Emma Marshall of MHA Edinburgh wrote for the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce warning of the coming pressures for many groups across the country. The auditor pointed to evidence in the Scottish Third Sector Tracker, as well as testimony of others such as others in the sector. Scottish charities cannot be expected to take on an increased load from a cutting back of under-strain public services without adequate support. “For some Scottish charities, the challenge has already proved too much. Operational costs and funding uncertainties are pushing charities in Scotland to the brink.