Voluntary Health Scotland

Earlier this week we sent an Open Letter to all MSPs urging them to prioritise health creation, health equity, and the right to health. So far, 5 MSPs have responded from a range of political parties. vhscotland.org.uk/movement-for-h…

Today we sent an open letter, signed by 79 VHS members, to all new and returning MSPs elected last week. The letter calls on MSPs to prioritise health creation and take action to address health inequalities. Read more here: vhscotland.org.uk/movement-for-h…

TFN is @scvotweet's magazine for the #VoluntarySector This month @VHSComms chair Christine Carlin meets veteran #Home-Start volunteer Angela Gowdy BEM who has devoted decades to improving the lives of babies and children Available to read and enjoy here: okt.to/5cCeAy

Congratulations to Scotland's new and returning MSPs! We look forward to engaging proactively in the weeks, months, and years to come. The future health of Scotland’s people is in our hands. Read more in our Manifesto for Health Creation: bit.ly/4wgSaW1

Election day is here, and it is your LAST CHANCE to sign our Movement for Health Creation Open Letter if you are a VHS member! Together our voices are stronger, sign up by 5pm today. vhscotland.org.uk/sign-our-open-…

TFN is @scvotweet's magazine for the #VoluntarySector This month @VHSComms chair Christine Carlin meets veteran #Home-Start volunteer Angela Gowdy BEM who has devoted decades to improving the lives of babies and children Available to read and enjoy here: okt.to/mg5rMt

In our latest blog, Policy and Public Affairs Lead, Sarah Latto, reflects on how the manifestos of Scotland’s six main political parties stack up against the VHS Manifesto for Health Creation. bit.ly/4cHz9mC

Check out our exciting upcoming events: ⚧️(IN)VISIBLE Gender and Health research launch - May 19th 1-2. 📊Accessing 2022 Scottish Census Data with @NatRecordsScot - May 26th 10-11.30. 📢Anti-Racism Guidance workshop with CEMVO - June 9th, 1-3.30. vhscotland.org.uk/events/

Yesterday we submitted our response to the @scotgov call for views on the National Performance Framework. We recommend an outcome focused on rights and equity, and wider consultation when developing the National Indicators. Read our full response here: bit.ly/4tvVcUi

The Scottish Parliament election is just 5 weeks away and yesterday we hosted a joint hustings event with @ALLIANCEScot featuring reps from all six of the main political parties. Find out what they said about health, prevention and the third sector: bit.ly/47yZZvC

There's still time to sign-up for our Joint Hustings tomorrow! Join us and @ALLIANCEScot as we ask questions to candidates about the important issues facing the Third Sector. Register here: bit.ly/4tHkFLv

Join VHS and The ALLIANCE on March 31st for our Joint Hustings event! Hear representatives share their Party’s approaches for addressing health inequalities and safeguarding the important role of the third sector. Sign up now! bit.ly/4tHkFLv

With the Scottish Parliament election rapidly approaching, we've developed a handy Election 2026 Toolkit! You'll find social media graphics, letter templates, and links to ensure you're campaigning safely and legally. Check it out! bit.ly/4kGvkSi

We are delighted that @scotgov has pledged to develop a formal agreement with the third sector. This commitment reflects calls for third sector parity detailed in our Manifesto for Health Creation launched in October 2025. Full response here: bit.ly/3MkKoZc

We're so proud to share our 2025 Impact Report! We had a busy year and a big thank you is due to all of our members - your contributions strengthen our community and play a vital role in everything we do. If you're not yet a member, join us: bit.ly/4a49wet

At VHS, we are thrilled, but not surprised, to see health equity and the shift to prevention as central pillars of the Public Health Scotland 10-year strategy published this week. Read our full response here: bit.ly/49XLxh2

In our response to the @scotgov Budget and Spending Review, we welcome commitments regarding prevention and health creation. However the lack of reference to the third sector in spending plans related to health and social care is frustrating. Read more: bit.ly/4qnVhbv

Our Policy and Public Affairs Lead, Sarah Latto, has written a blog reflecting on the importance of a shift to prevention for long-term third sector sustainability. Read more here: bit.ly/4stOiiG

Will a shift to prevention heal Scotland’s third sector?  Sarah Latto of @VHSComms asks if a shift to prevention in public services is the long-term cure that we need okt.to/c0du6F

After a busy year of events and engagement we're wrapping up for the holidays here at VHS. Thanks to all our members and stakeholders for your support this year. We will be closed from Friday 19th December until Monday 5th January. Wishing you all a happy holiday season!