Current status: Answered by Gillian Martin on 13 January 2026
To ask the Scottish Government whether it plans to continue funding the Climate Just Communities programme beyond March 2026, and when it expects to make a decision on any future support.
We remain committed to climate justice, with over £12 million allocated in the draft Scottish Budget to support vulnerable communities in the Global South, particularly women, young people and people with disabilities in ways that are participatory, rights-based and inclusive.
The current round of contracts will not continue beyond March 2026, as the contracts with Climate Just Communities Lead Partners are set to reach completion.
Officials are currently exploring the approach to delivering programmes under the Climate Justice Fund in the next financial year, pending final budget agreement and recognising the importance of maintaining urgent support to communities on the ground.