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Save the Children warns of devastating impact of aid cuts on children worldwide 
Both the US and UK Governments have announced swingeing cuts to overseas development funding.
NEWS 4 March 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Scottish Wildlife Trust purchases site bigger than Dundee after largest ever donation
The nature charity plans to restore wildlife and habitats on the site to help tackle the nature and climate crises.  
NEWS 3 March 2025 by Niall Christie
 
“Worst possible moment”: Scottish charity hits out at Starmer over aid cuts
Mary’s Meals funding will not be affected, but said there would “undoubtedly” be a knock-on effect on the communities they serve. 
NEWS 3 March 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Starmer appoints new minister after resignation over overseas aid cuts
Baroness Chapman of Darlington has been appointed Minister of International Development
NEWS 3 March 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Charity cinema workers celebrate successful boycott in solidarity with Palestinians
Unite Hospitality members at the Glasgow Film Theatre have reached an agreement with the organisation. 
NEWS 3 March 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Toxic workplace culture is driving staff out of the third sector, new survey reveals
Work carried out by Charity Job Finder paints a bleak picture. 
NEWS 3 March 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Council cuts grant to charity arts venue by 10%
The DCA in Dundee has said programmes may face cuts. 
NEWS 28 February 2025 by Niall Christie
 
NGOs back former Labour chair after ministerial resignation over aid cuts
Bond put out a statement in support of Anneliese Dodds. 
NEWS 28 February 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Former Labour chair quits as international development minister over aid cuts
Anneliese Dodds has resigned following the Labour government’s slashing of overseas budgets 
NEWS 28 February 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Workers launch boycott at charity-run theatre
Union members are participating in a groundbreaking service boycott by refusing to handle Coca-Cola products.
NEWS 28 February 2025 by Niall Christie
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