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We are delighted that Armando Iannucci, the fantastic writer, director and broadcaster, is CPAG’s new patron.

Do you deliver training and feel like you need to refresh your style and methods? Join our course on 10-11 November online

Book your place on our Universal credit - an introduction online course on 26 October

A short Cost of the School Day briefing setting out what we’ve heard about school uniform from learners, families and their schools and what we think is important for stakeholders to bear in mind when responding to the current Scottish Government consultation on statutory national uniform policy guidance.

"The cost of living crisis has pushed many families to the brink as a difficult winter looms. With around 2 million children living in households affected by deductions, the Work and Pensions Select Committee is right to say that now is time to pause these repayments.

Forecasters have increased their estimate for the January 2023 energy price cap to £5,386 for the typical bill. If as expected, this estimate is accurate, families are now facing a gaping £1,200 shortfall for energy costs alone in the months up to April 2023.

New CPAG analysis shows number of children in poverty in each region missing out on free school meals as cost of living crisis bites.

Practitioners working in and with schools are invited to our Cost of the School Day Moray online learning events. These sessions will focus on key approaches in Moray schools to help reduce the cost of the school day, support families and make sure that all learners can fully participate at school.

This course on 7-8 Sep is essential for anyone who wants to challenge decisions of the First-tier Tribunal (Social Entitlement Chamber) effectively.

Last chance to book your place on this online course on 26 August