CPAG in Scotland
Make sure you are up to date with how recent benefit changes and current issues impact on kinship carers. This course is for advisers with a good working knowledge of the benefits system as it applies to...

Studntns and benefits - an update

CPAG in Scotland
Make sure you know how recent benefit changes are likely to affect students. This course is for advisers with a good working knowledge of the benefits system as it applies to students, and mainly updates...
June 2025

Scotland Welfare rights Conference

CPAG in Scotland
Our annual face to face conference returns to the University of Strathclyde's Technology and Innovation Centre, Glasgow, on Thursday 19 June 2025. About the conference:CPAG in Scotland’s annual Welfare...
19 June University of Strathclyde's Technology and Innovation Centre Social justice & poverty