Information for the third sector
Policy & Consultations
Our Policy & Consultations Officer, Alasdair, works jointly with ACVO and Aberdeenshire Voluntary Action to interpret public sector policies and run consultations for the third sector.
About our Policy & Consultation Work
A major part of ACVO’s role is to give the third sector in Aberdeen a strong voice and to act as a source of knowledge for our communities of place and people.Â
Public sector policy has a huge influence on the work of the third sector. Our Policy & Consultations Officer works across a broad range of issues to understand the implications of new policies and regulations and to make sure our sector is informed. Â
It is increasingly important that the voice of the third sector is included in the setting of new policies and ideas at a local and national level.Â
Alasdair also works to provide opportunities for the third sector to contribute to consultations and enquiries and to ensure we have a seat at the table when decisions are being made that affect our work.
Policy & Consultations Updates
Alasdair Ross writes on all things policy related and looks closely at how decisions impact the third sector in Aberdeen in order to keep you informed and aware of ongoing changes and developments.
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Results of ACVO’s Third Sector Consultation on Aberdeen City Council Budget Proposals
31 representatives of 26 organisations from across the city had their say and asked ACVO to present a summary of their views for consideration by elected members, council officials, and the public. Promoting the voice of the third sector is one of ACVO’s Scottish Government funded objectives.
Updates to charity law in Scotland
The aim of the new law is to enhance transparency and accountability among charities and their trustees in order to foster public confidence in Scotland's charity sector. While many of OSCR's current powers will remain unchanged, the 'charity test,' the role of charity trustees, and other aspects relating to the transparency of information will be strengthened.
Is it time to start closing our food banks?
"I believe the time has come for us to accept we need a new way to help people experiencing hardship and financial crises in our city" writes Alasdair Ross, Policy & Consultations Officer at ACVO TSI. Firstly let me say that the huge amount of work done by food...
New Aberdeen City Council budget protocol to give residents more influence over the city’s spending priorities.
We all know that Local Government spending is under severe pressure, and this was no more keenly felt in our sector than when this year’s local council budgets were set back in March. We knew that organisations and communities would be facing cuts, however...
National Performance Framework ReviewÂ
Scotland's National Performance Framework is a set of indicators and targets designed to measure the country's progress towards achieving long-term goals. Set by the Scottish Government, these goals include creating a fair and prosperous society, promoting...
New criteria for public sector grantsÂ
Starting this summer, many third sector organisations will have to pay the real Living Wage in order to receive public money for their work. The Scottish Government have announced that, from 1 July, those applying for financial assistance from the public...
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Consultations Currently Open
Help to influence policy and decision making by giving your feedback on local and national consultations.Â
If you are running a consultation on issues which impact Aberdeen’s third sector or those which involve, or are of interest to, the wider community within the city, you can list details on this page. Click the button below to complete the submission form.Â
More support
Funding
Get support with finding sources of funding, application processes and apply for Scottish Government Funds distributed by ACVO
Volunteering
Find out how to support volunteering within your organisation and advertise your opportunities
Finance
Discover ACVO’s finance services and support, priced at competitive rates for the third sector
Governance
Well-governed organisations will always find it easier to convince funders to give them money, as well as being more effective at whatever they do.
Want to keep up with the latest from Aberdeen’s third sector?