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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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South Asian soldiers join Scotland’s roll of honour
Most of the young men died in the Highlands and are buried at Kingussie New Cemetery.
NEWS 25 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Lynx reintroduction discussed in Scottish Parliament for first time
The case for reintroducing lynx to Scotland is being discussed in the Scottish Parliament for the first time. 
NEWS 25 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Third Sector to benefit from £3.5million grant scheme
National Trust for Scotland, Keep Scotland Beautiful and the Scottish Civic Trust amongst those receiving funding from Historic Environment Scotland.
NEWS 24 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Group wants to see donated healthcare supplies reach those who need it most
Shocking amount of donated supplies never reach its target
NEWS 20 April 2023 by Robert Armour
 
Glasgow charity launches appeal to help keep them on the road 
The charity could be facing a charge of £85 per day to be able to operate.
NEWS 19 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
New Bill has power to increase trust and confidence in Scotland’s charities 
The new Charities Bill working its way through the Scottish Parliament offers opportunities for third sector organisations to strengthen their reputations, says legal expert Helen Kidd
OPINION 19 April 2023 by Helen Kidd
 
New chair for environmental charity
Mr Roe first became a charity trustee in 2021, serving as vice chair to Stuart Tait.
NEWS 18 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
TFN magazine's April edition is out now - read it here
New mag looks at active travel, dormant trusts, and the best fundraising options for your charity.
NEWS 17 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Scotland’s third sector leaders supported to accelerate circular economy plans
Circular Economy 360+ is a programme of online and in-person training that will help organisations to embrace planet-friendly and sustainable principles.
NEWS 17 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Refugees to have voice in Scotland’s Covid-19 Inquiry
The independent process will include views from academics, charities and other experts.
NEWS 14 April 2023 by Niall Christie
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.

Read it here
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