Guidance for charities ahead of Scottish Parliament election
/Today marks 50 days until the Scottish Parliament election takes place on Thursday 7 May 2026.
Read MoreToday marks 50 days until the Scottish Parliament election takes place on Thursday 7 May 2026.
Read MoreDate: Monday 23rd March 2026, 10am - 1pm
Location: Atlantic Quay, Glasgow (further details will be provided)
This event follows a series of online discussions which have explored the different theme of the action plan, some of which you may have attended.
This in-person session is designed to pull together these discussions and explore the actions we can undertake as part of the co-creation process but also look ahead across the five years of the plan.
Please note that spaces at this event will be limited. Please hold the date in your diary and we will confirm you have a place by close-of-play Wednesday 18th March 2026.
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Read MoreFacilitation sits at the core of supporting people to take action on the issues important to them and is a key part of how good community development happens.
Read MoreRegister your interest in attending a further Open Government Scotland feedback session.
At this online event you will hear what has happened with your input so far, what is planned, and where there will be an opportunity for you to share your feedback on the process.
Further details will shared in due course.
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