Inequality and its impact on people’s lives is not new. It is deep rooted and caused by our unfair and ineffective economic system. Nevertheless, recent global events and polictical decisions have been making things worse for many people in Britain. The rising cost of basic needs such as food, fuel, housing and clothing is pushing more households into poverty and financial hardship.

As has been the case during the Covid-19 pandemic, community organisations are at the front-line supporting people who are in difficulty, providing essentials such as food and warmth. While community organisations are completely right to provide this vital support, it shouldn’t be left to the community and voluntary sector to do this and drastic change is clearly needed at national as well as global levels to address poverty and inequality.

A range of vital services and sources of support are available in Scotland to help people during this cost-of-living crisis. In addition, there are organisations committed to campaigning and influencing change to tackle the roots of poverty and inequality.

Some organisations are providing comprehesive lists of these resources and support. Rather than dulplicate this, Communities Channel Scotland is linking to some of the key existing websites.

Please get in touch if you want to suggest any additional content or changes.


Support being provided at Burnbank Community Hub in South Lanarkshire