News
This page is a dedicated source for the latest news and insights from the third sector in Argyll and Bute. Here, we bring together updates, achievements, and developments that matter to charities, voluntary organisations, and social enterprises across Argyll and Bute. Stay informed with the most current stories, resources, and opportunities, all designed to support and enhance the invaluable work being done across our region. If you are a member of the TSI you can add your own news through logging in and accessing the member’s area.
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UK Finance – Voluntary Organisation Banking Guide
Opening a bank account is an important step for any voluntary organisation. This digital guide simplifies the process, by giving...
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UNCRC Innovations Project
The UNCRC Implementation Group were given a grant by the Scottish Government UNCRC Innovations Fund and have, for the last...
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Aspiring Places: helping raise awareness of community projects
In spring 2025, Argyll and Bute Council will launch ‘Aspiring Places – Community Projects in Argyll and Bute’. This is...
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Argyll and Bute Visitor Levy consultation
The Scottish Government’s visitor levy legislation (Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act) allows a charge to be introduced on overnight stays in...
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Community Wealth Building in Scotland Survey
A Community Wealth Building in Scotland Survey has been launched by Rural Exchange. Rural Exchange research on Community Wealth Building...
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Budget consultation 2025/26
The council services we all use need funding. With a budget gap of £27 million over the next five years,...
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Art of Hosting in Argyll and Bute: 2025 New Year’s Update
Introduction As we enter 2025, we reflect on the progress we’ve made and look ahead to the opportunities that lie...
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2024 was a tough year – but there are signs of change!
As 2024 comes to a close I know many social enterprises, third sector organisations and community groups will be reflecting...
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Scottish Government Budget 2025-2026: A missed opportunity to fund the third sector fairly?
The 2025-2026 Scottish Government budget, published yesterday, was a great step forward in beginning the reinvestment process in our communities...
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Community action needs to be underpinned by sustainable and long term financial support
Ahead of today’s budget announcement by the Scottish Government (4th December 2024 at 3pm – watch the livestream) all TSIs...
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Social Enterprise Action 2024-2026
Scottish Government has launched the Social Enterprise Action Plan 2024-2026, a transformative strategy to strengthen Scotland’s social enterprise ecosystem. The...
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Learning opportunity!
For the first time in the third sector, Social Enterprise Academy are excited to be piloting a new programme ‘Leading...
