Latest news
New Dyslexia Scotland report published
Towards a dyslexia-friendly Scotland? reveals the findings of a survey of over 1400 dyslexic adults that was launched during Dyslexia Awareness week in the Scottish Parliament.
The report highlights the stark inequalities that young people and adults with dyslexia in Scotland experience - and outlines practical recommendations to foster a more inclusive environment for people with dyslexia in life, learning and work.
You can download the report by visiting https://dyslexiascotland.org.uk/report/.
You can also order a free hard copy here (you just pay postage).
Read more at Dyslexia Scotland’s news page: New report highlights need for early identification of dyslexia
Funding for trade union learning
Support for workplace learning and promoting fair work
Reaffirming the Scottish Government’s commitment to advancing Fair Work and tackling inequalities, First Minister John Swinney has announced a continued funding package to support trade unions in developing, organising, and delivering work-related learning in Scotland’s workplaces in 2024/25.
The funding is managed by the Scottish Trade Union Congress (STUC) and will be split between the Scottish Union Learning and the Fair Work in Action Funds.
Launch of new Debt Advice Handbook for Scotland
Money Advice Scotland, Citizens Advice Scotland and the Child Poverty Action Group in Scotland have launched the first edition of a new Debt Advice Handbook for Scotland.
Click here to access the free online version of the Handbook.
2023-24 Annual Report now published
The Annual Report showcases some of the important work carried out by unions, reps and learners over the year. Click on the image to view the report.
Previous reports can be viewed in our Resources Page.
Money Advice Scotland Free Sessions - November
Money Advice Scotland’s latest events schedule
All sessions are free of charge. Click on the links below for more details and to book.
If you would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the Money Advice Scotland team.
- Wellbeing Workshop: Stress Management - Monday, 11 November, 1.30pm-3:30pm
- Careers Week Webinar: The World of Work - Tuesday 12 November, 1pm-2pm
- Wellbeing Workshop: A Practical Guide to Managing Team Wellbeing - Thursday, 14 November, 10am-12pm
- Wellbeing Webinar: 12 Scams of Christmas - Thursday, 14 November, 2pm-3pm
- Train the Trainer: An Introduction to Financial Wellbeing - Thursday, 21 November, 1pm-2pm
- Wellbeing Workshop: Stress Management - Monday, 25 November, 10am-12pm
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