Scottish Campaign on Rights to Social Security

The Scottish Campaign on Rights to Social Security (SCoRSS) is a coalition of over 40 key NGOs, faith groups and unions as well as individuals from across Scotland who want to see a fairer social security system.

Our Principles for Change sets out the five principles we believe need to be at the heart of our social security system.

Any interested organisation or individual is welcome to join. Membership is free and simply involves confirming that you agree with the five principles. members are welcome to get involved in the campaign steering group if they have the time and resources to do so.

To join the campaign please contact:

Ruth Boyle, Campaigns & Policy Manager
ruth.boyle@povertyalliance.org
Tel: 0141 353 0440

Consultancy Invitation: Evaluation of Taking Action on Rural Poverty Project

By David Eyre | October 2, 2024

We are inviting qualified consultants to submit Expression of Interests for the provision of an evaluation of our Taking Action on Rural Poverty (TARP) project. You can read the invitation below, or download it from here. For more information, please email david.reilly@povertyalliance.org.  FacebookTweetLinkedIn

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Briefing – Programme for Govt debate on eradicating child poverty

By David Eyre | September 5, 2024

With the eradication of child poverty the single most important policy objective of the current Scottish Government, its feature as the central ambition of the 2024/25 Programme for Government is to be welcomed. Stretching poverty targets require bold action, and the time for action is now. The Government’s ambitious commitment must be matched with a … Read more

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News – Warm words must lead to urgent action on poverty

By David Eyre | September 4, 2024

Poverty Alliance Policy & Campaigns Manager Ruth Boyle Reacting to today’s Programme for Government, Poverty Alliance chief executive Peter Kelly said: “It’s good that the First Minister talked about his strong commitment to ending the injustice of child poverty in our wealthy nation. But before today’s Programme for Government more than 100 of our members … Read more

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News: Scottish Government must use tax and investment to fix gaping holes in Scottish society

By David Eyre | September 3, 2024

Responding to today’s statement by Scottish Government Finance Secretary Shona Robison, Poverty Alliance chief executive Peter Kelly said: “People in Scotland believe in justice and compassion. They know that we need a strong social foundation so we can look out for each other and help people build a life beyond the injustice of poverty. “But … Read more

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Briefing: What next for human rights in Scotland?

By David Eyre | September 3, 2024

At Poverty Alliance, we understand that poverty is a human rights issue. The Scottish Government’s commitment to introducing a Human Rights Bill for Scotland has been welcomed by our membership. We believe it is essential that the Scottish Government take forward these high-profile commitments to ensure that duty bearers work proactively to realise all of … Read more

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Blog: What next for human rights in Scotland?

By David Eyre | August 30, 2024

Lydia Murphy, Development Officer, The Poverty Alliance Read Lydia’s briefing here! Poverty is a human rights issue, so the Scottish Government’s commitment to a Human Rights Bill for Scotland has been welcomed by our membership. It will be a big step forward in creating a Scotland where no one is left behind and where our … Read more

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News: Prime Minister can invest today for a better society tomorrow

By David Eyre | August 27, 2024

Reacting to today’s speech by the Prime Minister, Poverty Alliance chief executive Peter Kelly said: “People in Scotland and across the UK want a just and compassionate society where everyone has security and freedom to build a decent life. They want politicians who will turn those values into concrete action. “The Prime Minister might be … Read more

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Guest blog: The need for a National Pensioner Poverty Strategy – could Scotland lead the way?

By David Eyre | August 21, 2024

Malcolm Sayers, Scotland Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer, Independent Age Read the Pensioner Poverty in Scotland report In a society as wealthy as ours, it is reasonable to believe we can choose to look after each other during the life events and stages which see us vulnerable to financial hardship.  Early parenthood, bereavement, the … Read more

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News: Scottish Government should keep freedom to travel promise

By David Eyre | August 19, 2024

Reacting to reports that the Scottish Government has reversed its plans to pilot extending concessionary bus travel to people in the asylum system, Poverty Alliance chief executive Peter Kelly said: “We all need the freedom to travel to where we need to go. Transport gives us access to the services, support, and social connections that … Read more

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Blog: Fair funding is a must in the fight against unjust poverty

By David Eyre | August 14, 2024

David Eyre, Communications Officer, The Poverty Alliance Read our consultation response here In Scotland, we’re lucky to have so many community and voluntary groups helping to protect people from the unjust effects of being pushed towards poverty, hunger, debt, and destitution. Without the work of the dedicated staff and volunteers in these organisations, Scotland would … Read more

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