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
News: New report uncovers Roma people’s housing challenges
Read the report here! New research has uncovered how Roma people in the Govanhill area of Glasgow are being denied their right to adequate housing. Community researchers from the Roma rights group Romano Lav asked local people to record their experiences of housing in the area. Some of those taking part reported shocking conditions including … Read more
Research: Rights to Housing and the Environment – Experiences of the Roma Community in Govanhill
The Roma communities in Govanhill, Glasgow, face significant challenges to attaining their right to adequate housing. This report – part of the Rights in Action project – presents findings from a participatory action research project by Romano Lav in partnership with the Poverty Alliance which explored Roma people’s experiences of social and private housing, awareness … Read more
Blog: What stops people in poverty realising their human rights?
Lydia Murphy, Development Officer, The Poverty Alliance Click here to read the briefing Human rights are not just abstract ideals; they are standards for our governments, intended to ensure that every person can live a life of dignity and respect. For many people in Scotland, especially those experiencing poverty, these rights remain out of reach … Read more
Briefing: Barriers to Living with Dignity – Insights from Rights in Action
Over the past two years – as part of our Rights in Action project – The Poverty Alliance has delivered 19 Know Your Rights workshops to 230 people. There were representatives from 118 Poverty Alliance member organisations as well as people with lived experience of poverty. People from across Scotland have taken part including from … Read more
News: Welcome for budget pledges on unjust two-child limit
Responding to today’s Scottish Government draft budget, Poverty Alliance chief executive Peter Kelly said: “The two-child limit is a huge injustice that has no place in a compassionate society – because every child matters and every child should get support they need. “We welcome the Scottish Government’s proposals today, and we hope that the UK … Read more
Guest blog: End Poverty Edinburgh helps me feel I can make a difference
Olena Bovdyr, End Poverty Edinburgh Hello, my name is Olena and I’m a member of End Poverty Edinburgh. I’m glad to be part of this group and feel like I can make a difference. I always feel responsible for my every proposal or thought, since our present and future depend on all of us. We … Read more
Guest blog: What can the census can tell us about deprivation and poor health?
Allison Catalano, The Scottish Health Equity Research Unit (SHERU) Find the report and other insights from SHERU here! Scotland in 2001 was remarkably different from Scotland in 2011. Between 2001 and 2011, the population grew by more than 200,000 people. Household incomes – adjusted for inflation – grew by nearly 20%. These years also marked … Read more
Report: Challenging rural poverty in Scotland
Despite Scotland’s great wealth, people in rural and island areas of the country have been hit hardest by the cost-of-living crisis. Too many people living in rural districts are held back by poverty, often facing added costs just to get by in comparison with people in urban areas. And, too often, anti-poverty policies don’t currently … Read more
Guest blog: We love where we live – but unjust added costs can push people into poverty in rural areas
Isobel Grahl,Member,Argyll & Bute Taking Actionon Rural Poverty Panel Click here to find out more about our Taking Action on Rural Poverty project. This great introduction was used by Izzy at the first ever Taking Action on Rural Poverty national event. Hello everyone, I am Izzy and I live in Lochgilphead, a small town in … Read more
Blog: MSPs can make action on poverty their Budget priority
Chloe Campbell,Policy and Parliamentary Officer,The Poverty Alliance Read our Scottish Budget 2025-26 Briefing here! We can build a fairer, greener Scotland, free from the injustice of poverty. But for that to happen, our political leaders must make a fundamental change in the way they look at our society. For far too long, we’ve been suffering … Read more
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