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Key Points: Scottish Pre-Budget Scrutiny 2026–27 1. Strategic Financial Planning & Fiscal Pressures 2. Delays to Fiscal Events & Publications 3. Medium & Long-Term Outlook 4. Strategic Planning Documents (MTFS & FSDP) 5. Long-Term & Futures Planning 6. Public Spending & Prioritisation 7. Social Security Spending 8. Universality vs Targeting 9. Public Service Reform & […]
Scotland Faces £2.6bn Fiscal Gap Read More »
HMRC has paused its crackdown on child benefit overpayments after discovering a major data error. Around 23,500 families were wrongly flagged as owing money due to incorrect income data. The error stemmed from mismatched information between HMRC and the Department for Work and Pensions systems. HMRC has halted recovery actions and apologised to affected families.
Crackdown on child benefit overpayments paused due to major data error. Read More »
Stigma in the UK social security system is more than a matter of hurt feelings, it has deep and measurable consequences for individuals, communities, and the system itself. It can push people to delay or avoid claiming the support they are entitled to, worsening financial hardship, fuelling debt, and undermining health and wellbeing. For government
Stigma in the system: Experiences of the UK social security system Read More »
Scotland is facing a housing emergency. With more people than ever living in temporary accommodation and increasing pressure on frontline services, it’s vital that staff working in the sector have the tools and confidence to respond effectively. If your team works in housing, homelessness, housing support, or even in a housing adjacent role, our upcoming
Upcoming Shelter Scotland Training Read More »
