ASPA
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The Association of Scottish Public Affairs.
Public Affairs with integrity
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Reports suggest the government will remove the two-child benefit limit - a landmark step that could lift 350,000 children out of poverty. (1/2)
November 23, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Reports suggest the government will remove the two-child benefit limit - a landmark step that could lift 350,000 children out of poverty. (1/2)
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@ccpscotland.bsky.social is recruiting a Parliamentary Officer to help to position them with political stakeholders as a credible, solutions-focused strategic partner in the reform of social care tinyurl.com/ymhhhw3j £36,454 Edinburgh #charityjob
November 21, 2025 at 1:10 PM
@ccpscotland.bsky.social is recruiting a Parliamentary Officer to help to position them with political stakeholders as a credible, solutions-focused strategic partner in the reform of social care tinyurl.com/ymhhhw3j £36,454 Edinburgh #charityjob
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"No further burdens": charities make budget plea to chancellor ahead of #AutumnBudget
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@thirdforcenews.bsky.social @scvo.scot @ncvo.bsky.social @wcvacymru.bsky.social @nicva.org
"No further burdens": charities make budget plea to chancellor - TFN
Sector is already at breaking point with rising costs and diminishing funding
tfn.scot
November 25, 2025 at 1:57 PM
"No further burdens": charities make budget plea to chancellor ahead of #AutumnBudget
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@thirdforcenews.bsky.social @scvo.scot @ncvo.bsky.social @wcvacymru.bsky.social @nicva.org
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@thirdforcenews.bsky.social @scvo.scot @ncvo.bsky.social @wcvacymru.bsky.social @nicva.org
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A few days out from the UK Budget, a chance to reflect on the process. This is NOT normal. But we can and should improve the forecast process if we want increased public trust and transparency.
Read our analysis below:
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Read our analysis below:
buff.ly/jUliDtB
UK Budget Preview #4: This is not normal | FAI
As we approach the day of the UK Budget, it’s worth reflecting on just how unusual the process so far has been and what a better one might look like…
fraserofallander.org
November 21, 2025 at 3:29 PM
A few days out from the UK Budget, a chance to reflect on the process. This is NOT normal. But we can and should improve the forecast process if we want increased public trust and transparency.
Read our analysis below:
buff.ly/jUliDtB
Read our analysis below:
buff.ly/jUliDtB
ASPA members event, last few tickets remaining.
In discussion with Kezia Dugdale.
With the Holyrood election just eight months away, join us for this discussion about Scotland’s political landscape.
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In discussion with Kezia Dugdale.
With the Holyrood election just eight months away, join us for this discussion about Scotland’s political landscape.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/in-discuss...
In discussion with... Kezia Dugdale
Join Kezia for a look ahead to what the next 7 months may hold in store for Scottish politics.
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October 21, 2025 at 9:42 AM
ASPA members event, last few tickets remaining.
In discussion with Kezia Dugdale.
With the Holyrood election just eight months away, join us for this discussion about Scotland’s political landscape.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/in-discuss...
In discussion with Kezia Dugdale.
With the Holyrood election just eight months away, join us for this discussion about Scotland’s political landscape.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/in-discuss...
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Missed an event? Watch back our recent conversations on immigration, entrepreneurship, devolution, and health and social care - featuring leading voices exploring the issues shaping Scotland and the UK's future. Watch back now at www.enlighten.scot/events.
October 13, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Missed an event? Watch back our recent conversations on immigration, entrepreneurship, devolution, and health and social care - featuring leading voices exploring the issues shaping Scotland and the UK's future. Watch back now at www.enlighten.scot/events.
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📢We're recruiting for a Policy and Campaigns Manager (Maternity Cover)
📅 Closing date: Tuesday 4th November
Find out more details via the link:
www.povertyalliance.org/about-us/rec...
📅 Closing date: Tuesday 4th November
Find out more details via the link:
www.povertyalliance.org/about-us/rec...
October 20, 2025 at 9:30 AM
📢We're recruiting for a Policy and Campaigns Manager (Maternity Cover)
📅 Closing date: Tuesday 4th November
Find out more details via the link:
www.povertyalliance.org/about-us/rec...
📅 Closing date: Tuesday 4th November
Find out more details via the link:
www.povertyalliance.org/about-us/rec...
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There's still time to get your application in and join our team!
We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join us as our Communications and Engagement Lead. Could it be you?
Applications close at 23:00 on 26 October. Find out more and apply: www.weallscotland.org/vacancies
We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join us as our Communications and Engagement Lead. Could it be you?
Applications close at 23:00 on 26 October. Find out more and apply: www.weallscotland.org/vacancies
October 20, 2025 at 10:50 AM
There's still time to get your application in and join our team!
We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join us as our Communications and Engagement Lead. Could it be you?
Applications close at 23:00 on 26 October. Find out more and apply: www.weallscotland.org/vacancies
We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join us as our Communications and Engagement Lead. Could it be you?
Applications close at 23:00 on 26 October. Find out more and apply: www.weallscotland.org/vacancies
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In this week's update: the IMF has urged the UK to stick to two forecasts a year. But is that compatible with the incentives of Chancellors? Or if we want policy stability, do we have to make do with just one forecast?
Read more below:
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Read more below:
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Weekly update: the two-forecast conundrum | FAI
The IMF waded this week into a live debate in UK fiscal architecture, with Fiscal Affairs Department Director…
fraserofallander.org
October 17, 2025 at 12:52 PM
In this week's update: the IMF has urged the UK to stick to two forecasts a year. But is that compatible with the incentives of Chancellors? Or if we want policy stability, do we have to make do with just one forecast?
Read more below:
buff.ly/XFZvodu
Read more below:
buff.ly/XFZvodu
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📢 We are very close to finalising our agenda. We're hosting a range of panels, breakout sessions and keynotes speeches that will cover the key challenges facing Scotland today. If you'd like to attend, write to us to reserve your spot! Details⤵️
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www.ippr.org/events/ippr-...
IPPR Scotland: 10th Anniversary Conference | IPPR
Ten years ago, in the wake of the Scottish Independence referendum, there emerged a clear need for a think tank to support progressive policymaking and dee
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September 8, 2025 at 1:19 PM
📢 We are very close to finalising our agenda. We're hosting a range of panels, breakout sessions and keynotes speeches that will cover the key challenges facing Scotland today. If you'd like to attend, write to us to reserve your spot! Details⤵️
www.ippr.org/events/ippr-...
www.ippr.org/events/ippr-...
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Duncan Thorp of Social Enterprise Scotland on a series of thought-provoking webinars:
It’s time to make public policy less boring
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@duncanthorp.bsky.social
@socialenterprise.scot
#WellbeingEconomy
It’s time to make public policy less boring
buff.ly/CDbzxiF
@duncanthorp.bsky.social
@socialenterprise.scot
#WellbeingEconomy
It’s time to make public policy less boring - TFN
Duncan Thorp on a series of thought-provoking webinars
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June 12, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Duncan Thorp of Social Enterprise Scotland on a series of thought-provoking webinars:
It’s time to make public policy less boring
buff.ly/CDbzxiF
@duncanthorp.bsky.social
@socialenterprise.scot
#WellbeingEconomy
It’s time to make public policy less boring
buff.ly/CDbzxiF
@duncanthorp.bsky.social
@socialenterprise.scot
#WellbeingEconomy
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🎯The broad settlement for Scotland in today's Spending Review is welcome but not enough to meet its fiscal challenges.
👀All eyes should now be on the upcoming industrial strategy.
@stephenboydippr.bsky.social reacts ⤵️
Full statement on our website: www.ippr.org/media-office...
👀All eyes should now be on the upcoming industrial strategy.
@stephenboydippr.bsky.social reacts ⤵️
Full statement on our website: www.ippr.org/media-office...
June 11, 2025 at 2:30 PM
🎯The broad settlement for Scotland in today's Spending Review is welcome but not enough to meet its fiscal challenges.
👀All eyes should now be on the upcoming industrial strategy.
@stephenboydippr.bsky.social reacts ⤵️
Full statement on our website: www.ippr.org/media-office...
👀All eyes should now be on the upcoming industrial strategy.
@stephenboydippr.bsky.social reacts ⤵️
Full statement on our website: www.ippr.org/media-office...
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Podcast: Our take on the UK Government's spending review
Podcast: Our take on the UK Government’s spending review | FAI
In this episode we discuss yesterday’s spending review announcements by the UK Government. Ben Cooper, Economics Fellow, Fraser of Allander Institute, University of Strathclyde Mairi Spowage,…
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June 12, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Podcast: Our take on the UK Government's spending review
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Last week's #SpendingReview fell far short of what people need to build a life beyond poverty.
www.povertyalliance.org/news-spendin...
www.povertyalliance.org/news-spendin...
June 16, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Last week's #SpendingReview fell far short of what people need to build a life beyond poverty.
www.povertyalliance.org/news-spendin...
www.povertyalliance.org/news-spendin...
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📢 Just launched! Robin Cook Internship. A paid summer placement for S5/S6 pupils in Livingston constituency.
🌍 Work in Craigshill & Westminster
💼 Real Living Wage
📝 Apply: CV + essay “Livingston’s Place in the World”
📧 gregor.poynton.mp@parliament.uk
Please share!
🌍 Work in Craigshill & Westminster
💼 Real Living Wage
📝 Apply: CV + essay “Livingston’s Place in the World”
📧 gregor.poynton.mp@parliament.uk
Please share!
June 17, 2025 at 8:06 AM
📢 Just launched! Robin Cook Internship. A paid summer placement for S5/S6 pupils in Livingston constituency.
🌍 Work in Craigshill & Westminster
💼 Real Living Wage
📝 Apply: CV + essay “Livingston’s Place in the World”
📧 gregor.poynton.mp@parliament.uk
Please share!
🌍 Work in Craigshill & Westminster
💼 Real Living Wage
📝 Apply: CV + essay “Livingston’s Place in the World”
📧 gregor.poynton.mp@parliament.uk
Please share!
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Our Director @pjtheeconomist.bsky.social spoke to @maitlis.bsky.social about his fourteen years running the IFS and the big economic events that happened in his tenure.
Watch the interview in full here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2xl...
Watch the interview in full here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2xl...
Emily Maitlis interviews Paul Johnson: 14 years at the IFS
Emily Maitlis interviews Paul Johnson in Westminster on his time at the IFS and the big economic events that occurred over his tenure - austerity, Brexit and...
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June 17, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Our Director @pjtheeconomist.bsky.social spoke to @maitlis.bsky.social about his fourteen years running the IFS and the big economic events that happened in his tenure.
Watch the interview in full here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2xl...
Watch the interview in full here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2xl...
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🌟 We’re hiring! 🌟
Join us as an Executive Assistant to our Director and play a key role at the heart of our leadership team.
If you're organised, unflappable and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to help tackle the #HousingEmergency.
Apply now 📝 shelterscotland.org/2482bd
Join us as an Executive Assistant to our Director and play a key role at the heart of our leadership team.
If you're organised, unflappable and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to help tackle the #HousingEmergency.
Apply now 📝 shelterscotland.org/2482bd
June 17, 2025 at 11:07 AM
🌟 We’re hiring! 🌟
Join us as an Executive Assistant to our Director and play a key role at the heart of our leadership team.
If you're organised, unflappable and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to help tackle the #HousingEmergency.
Apply now 📝 shelterscotland.org/2482bd
Join us as an Executive Assistant to our Director and play a key role at the heart of our leadership team.
If you're organised, unflappable and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to help tackle the #HousingEmergency.
Apply now 📝 shelterscotland.org/2482bd
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Last chance to apply to join us as a Communications Assistant!
We're looking someone hardworking, engaged and wanting to kickstart a career in communications for a 12-month fixed term contract.
➡️ Apply by 11:59pm Sunday 22 June here: app.beapplied.com/apply/gx8z4e...
We're looking someone hardworking, engaged and wanting to kickstart a career in communications for a 12-month fixed term contract.
➡️ Apply by 11:59pm Sunday 22 June here: app.beapplied.com/apply/gx8z4e...
June 18, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Last chance to apply to join us as a Communications Assistant!
We're looking someone hardworking, engaged and wanting to kickstart a career in communications for a 12-month fixed term contract.
➡️ Apply by 11:59pm Sunday 22 June here: app.beapplied.com/apply/gx8z4e...
We're looking someone hardworking, engaged and wanting to kickstart a career in communications for a 12-month fixed term contract.
➡️ Apply by 11:59pm Sunday 22 June here: app.beapplied.com/apply/gx8z4e...
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Listen to our director @chrisdeerin.bsky.social chatting to @andrewlearmonth.bsky.social on the The Herald Scotland Unspun podcast about why we changed our name.
Link here: open.spotify.com/episode/6uOD...
Link here: open.spotify.com/episode/6uOD...
May 20, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Listen to our director @chrisdeerin.bsky.social chatting to @andrewlearmonth.bsky.social on the The Herald Scotland Unspun podcast about why we changed our name.
Link here: open.spotify.com/episode/6uOD...
Link here: open.spotify.com/episode/6uOD...
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Missed ‘The Rise of the Political Party Reform UK’?
Catch up on the highlights below.
Chaired by @chrisdeerin.bsky.social, with @markdiffley1.bsky.social, @ailsahenderson.bsky.social and @robfordmancs.bsky.social.
A fresh perspective on Reform UK's growing influence.
youtu.be/MyqPZMfdBwE?...
Catch up on the highlights below.
Chaired by @chrisdeerin.bsky.social, with @markdiffley1.bsky.social, @ailsahenderson.bsky.social and @robfordmancs.bsky.social.
A fresh perspective on Reform UK's growing influence.
youtu.be/MyqPZMfdBwE?...
The Rise of the Political Party Reform UK - Shortened Highlights
YouTube video by ReformScotland
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May 13, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Missed ‘The Rise of the Political Party Reform UK’?
Catch up on the highlights below.
Chaired by @chrisdeerin.bsky.social, with @markdiffley1.bsky.social, @ailsahenderson.bsky.social and @robfordmancs.bsky.social.
A fresh perspective on Reform UK's growing influence.
youtu.be/MyqPZMfdBwE?...
Catch up on the highlights below.
Chaired by @chrisdeerin.bsky.social, with @markdiffley1.bsky.social, @ailsahenderson.bsky.social and @robfordmancs.bsky.social.
A fresh perspective on Reform UK's growing influence.
youtu.be/MyqPZMfdBwE?...
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Our Campaigns Officer @alysonlaird looks back at @cpw_scotland in 2024, and talks about what we're planning for #ChallengePoverty 2025 this October. Join us!
Blog: We should never stop challenging the injustice of poverty - The Poverty Alliance
Alyson Laird, Campaigns Officer, The Poverty Alliance Click here to speak with Alyson about CPW25! Moving into the Spring is a perfect time to reflect on what's come before and to start thinking…
www.povertyalliance.org
May 13, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Our Campaigns Officer @alysonlaird looks back at @cpw_scotland in 2024, and talks about what we're planning for #ChallengePoverty 2025 this October. Join us!
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🙋Do you want to join our team?
🧑💻We are looking for a Digital Content and Engagement Officer to help us win campaigns and grow a movement for positive change.
💷4 days/ week hybrid role - £35,000 per year FTE
👉 More info & how to apply foe.scot/jobs
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🧑💻We are looking for a Digital Content and Engagement Officer to help us win campaigns and grow a movement for positive change.
💷4 days/ week hybrid role - £35,000 per year FTE
👉 More info & how to apply foe.scot/jobs
🙏Please share this advert
#jobs
May 8, 2025 at 8:39 AM
🙋Do you want to join our team?
🧑💻We are looking for a Digital Content and Engagement Officer to help us win campaigns and grow a movement for positive change.
💷4 days/ week hybrid role - £35,000 per year FTE
👉 More info & how to apply foe.scot/jobs
🙏Please share this advert
#jobs
🧑💻We are looking for a Digital Content and Engagement Officer to help us win campaigns and grow a movement for positive change.
💷4 days/ week hybrid role - £35,000 per year FTE
👉 More info & how to apply foe.scot/jobs
🙏Please share this advert
#jobs
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Great to see @ariadnevromen.bsky.social on the cover of @scotsman.com discussing what the UK and Scotland can learn from Australia's recent election.
Listen to more analysis with Prof. Vromen on our latest #UofGSpotlight episode: uofgspotlight.com 🎧
📰Read more: www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Listen to more analysis with Prof. Vromen on our latest #UofGSpotlight episode: uofgspotlight.com 🎧
📰Read more: www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
May 12, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Great to see @ariadnevromen.bsky.social on the cover of @scotsman.com discussing what the UK and Scotland can learn from Australia's recent election.
Listen to more analysis with Prof. Vromen on our latest #UofGSpotlight episode: uofgspotlight.com 🎧
📰Read more: www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Listen to more analysis with Prof. Vromen on our latest #UofGSpotlight episode: uofgspotlight.com 🎧
📰Read more: www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
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We've launched our 4th Reverse Mentoring Programme with the Taylor Bennett Foundation.
The scheme pairs 20 senior leaders with BAME PR pros for 10 months to give PR leaders a chance to drive change by hearing first-hand experiences from underrepresented voices.
Find out more: bit.ly/3ES8CGF
The scheme pairs 20 senior leaders with BAME PR pros for 10 months to give PR leaders a chance to drive change by hearing first-hand experiences from underrepresented voices.
Find out more: bit.ly/3ES8CGF
May 14, 2025 at 8:32 AM
We've launched our 4th Reverse Mentoring Programme with the Taylor Bennett Foundation.
The scheme pairs 20 senior leaders with BAME PR pros for 10 months to give PR leaders a chance to drive change by hearing first-hand experiences from underrepresented voices.
Find out more: bit.ly/3ES8CGF
The scheme pairs 20 senior leaders with BAME PR pros for 10 months to give PR leaders a chance to drive change by hearing first-hand experiences from underrepresented voices.
Find out more: bit.ly/3ES8CGF
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We need new Commissioners on our board. Can you explain the risks and pressures facing the Scottish budget simply? Could you be responsible for our independent reports? You can find out more about these roles at: bit.ly/4dh1SyL
Applications close 10 June at 12:00 ⏳
Applications close 10 June at 12:00 ⏳
May 14, 2025 at 9:10 AM
We need new Commissioners on our board. Can you explain the risks and pressures facing the Scottish budget simply? Could you be responsible for our independent reports? You can find out more about these roles at: bit.ly/4dh1SyL
Applications close 10 June at 12:00 ⏳
Applications close 10 June at 12:00 ⏳