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TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

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We hear you: you want a wide-ranging, sector-led review of charity regulation
Shirley-Anne Somerville: practical changes now while we address the future
OPINION 28 March 2025 by Shirley-Anne Somerville
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Scotland’s Jewish community write to trustees in support of BDS boycott
Workers at the Glasgow Film Theatre are pushing the cinema’s board to adopt a full boycott.
NEWS 28 March 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Starmer slammed by Labour MPs over international aid cuts
Full details of the spending reductions were outlined this week. 
NEWS 28 March 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Walking Scotland’s rural economy to a healthier future 
Brendan Paddy highlights the immense financial gains walking brings to Scotland
OPINION 27 March 2025 Guest post
 
As Labour government chooses warfare over welfare, Scottish civil society reacts with fury
Spring statement: “these cruel cuts are out of touch with what voters want from this government"
NEWS 27 March 2025 by Graham Martin
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Chancellor confirms UK aid cuts to begin immediately
Rachel Reeves made the announcement in Westminster on Wednesday. 
NEWS 26 March 2025 by Niall Christie
 
UN chief’s Scotland visit uncovers 30 year old connection with charity boss
The visit took place at the Welcoming charity in Edinburgh. 
NEWS 25 March 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Scottish voluntary sector dealt £177 million funding cut 
Public sector spending on the third sector in Scotland has frozen
NEWS 24 March 2025 by Niall Christie
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The harsh reality of a life in debt 
Jemiel Benison on dealing with debt crisis
OPINION 24 March 2025 by Jemiel Benison
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MPs blitz bid to save small charities from devastating NI hike
They voted by 310 to 183 against a lifeline amendment
NEWS 20 March 2025 by Graham Martin
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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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