Duncan Thorp: we’re campaigning for an economy where everyone receives their fair share of economic prosperity

Sponsored content: The Institute for Voluntary Action Research (IVAR) have launched ‘Listening and Learning Together – the IVAR podcast’.

For five years I’ve had the privilege to help tell the stories of Citizens Advice in Scotland. As I prepare to move on to a new role, I’ve been reflecting on the stories that will stay with me.

The new first minister has stated that one of his top priorities is eliminating child poverty. This is certainly a central aim on the journey towards a practical, real-world, wellbeing economy that impacts our daily lives

VASLan chief executive Steven Sweeney and SCVO head of policy and research Kirsten Hogg reflect on the connections between #EssentialSector and #KeepTheBeatAlive  

Derek Mitchell on why the Home Office must think again on plans to levy registration fees to provide immigration advice

Political upheaval can’t detract from the sector’s needs

Partner content: Emily Berry, partnership manager at Utility Aid, talks about the support it is providing to village and community halls across the country

Debbie Shields, director at Aspen People, reflects on the benefits of partnership working and why she chose to extend her support to SCVO

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