Take Action This Stroke Prevention Day – 29 January
January 25, 2026
To mark Stroke Prevention Day on 29 January, Stroke Association is encouraging people to check their blood pressure and learn more about the steps we can all take to reduce…
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West Lothian 50+ Network celebrates volunteers at annual lunch
January 25, 2026
West Lothian 50+ Network today hosted its annual Volunteers Lunch at Bathgate Golf Club, bringing together volunteers from across West Lothian to recognise and thank those who sit at the…
Free Training Workshops – Scottish Community Mediation Centre (2026)
January 25, 2026
Scottish Community Mediation Centre has launched its 2026 training calendar, featuring a range of free workshops alongside its well-established courses in mediation, conflict resolution and restorative skills. The programme includes…
Companies House: Identity Verification for People with Significant Control (PSCs)
January 25, 2026
Companies House has introduced new identity verification requirements for People with Significant Control (PSCs) as part of changes to UK company law aimed at improving transparency and tackling economic crime.…
Online VAWG Prevention Resources – Lunchtime Learning for Practitioners
January 25, 2026
Do you work with young people, or have a role in supporting them online? Are you interested in making digital spaces safer? Practitioners are invited to take part in Young…
Community Learning and Development Workforce Survey – Now Open
January 25, 2026
The Community Learning and Development (CLD) Workforce Survey is now live, and we’re encouraging people across West Lothian to take part and help spread the word. Complete the survey here:…
PVG Regulated Roles Guidance – Key Updates
January 25, 2026
Disclosure Scotland has published updated Regulated Roles Guidance for the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme, introducing important clarifications to help organisations assess whether a role is regulated. A key change…
SCVO: Meet the Funder – Tesco Stronger Starts
January 25, 2026
Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is hosting an online Meet the Funder session with Tesco Stronger Starts, aimed at helping organisations understand the funding opportunities available through Tesco’s community programme.…
Bairdwatson Charitable Trust – Grants Programme Open
January 25, 2026
Bairdwatson Charitable Trust has opened its grants programme, offering funding of up to £20,000 to eligible organisations. The programme is managed by Foundation Scotland and supports organisations delivering employability support…
Refugee Festival Scotland – Small Grants Programme Open
January 25, 2026
Applications are now open for the Refugee Festival Scotland Small Grants Programme, supporting community-led events that celebrate and highlight the contribution refugee communities make to life in Scotland. The programme…
