The Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities will meet on the 21st February. This meeting will be a hybrid meeting, with limited spaces available in person in the Scottish Parliament. The speakers for this CPG meeting will be: Rosie Seaman, Data Sourcing Manager and Layla Robinson Partnership and … [Read more...] about Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities February 2024 Meeting
Christine’s Blog: A seasonal message from New VHS Chair
At this time of year, enter any charity office and you are likely to be knee-deep in parcels and wading through a sea of tinsel. Gifts are constantly being donated – books, toys, bikes, clothes, and perhaps more than ever this year, food and vouchers. You name it and someone, somewhere, is probably … [Read more...] about Christine’s Blog: A seasonal message from New VHS Chair
Annette’s Blog: Fit for Purpose
On the 28th of September the Age Action Group launched their report - Fit for Purpose: Inclusive Housing and Social Care for Older LGBT+ People. Over 30 people from voluntary organisations, local governments, civil servants, and journalists attended the launch of the research report. The launch and … [Read more...] about Annette’s Blog: Fit for Purpose
Funding guaranteed to sustain Glasgow City’s community link worker programme
The Scottish Government has committed to providing the Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership with up to £1.2m for 2024-25 to sustain community link worker capacity in Glasgow. This follows concerns raised about cuts to services from April 2024. The funding fills a gap that the partnership … [Read more...] about Funding guaranteed to sustain Glasgow City’s community link worker programme
Shaping the Future of our Health and Healthcare: the VHS Big Debate and AGM
A warm invitation to all our member organisations. Join us for this year’s AGM event on 30th November, with a St Andrew's Day themed lunch to celebrate our National Day in Scotland and the chance to renew old acquaintances and build new ones. New for our AGM programme this year is the VHS Big … [Read more...] about Shaping the Future of our Health and Healthcare: the VHS Big Debate and AGM
Rob’s blog: Reflecting on My Journey as a Voluntary Health Scotland Trustee
As my tenure as a Trustee and Chair of Voluntary Health Scotland comes to a close after six wonderful years, it's a moment of reflection and introspection on the remarkable journey I've had with an organisation I am passionate about. Serving on the board of Voluntary Health Scotland has been a … [Read more...] about Rob’s blog: Reflecting on My Journey as a Voluntary Health Scotland Trustee
Public Sector Equality Duty Review Update
In a recent letter addressed to colleagues, including VHS, Emma Roddick MSP, the Minister for Equalities, Migration, and Refugees in Scotland, provided an update on the ongoing review of the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED) by the Scottish Government. The PSED is a crucial aspect of Scotland's … [Read more...] about Public Sector Equality Duty Review Update