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Published by Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6BB. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

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Tributes flow as third sector stalwart and campaigner Donna Mackinnon dies
She embraced kindness, dignity and equal opportunities for all
NEWS 13 July 2022 by Robert Armour
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Naked cyclists attacked during charity trip through Scotland
Colin Unsworth and Sadie Tan, known as the Free Wilders, were riding near Bridge of Earn in Perthshire when they were targeted. 
NEWS 12 July 2022 by Niall Christie
 
Third sector comms professional to join executive team at SWPL
Robert Wilson will take on a role as the SWPL’s first communications and marketing manager.
NEWS 12 July 2022 by Niall Christie
 
North East charity faces investigation from OSCR
Those involved with Dufftown 2000 had raised concerns with management at an AGM earlier this year.
NEWS 12 July 2022 by Niall Christie
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Charities fight controversial Coul golf plans - again
They say resurrected 18 hole course scheme again threatens precious habitats
NEWS 8 July 2022 by Graham Martin
 
Charity patron resigns as prime minister
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson, most commonly known as Boris Johnson, headed up the Conservative government since July 2019. 
NEWS 7 July 2022 by Niall Christie
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Charities call on chancellor to tackle fuel costs crisis
“We also want to see the government working alongside charities to explore ways we can meet these rising costs so their vital work can continue.”
NEWS 6 July 2022 by Niall Christie
 
Scottish LGBTI+ Rainbow Mark launched to support inclusive social spaces
The mark is a visible symbol which can be displayed to show a social space is welcoming to LGBTI+ people. 
NEWS 4 July 2022 by Niall Christie
 
Band devotes concerts to veterans' community
Much needed fundraiser for ex-forces personnel
NEWS 1 July 2022 by Robert Armour
 
Arts fund closes as leading body grapples budget cuts
Organisation faces a £100,000 shortfall
NEWS 30 June 2022 by Robert Armour
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TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

This year’s Guide takes a look at how the sector is progressing in inclusion, diversity, equality and environmentalism - what more can be done to further these aims, featuring a wealth of expert opinion, advice and reflection.

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