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We're Young Scot – Scotland's youth engagement platform.

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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Young Scot × spunout have teamed up to champion Scottish Gaelic & Irish with youth-led digital content celebrating Celtic languages The campaign highlights the shared linguistic heritage of Scotland & Ireland with engaging content tailored for Instagram and TikTok 🤳 More info 👉 young.scot/gaelic
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Our research reveals that young people expressed low concern about being victims cyber crime despite being one of the most likely target groups to be hacked or part of a scam. This #CyberScotlandWeek here's how young creators reach young people with vital info about cyber risks. @cyberscotland.com
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
This #CyberScotlandWeek we're sharing a flavour of the content we created with @policescotland.bsky.social to help keep young people safe online - topics have covered hacking, digital footprint and oversharing personal info 🔓 Share our digital safety hub 👉 young.scot/safety @cyberscotland.com
A poster with diagonal green stripes on the corners featuring the Young Scot Safety logo. The text reads, "Social Media Account Hacked?" Below the text are icons of a person, exclamation marks in triangles, and a padlock. An arrow points towards the bottom right corner.Spot the signs of potential account compromise: unexplained messages or posts, changed account details, friends reporting dodgy links from you, and being locked out of your account. Illustration of a person in a hooded outfit using a laptop with a skull icon, with directional arrows.The image is an informational graphic titled "Act fast" with a list of steps for security: change your password ASAP, log out of all devices, turn on 2-factor authentication (2FA), and delete any dodgy posts or messages. A smartphone icon with a shield on the screen and a right-pointing arrow are included. The design features green accents.
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
On #SaferInternetDay, we’re reminded how vital it is to keep young people safe online. Our digital safety hub developed with Police Scotland gives 11–25s clear advice to stay safe online: young.scot/safety 🤝 Collaboration is key! #OnlineSafety #Cybercrime
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Hobbies matter 🎨⚽🥾 Our survey shows cost is the biggest barrier to taking part with only 22% of young people accessing free hobbies. We’re working to make activities more affordable through our Young Scot discount and rewards service. Find out more 👉 tinyurl.com/23c5mc8f
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Cost is the biggest barrier to young people taking part in hobbies - Young Scot Corporate
A survey of young people in Scotland has found that while almost all recognise the benefits of hobbies, nearly half (48%) say cost is the main reason preventing them from taking part.
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
New research with Fast Forward shows how common gambling & gaming harms are for young people 🎮 99% game 💸 63% used in-game currencies 🎰 Scratchcards & arcades most common gambling types Young people are clear: they want early, stigma-free, accessible support. Read more 👉 shorturl.at/IehMX
An illustration of a person sitting on a purple chair, holding a smartphone and giving a thumbs-up, next to a poster titled 'Fast Forward Young People and Gambling & Young People and Gaming Survey Report
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Young people care about politics but misinformation is getting in the way 🔹 72% say politics affects their lives 🔹 2 in 5 feel they can influence decisions 🔹 60% struggle to tell what’s true online SYP & Young Scot shows why trusted information matters more than ever 👉 shorturl.at/Fu5fy
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Young people and politics - Young Scot Corporate
A report from Young Scot and Scottish Youth Parliament on young people’s information literacy and political engagement in Scotland
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
📣 Our Truth About Youth survey is open giving 11 to 25s the chance to share what life in Scotland really looks like today. The results will help shape services that reflect young people’s experiences. 🎮 Entries = prize draw to win a Nintendo Switch 2! 👉 surveys.young.scot/s/D34EYY
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
📣 Our Truth About Youth survey is open giving 11 to 25s the chance to share what life in Scotland really looks like today. The results will help shape services that reflect young people’s experiences. 🎮 Entries = prize draw to win a Nintendo Switch 2! 👉 surveys.young.scot/s/D34EYY
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Truth About Youth - your 2025-26 survey
Please take a few minutes to take our survey.
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Our co-design workshop brought young people + adults together to shape ideas on equity and attainment in Scotland. Fun vibes, real learning, spaghetti towers included! 🎉 Know a young person who’d love to join future Young Scot events? Get in touch! 👇 young.scot/get-involved
A group of smiling young adults gathered for a group selfie in a room with tables covered in papers and snacks.Two students participating in a team-building activity with spaghetti and marshmallows at a Young Scot event.Two people presenting in a conference room with a large screen displaying a word cloud featuring positive words like "enjoyable" and "inspiring."A wall decorated with various colorful drawings and cutouts resembling a gallery, including a large central portrait with a pink border, surrounded by smaller framed artworks.
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Young Scot's Blessing presented at the Equally Safe Online report launch, sharing insights for the creation of AI to tackle online GBV by @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social & @heriotwattuni.bsky.social We’re proud of all our volunteers for shaping this vital project. Read more 👉 edin.ac/43OuT19
Person presenting at a Heriot Watt University and University of Edinburgh event on gender-based violence, standing beside a display board titled "Equally Safe Online."
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
We brought young people and employers together to rethink the future of work experience - from VR career simulations to honest conversations about barriers and opportunities, the discussion was inspiring ✨ What’s your experience of work placements today? @fsb-uk.bsky.social @fvcollege.bsky.social
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
🎥 Watch the final episode of our series Fae The Source with youth worker Connor McKee who chats about positive masculine qualities. The series features candid conversations with experts in youth justice, violence reduction, and fitness. 📺 Watch now youtu.be/2IMdR8bh6ew?si=XT2eouq3kbS…
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
📣 Our Truth About Youth survey is open giving 11 to 25s the chance to share what life in Scotland really looks like today. The results will help shape services that reflect young people’s experiences. 🎮 Entries = prize draw to win a Nintendo Switch 2! 👉 surveys.young.scot/s/D34EYY
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
🎙️ The latest in our Fae The Source series is a powerful episode with Youth Development Worker Jack Tully. With roots in community arts, justice and participation, Jack chats about role models and what being a young man means today. 🎥 Watch here youtu.be/g-xPZo6Ryt0?si=Jkj13k5hRBi…
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Know a young person who wants to make a difference? 🌟 Join the CashBack for Communities Fund Panel & help decide which projects for young people in Scotland get funded! 💬 Travel covered + 500 Young Scot points! More info 👉 young.scot/get-involved... #YouthVoice #CashBackForCommunities #Scotland
Hand inserting a money note into a white piggy bank on a table scatter with coins. Blacking wording reads: Volunteer, 2 months
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
We're hiring! 🌟 Young Scot seeks a visionary CEO to lead our national charity, drive strategy, champion young people and build impactful partnerships. Inclusive, flexible and open to all backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future! Find out more and how to apply 👇 youngscot.net/careers/chie...
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Chief Executive - Young Scot Corporate
We are seeking a visionary and values-driven Chief Executive who can build on our strong foundations and lead Young Scot into its next chapter. Closing date 26 October 2025.
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
Let's talk about hobbies! Hobbies and activities are lots of fun & can make a big difference to young people's wellbeing and life skills...but they can also be pricey and hard to access. Share our survey with young people to help improve hobbies in Scotland 👇 surveys.young.scot/s/8GH7TI
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
🌍 Are you 13–20 & passionate about digital rights? Apply to be a 5Rights Youth Ambassador! Collaborate, campaign & represent youth voices worldwide. Join the 5Rights Foundation and make a positive impact in the digital world as an ambassador Apply by Sept 15 👉 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Two young girls are looking at a laptop and smiling. The quote reads 'young people should have a strong voice in shaping the online world, with opportunities to share their own ideas' - Aditi, 11
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
🎉 Huge congratulations to our Vice Chair Amy Simmons for being recognised with Outstanding Achievement in the Young Achiever of the Year category at the Scottish Women’s Awards! We’re so proud of Amy’s incredible dedication & impact at Young Scot. Read more 👉 youngscot.net/news-databas...
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Young Scot Vice Chair recognised at the Scottish Women’s Awards - Young Scot Corporate
Amy Simmons, Vice Chair of the Young Scot Board, has received an Outstanding Achievement accolade in the Young Achiever of the Year category at the Scottish Women’s Awards 2025.
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Delighted to join forces with @theferret.scot and @cilipscotland.bsky.social to help young people tackle disinformation online. With support from the @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk, we’ll co-design training to spot misinformation & build digital confidence. More via The Ferret 👇
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
Two in three young people in Scotland have felt unsafe. That’s why Young Scot + @policescotland.bsky.social have launched a digital safety hub - to promote safety, reduce harm and build trust in the police. 💡 Giving young people clear info, right where they need it. 👉 young.scot/safety
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Young Scot Safety
Welcome to the Young Scot Safety homepage. Here you'll find answers to plenty of common questions young people have around interacting and contacting the police.
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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
Tickets for this year's Community Gathering are now LIVE! 🔥 📍The Social Hub Glasgow 📅Sat 6th Sept 🙌Young people aged 16-25 💰Tickets from £0 to £10 For details, how to get there, accessibility and other FAQs, see Eventbrite and get your tickets now: bit.ly/yscs-gatheri...
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
📢 We've teamed up with @edfuturesinstitute.bsky.social to make finance fairer for young people. Share this quick survey to help us understand what works (and doesn’t)! 👇 surveys.young.scot/s/NLZDDZ/ 🎉 Chance to win a £25 Love2Shop voucher!
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
Exam results are in and whatever the results, young people are not alone. Skills Development Scotland Results Helpline expert advisers will be at the end of the phone to help young people. Call the helpline on 0808 100 8000. Or visit our information hub 👇 young.scot/get-informed...
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
With exam results tomorrow we wish everyone the best of luck 💖 #SQAresults Day can be a rollercoaster! If you know a young person who is dreading the postie, we have some great tips for staying calm and planning what comes next via @sqanews.bsky.social 😊 Have a read: info.sqa.org.uk/44SkVNn
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 02/08/2025
Spending summer in Glasgow? We've got young people covered 🍕 🎫For the full range of discounts available with a Young Scot National Entitlement Card head over to young.scot/discounts #Glasgow #Discounts #YoungScotCard
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
📢 We've teamed up with @edfuturesinstitute.bsky.social to make finance fairer for young people. Share this quick survey to help us understand what works (and doesn’t)! 👇 surveys.young.scot/s/NLZDDZ/ 🎉 Chance to win a £25 Love2Shop voucher!
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2050 Climate Group @2050climategroup.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
The Climate Action Leadership Programme (CALP) is a unique opportunity for 18 - 35 year olds in Scotland to grow as leaders and take action! Find out more and apply by the 29th of July at midnight: www.2050.scot/calp #Youth #Scotland #Climate #Leadership
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Climate Action Leadership Programme — 2050 Climate Group
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Qualifications Scotland @qualifications.gov.scot · 23/07/2025
BLOG: #SQAresults Day can be an emotional rollercoaster - make it a smooth ride with @youngscot.bsky.social. 🎢 If you're dreading the postie delivering your certificate, Young Scot has great tips for staying calm, and planning what comes next.😊 Have a read: info.sqa.org.uk/44SkVNn
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
Getting ahead of back-to-school prep? Check out the discounts you can get with your Young Scot National Entitlement Card! 🎓 Uniform bit.ly/44GNGwf 🎨 Supplies bit.ly/44GhwB2 📚 Study guides bit.ly/4kNnZ1J There's loads more places you can save with your card, check them out 👛 bit.ly/4f85c08
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
🎉 We had an amazing time at the Scottish Young Carers Festival! This annual event is a brilliant opportunity for young carers to take a break and have fun 💜 Know a young carer? Make sure they don’t miss out, they can sign up for the free Young Carers Package today 👇 young.scot/campaigns/yo...
Two people stand next to a multicoloured spinning wheel
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
Planning a paddleboard session or know someone who is? Here are a few tips to keep you safe while out on the water 👇 For more info on staying safe and having fun visit: watersafetyscotland.org.uk/advice-hub/a...
Illustration of a paddlboarder with tips on what to do before going on the water - wear a lifejacket, check the weather, plan your route, avoid alcohol
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
That's a wrap on our 2025 #YSAwards! 🥳 But wait...we’re not done yet! 👀 Stick with us over the next few days as we dive into the incredible stories behind the winners success, trust us, you’ll wanna hear them. #ThatsAWrap #FutureChangemakers #StayTuned #Scotland
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
What an amazing night @YoungScot Awards! 🥰 #YSAwards A big thank you to our sponsors and everyone who made this night extra special for our incredible finalists - we couldn't do it without you 🙌
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
🎉 They did it! Big cheers to our Young Scot Awards winners 2025! Their stories? Inspiring. Their impact? Unreal. Their energy? Off the charts! You’ve inspired us, made us smile and reminded us that the future is in very good hands. Keep being bold, brilliant and unapologetically you! #YSAwards
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
🌟 Meet the #YSAwards Entertainment finalists! Muminah, Kyle & Afristyle Dance Club are lighting up Scotland with poetry, art & dance - amplifying voices, uplifting communities & inspiring joy! 🎤🎨💃 Read their stories! young.scot/awards #CreativeMinds #CulturalChange
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
🌍 Meet the #YSAwards Environment finalists! From bees & oceans to bold climate action - Robert, Caitlin & Change in Blackburn Youth Committee are protecting our planet & inspiring change. 🌱💛 #ClimateChampions #YoungEnvironmentalists Read their stories! young.scot/awards
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
🌟 Meet the #YSAwards Community finalists! Girls Who Walk, Sky and Project Sonrisa are improving their communities by tackling loneliness, stigma, mental health through walking, art & advocacy. Big thanks to ‪@policescotland.bsky.social‬ for your support! #CommunityChampions #InspirationInAction
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
🏅 Meet the #YSAwards Sport & Physical Activity finalists! From judo to kickboxing, snowboarding to community sport, Rebecca, Aidan & Ciaran, Fraser and Seren are breaking barriers & inspiring Scotland to take part and get moving! Thanks sportscotland! 🙌 Read their stories! young.scot/awards
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
🌟 Meet the finalists for Health & Wellbeing at the #YSAwards! Ellie, Chawan & St. Philip’s School pupils are driving change 🙌 From fitness & inclusion to Cystic Fibrosis awareness & foodbank support they are all true #HealthHeroes shaping a better future! Read their stories! young.scot/awards
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
🌟 Meet the #YSAwards Equality & Diversity finalists! Kai, the Tartan Class & The Fostering Network’s youth board are breaking barriers, sparking change & championing inclusion across Scotland! 💚 Huge thanks to Enable Scotland for the support! 🙌 #InspiringChange #YouthPower
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Are you a young carer? Don't miss our next newsletter – packed with info on rewards you can claim, the latest prize winners and exclusive updates just for you! Not signed up yet? Head to the Young Carers section on Young Scot Membership to get started. membership.young.scot/ys/pages/spe...
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
🚀 Big things ahead? If you're heading to college or uni, make sure your SAAS funding is sorted early — and earn 750 Young Scot Rewards points while you're at it! 🌟 Apply in May to start the year feeling organised, confident and ready to win some amazing prizes with your points 🎉 👉 www.saas.gov.uk
Apply now for SAAS funding and you'll earn Young Scot reward points on a blue background with two young people smiling into the distance
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
📣 Join us for the Scottish Languages Discussion Day - an opportunity to explore how Scots & Gaelic can inspire positive action 💡 Whether you’re in government, a local authority, a community group or a young person passionate about making a difference, sign up now! 📋 surveys.young.scot/s/MZV7UR/
Yellow poster inviting people to join the Gaelic and Scots Discussion day on 19 June from 12-3pm at the Young Scot office in Edinburgh. Graphics of a hand writing, megaphone and speech bubbles.
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
📣 Calling all Gaelic and Scots speakers! Do you want to have your say about language priorities for the Scottish Government? Find out more and sign up for our Scottish Languages Panel via the link below ⬇️ young.scot/get-involved...
Promotional image inviting individuals to join the Gaelic and Scots Languages Panel. Features illustrations of two panelists using microphones, one with headphones in a purple themed setting, the other in a pink and red environment.
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
🚀 Big things ahead? If you're heading to college or uni, make sure your SAAS funding is sorted early — and earn 750 Young Scot Rewards points while you're at it! 🌟 Apply in May to start the year feeling organised, confident and ready to win some amazing prizes with your points 🎉 👉 www.saas.gov.uk
Apply now for SAAS funding and you'll earn Young Scot reward points on a blue background with two young people smiling into the distance
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Children and young people are learning about their rights - from their right to play to their right to education and more! Parent Club Scotland has a handy guide on talking to young people about their rights and lots of useful information 👉 parentclub.scot/topics/childre… #UNCRC
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Young Scot @youngscot.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
🚀 Big dreams start with smart moves! If you’re heading to college or uni, applying early for your SAAS funding is the way to go — & you’ll earn 1000 Young Scot points too! Apply today to secure your funding and unlock points you can use to win amazing prizes at young.scot! 🎉 👉 www.saas.gov.uk
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