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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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“Beyond devastated”: Charity gutted at being forced to close
Autism Understanding Scotland announced it will shut its doors at the end of January.
NEWS 9 January 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Campaigners call for ban on force fitting prepaid meters as companies resume installations
Ruling comes in the midst of winter and the cost-of-living crisis
NEWS 8 January 2024 by Robert Armour
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Does the Scottish Government’s budget fit the bill for Children’s rights?
Can we say Scotland’s economy truly meets children’s rights? The simple answer is no.
OPINION 8 January 2024 by Fiona Steel
 
Half price entry to kick off this year's Race for Life
Huge fundraiser enourages Scots of all abilities to raise vital cash for cancer research
NEWS 5 January 2024 by Robert Armour
 
Thousands could be missing out on cheaper internet deals
Kyle Scott on how social tariffs can promote digital inclusion and help combat the cost of living crisis
OPINION 5 January 2024 by Kyle Scott
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Scots voluntary sector leaders, staff and volunteers get gongs in New Year Honours
Dedication of more than 100 Scots has been recognised
NEWS 3 January 2024 by Robert Armour
 
Charity founder dies aged 61
She was feted by politicians and celebrities
NEWS 3 January 2024 by Robert Armour
 
It’s time we started to talk about burnout in the third sector
Dr Mhairi Crawford: "please take this Christmas to take time for yourself"
OPINION 22 December 2023 by Dr Mhairi Crawford
 
Government confirm blocking of gender reform will not be appealed
The bill passed with a huge majority in Holyrood last year. 
NEWS 20 December 2023 by Niall Christie
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Depute chief executive unveiled for Who Cares? Scotland
Kenny Murray, who previously served as director of engagement and influence, will take on the role from January 2024. 
NEWS 19 December 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.

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