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...had something to look forward to, and we’re very grateful to enjoy a day without worrying about money. It was also great to meet other mums who are all in the same boat.” Children and families are at the heart of everything we do. We all...

...decide how I might leave anything I have left. Of course, for many people, there is little to no money. For others, there is only just enough to give a level of support to those they have left. But for others, there is that freedom to invest in...

...come to mind – hardworking, determined and resilient. “Despite external pressures, money worries and political frustrations, professionals working with and for children never stop trying to make our country a better place to grow...

... Struggling families need more money in their pockets 29 January 2019 SallyAnn Kelly, Chief Executive of Aberlour responds to Call 15 of our 25 Calls campaign. Call 15: Top up child benefit by £5 per week to loosen the grip of child...

...the fun, the passion, and something that keeps you enthusiastic, is worth so much more than the money. “The truth is, I still don’t know what I want to be when I grow up. And that is also okay.” Our membership offer Be part of the...

...benefits system roll-out, which saw lots of families sanctioned or waiting up to 12 weeks for any money to come through the door. It was the first time I had seen such a harsh change in the system, and it led to many families and individuals...

...things in their lives. Research has shown that 26% of 11–17-year-olds have spent their own money on gambling in the last 12 months and that 48% of young people 11-17 have participated in gambling at some point in their lives.  This harm is...

...people’s lives, more than a quarter of children (27%) said helping families struggling with money and having the basic things they need. Nearly one in five (18%) want children and young people’s mental health prioritised. Childhood health...

...suggesting that more and more parents are choosing to leave the workforce in an attempt to save money. According to research from Flexible Childcare Services Scotland (FCSS), more than a third of parents (36%) find it difficult to find preschool...

...that. Our prices are substantially lower than most other conferences and represent real value for money.  We are at the start of our journey to make the event more environmentally friendly and plan to develop this year-on-year. We feel that using...

...were also less likely to take part in clubs or activities out of school. Research from Aspire money in 2017 (click here for more) indicated that the average parent in Scotland spends £32 a month on their child’s main hobby. It’s a...

...but the funding isn’t always there. With the greatest respect, everything usually comes down to money – and women and children experiencing domestic abuse are not the priority. We don’t shout out loud enough about the number of women who are...

...30, I’d like to shine a spotlight on our wonderful organisation and hopefully raise a bit of money. In particular, I am interested in raising awareness of our membership service and our children and young people’s advisory group, Changing...

...big impact. What is the main focus of Tiny Changes? We started life as a small grant maker, giving money to individuals, groups and charities that came to us with an idea, but now we want to do more and we have just published our very first...

...with them the nature and purpose of influencer culture online, discussed how influencers make money and the effect their content can have on young consumers. Finally they decided whether influencers are responsible for negative online...

...as this means he’ll be able to get back to his drumming lessons which he’s missed so much. "money is just so tight I’ve been unable to pay for any lessons for him so this is very welcomed news... He’ll be over the moon and, like me, will...

...country slashing third sector budgets are worrying in the extreme. But I know there is no magic money tree. The major question we must ask ourselves is if we are making the right choices about when and where to cut. Many third sector...

...fund from the National Lottery Community Fund (the Trust closed in March 2022). It used the money to help drive transformational improvements in the lives of young people with care experience and individuals with dementia and those who care...

...to budgeting. If we're going to achieve the vision that we've got for UNCRC incorporation, money has to be spent in the right way. And we have to make sure we’re collecting data on which children have rights that are most at risk, where...

...took stock of the situation. It is important that we invest in the right things. We know that money is tight in all sectors and so we need to prioritise those actions that will have the biggest, sustainable impact. We are currently processing...

...the sector and as part of the End Child Poverty coalition, the difference investment of time, money and resources can make to low and no income families. Ultimately, we need to increase money in the pocket if we have any chance of meeting the...

...areas Children in Scotland strongly believes would be worthy of that investment of time, focus and money. Share this Our 13 calls for change at local level We've adapted calls from our 2021-26...

...needs in terms of supporting those affected by the crisis. The best way to help is to donate money. While it might feel tempting to collect goods, it is much easier to source these closer to the conflict, based on the actual needs at the...

...for a common cause or to help others. “National Lottery players can be proud to know that the money they raise is helping to support this vital work and to help communities thrive.” More details will be announced soon. Click here for more...

...of Covid, life has become so difficult. I feel ignored and forgotten about in life. We just lost money through benefits and reduction on pip. I don't know how they are expecting us to live anymore. It's so hard just getting through a day and with...

...residents and the environment. Empower our communities by giving people greater control over how money is invested in their community, at least double investment for local authorities to support the work of lifeline community organisations, and...

...that families in our community were failing and we knew that maybe we couldn’t give money but we could come together and give our best, give our time and give our wisdom to help, without blaming everyone.   Our focus was...

...more information about the Scottish Government's 'Get Into Summer' fund and where the money is going Click to visit the website Food, Families, Futures Find out more about our multi-award- winning project...

...prosperity and symbolising the power of destiny and traditionally recognised in the form of money or jewellery. I respectfully use the image of the cowrie, representative of the giver of life because of its resemblance to the female...

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...who can take the necessary legal steps to formalise your wishes for what happens to your money, property and possessions after your death.   Click here to visit the gov.uk website to find out more about the process of making a...

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... Issue 6 (autumn 2024) Published September 2024 Between external pressures, money worries and political frustrations, we know that our vibrant network of members are facing more challenges than ever before – and yet they never stop trying to...

...burden for many families, particularly those on low incomes, who may struggle to find extra money in the household budget. According to recent research from CPAG, parents across the UK typically need to find at least £39 per week for a...

...of shock, stigma and shame. One parent who took part in the research explained: “My money was stopped suddenly, which was a shock – can’t remember when but it was soon after she was taken. I didn’t know that would happen as no...

...setting, and release any extra capacity as flexible spaces. This model will help parents save money as they only pay for the spaces used, and will allow providers to maximise their occupancy and income through using all spaces available. Click...

...Scottish Government minister on the 1,140 hours policy, asking why parents weren't just given the money from that Fund to spend on childcare they needed when children were ages 0-5 so that going back to work after maternity leave wasn't so...

...encourage children to start budgeting early Posted 5 October, 2022 by Nina Joynson finances money Parents The Smart Start account has been launched by Bank of Scotland to encourage 11-15 year olds to save, after a survey finds that parents...

...has launched new educational materials to help schools to teach pupils about Pakistan and raise money towards relief work in the country. The new resources help to teach pupils about modern-day Pakistan and the country's history while...

...people Youth homelessness prevention programme, The money House, has been expanded to Scotland, opening up in Glasgow’s Hope Street. The award-winning programme, run by financial education...

...Can Reduce Single-Use Plastic and Save Our Planet. The book, aimed at 7-11 year olds, will raise money for BRITA's charity partner, Whale and Dolphin Conservation. The Whale Watchers, by Dougie Poynter, will be available from 7 July, 2022....

...if you are eligible and, if so, to apply for our Best Start Grant School Age Payment. “This money can be used for whatever your child needs and is one of the Scottish Government’s five family benefits, which are only available in...

...boost is in response to uncertainties caused by the pandemic and cost of living crisis. The money will be allocated to three projects, with a focus on helping those who are care experienced and those experiencing mental health issues. The...

...Scottish Greens Spokesperson Ross Greer commended the move, claiming the redistribution of money is more reflective of the scope and scale of poverty across the country. Full allocations for each local authority are expected to be...

...this winter The charity, which supports and empowers lone parents across Fife, will use the money raised to ensure that vulnerable families are supported during the cold winter months, and throughout the year. This includes providing crisis...

...parks across Scotland are due to be modernised with money from a £5 million fund which has been agreed between the Scottish Government and COSLA. Each of the 32 local authority areas will receive...

...Poppy, who said: “Without the £20 a week increase, I was having to budget but the money just wasn’t stretching to my bills. So for me, £20 a week is a lifeline. It buys Poppy’s packed lunches and her food for the week. “The...

...the hard part. It’s where things get messy, caught up in complex systems, bureaucracy, fatigue, money and capacity issues. But during this new beginning, with new parliamentarians in office at the start of a new parliamentary cycle, it is worth...