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
‘You just see the prices go up…’: Families’ experiences of in-work poverty in Scotland and implications for children’s human rights
This policy briefing presents key findings and offers recommendations to policymakers at the mid-point of a three-year action research project on in-work poverty and the hospitality sector – with a particular focus on children and families. This briefing outlines initial considerations towards a comprehensive Scottish policy landscape which delivers children’s rights and tackles child poverty … Read more
Blog: Fair taxes build better budgets. Better budgets build a better future.
David Eyre,Communications Officer, Poverty Alliance Imagine blowing up a balloon. You puff and puff and puff and eventually tie it off. It’s about the size of your head and you’re very happy with it. But your friend comes along, and they have a balloon too. Except theirs is about twice the size of yours. It’s … Read more
News: Poverty campaigners on ‘cynical’ PM – ‘A sick society makes sick people’
Responding to a speech by the Prime Minister today, Poverty Alliance director Peter Kelly said: “With his speech today, Rishi Sunak is attempting to whip up fear, stigma and division in order to win votes. That’s deeply cynical. “He and other political leaders have repeatedly failed to unlock this country’s vast wealth to strengthen our … Read more
News: Broken climate pledges undermine trust in democracy and will hit poorest hardest
Responding to an announcement by the Scottish Government on its climate emission targets, Peter Kelly, Director of The Poverty Alliance, said: “Democracy relies on political leaders keeping their promises to the people. Today’s announcement will undermine trust in the Scottish Government, and we call on all MSPs to carry out their duty to hold ministers … Read more
Blog: The Human Rights Bill: What’s important for people with lived experience of poverty in Scotland?
Lydia Murphy, Development Officer, The Poverty Alliance Clilck here to find out more about the Rights In Action project! The Scottish Government recently consulted on a new Human Rights Bill. To ensure the views of people with experience of poverty were reflected in our response the Poverty Alliance facilitated a workshop exploring some of key … Read more
Briefing: The Fair Fares Review
In our wealthy nation, it is unjust that so many people do not have adequate incomes for a dignified life. Reform to our public transport systems is therefore an integral part of tackling poverty. Accessible, affordable and sustainable public transport has transformative potential. It is a lever to easing the financial pressures on low-income households … Read more
News: Poverty numbers show urgent need to raise social investment
Download audio from here. Responding to today’s statistics on Poverty and Income Inequality in Scotland, Ruth Boyle, Policy & Campaigns Manager at The Poverty Alliance, said: “People in Scotland want a society where we look out for each other and end the injustice of poverty. We can achieve that, but only if we turn those values … Read more
Guest blog: Cash-first but not ‘cash-only’ when tackling poverty
Graeme Robbie,Senior Development Manager,CFINE Community Food Initiatives North East Clilck here to support find more about Cfine’s work! The reality of deep, pernicious, and increasing poverty in a seemingly rich country like ours is a damning indictment of the socio-economic age we live in. For those of us who try to draw attention to the … Read more
Guest blog: The link between mental health and personal debt
Sarah-Jayne Dunn,Policy Manager for the Financial Health Team,Citizens Advice Scotland. Clilck here for more information about the Stressed About Debt campaign! The Citizens Advice network across Scotland has launched our latest campaign. Stressed About Debt? aims to encourage people who are worried and anxious about their bills to seek advice. Over the last few years the … Read more
Briefing: Parental employment and child poverty
There’s a huge injustice at the heart of Scotland’s labour market. That’s demonstrated by the fact that two-thirds of children in poverty live in working households. Tackling child poverty means tackling parent poverty, and that means building a wellbeing economy where people have access to fair work with decent wages. In our briefing for MSPs … Read more
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