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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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Civil society dismay over the banning of Palestine Action
“Listing a protest group, even one responsible for severe criminal damage, as a terrorist organisation would have very serious implications for protest and activism in the UK"
NEWS 24 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Charity banking system "shambles" leaves voluntary groups shut out of their accounts
CAF Bank admits that an upgrade has not gone as planned
NEWS 24 June 2025 by Graham Martin
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Making Scotland a better place: meet the 2025 Scottish Charity Awards winners
Full list and pictures of all of the winners here
NEWS 20 June 2025 by Graham Martin
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Poverty, inequality and low pay: just three reasons Scotland Demands Better
Major new cross-civil society campaign and march launched
NEWS 19 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Supporting families seeking sanctuary in Scotland
Barnardo's Ubuntu announcement coincides with Refugee Week 2025 and its theme, Community as a Superpower
NEWS 18 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Highland charity looks to a green future as it marks its 20th anniversary
The charity is now seeking to capitalise on the once-in-a-generation employment opportunities presented by long-term growth in renewable energy and construction
NEWS 17 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
"An ardent champion of equality and justice": remembering Sir Geoff Palmer
Charity credits him with making it the "diverse and inclusive organisation it is today"
NEWS 13 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Spending review: "little for charities" and "rolling out austerity"
Scottish sector responds to the chancellor's financial statement
NEWS 13 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Nature sidelined in new Scottish Government reshuffle
"We call on the first minister to give nature the political voice it urgently needs"
NEWS 11 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Not waving but drowning: Scotland's third sector is now in crisis
Outgoing CEO of Scottish SPCA warns of doomsday scenario facing an underfunded third sector
NEWS 10 June 2025 by Rab Armour
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TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

This year’s Guide takes a special look at what it’s like to work in Scotland’s voluntary sector, featuring the results of in-depth research. It contains a wealth of advice and analysis from experts in their field.

Read it here
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