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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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Massive cash boost to promote walking and cycling projects
Projects across the country get cash to help Scots ditch the car
NEWS 18 May 2017 by Robert Armour
 
Fury after prosecutors drop another wildlife crime case
An environmental charity wants answers from the Crown Office after an alleged wildlife crime prosecution was dropped by courts – the third in weeks
NEWS 16 May 2017 by Graham Martin
 
Huge legal costs could cripple campaigning charities
Campaigners have called for urgent reforms which will allow charities to campaign without worrying about incurring crippling legal fees
NEWS 16 May 2017 by Graham Martin
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First female boss for conservation charity
Ann McCall takes over from Stuart Housden, who has led RSPB Scotland for over 20 years
NEWS 15 May 2017 by Susan Smith
 
Charity forced to pay £50k to energy giant after daring to challenge windfarm
A charity has agreed to pay costs to an energy company following a failed attempt to stop a wind farm
NEWS 12 May 2017 by Graham Martin
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National Marine Centre to open in North Berwick
The Scottish Seabird Centre has unveiled its plans for a £5.5m National Marine Centre to culture secretary Fiona Hyslop
NEWS 11 May 2017 by Susan Smith
 
Outrage at Theresa May’s plans to reintroduce foxhunting
Cruel and outdated foxhunting should have no place in 21st century Britain say campaigners
NEWS 10 May 2017 by Robert Armour
 
Heart breaking Uganda scam you must not fall for
A charity is warning people not to be fooled by heart-rending begging scam asking for cash to help poor families in Uganda
NEWS 9 May 2017 by Graham Martin
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RSPB anger after hen harrier killing charges are dropped
RSPB Scotland has reacted with fury after charges against a gamekeeper charged with killing a rare bird of prey were dropped
NEWS 5 May 2017 by Graham Martin
 
Scottish Government foot dragging on pollution will cost lives
Pollution strategy is costing lives according to campaigners
NEWS 5 May 2017 by Robert Armour
TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

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