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Published by Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

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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Report warns poverty remains biggest obstacle to implementing children’s rights in Scotland. 
The research highlights that the situation for families the charity supports has significantly worsened, breaching children and young people’s fundamental rights.
NEWS 15 December 2022 by Niall Christie
 
New CEO announced at leading charity
Brings 30 years experience to the post
NEWS 15 December 2022 by Robert Armour
 
Where next for the Scottish ACE’s agenda?
Are political and commercial interests threatening the future of our once celebrated ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) agenda?
OPINION 14 December 2022 by Gary Walsh
 
Worst year in memory for living standards of families on low incomes
Despite ground-breaking financial support Scots families are still desperately struggling
NEWS 13 December 2022 by Robert Armour
 
Childline cases soar on back of children's rising concerns post-Covid
More volunteers needed
NEWS 12 December 2022 by Robert Armour
 
TFN's December magazine is out now - read it here!
Last edition of the year celebrates charity sector successes
NEWS 12 December 2022 by Graham Martin
 
Parents face emotional toll as they can't afford to give this Christmas
Cost of living is affecting relationships and mental health
NEWS 12 December 2022 by Robert Armour
 
Scottish Government urged to prevent families being forced onto pre-payment meters
Thousands are being forced onto pre-pay tariffs
NEWS 5 December 2022 by Robert Armour
 
Charity proves support still vital for fleeing Ukrainian families
Third sector support providing the difference to displaced families
NEWS 5 December 2022 by Robert Armour
 
“Worried this winter”: Millions anxious about the cost of living and energy bills  
As a result of public discussions about rising energy costs 38% of adults in Scotland - an estimated 1.7million - feel anxious or worried about being able to pay their energy bills
NEWS 28 November 2022 by Niall Christie
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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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