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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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Chas launches appeal for vital funds
The charity aims to offer support to every child with terminal illness in Scotland.
NEWS 20 July 2020 by Gavin Stuart
 
We must focus on workforce of tomorrow
Craig Wilson at The Prince's Trust says now more than ever the country must look to its youth
OPINION 17 July 2020 by TFN
 
Young carers struggling amid lockdown
A new survey has revealed the impact of coronavirus on those caring for others.
NEWS 15 July 2020 by Gavin Stuart
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Children struggling with loneliness during lockdown
Action for Children has launched a new service to support parents.
NEWS 14 July 2020 by Gavin Stuart
 
Young people call for action on mental health
Barnardo’s survey reveals impact of lockdown across the UK.
NEWS 13 July 2020 by Gavin Stuart
 
Free childcare delay a “devastating” blow to sector and parents
​Delay will have impact on parents and the sector as many struggle from economic effects of lockdown
NEWS 10 July 2020 by Robert Armour
 
Sharpening your skills during the Covid crisis
Diane Cooper on how the Open University can help you keep learning
OPINION 6 July 2020 Guest post
 
Appeal looking for smart phone donations
The Great British Tech Appeal, launched by Vodafone and Barnardo’s, is looking for businesses to help disadvantaged communities access tech
NEWS 30 June 2020 by Gareth Jones
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Scots concerned about rising energy bills
Half of Scots haven't made an energy payment since lockdown, despite being concerned that their usage has increased
NEWS 30 June 2020 by Gareth Jones
 
Charities call for foodbank reliance to come to an end
Organisations are struggling to respond to hunger in the community, and have called for the Scottish Government to step in
NEWS 24 June 2020 by Gareth Jones
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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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