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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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Children in Need chair quits after launching tirade at CEO over funding to Scots charity
She claims child abuse revelations ruined CEO's enjoyment of Bruce Springsteen concert
NEWS 21 November 2024 by Robert Armour
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Foundation poised to take legal action following damning report
Charity asks founders to give back what they took in the famous fundraiser's name
NEWS 21 November 2024 by Robert Armour
 
Rosier picture for the value of charity assets
Value has not dropped - but many have had to sell investible assets to stay afloat
NEWS 20 November 2024 by Graham Martin
 
Charities can help break down barriers to employment
Colin Smyth MSP highlights how Scotland’s third sector can improve employment prospects for more disabled people
OPINION 20 November 2024 by Colin Smyth MSP
 
Prioritise homeless children in budget urges Shelter Scotland  
The charity made the call ahead of December’s Scottish budget.
NEWS 20 November 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Charities call on first minister to do more to tackle fuel poverty
The letter was also signed by more than a dozen charities and campaigners working to end fuel poverty
NEWS 19 November 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Stirling charity warns it is “unsure” of future amid financial pressures
Làmhan has cancelled its work for the remainder of 2024.
NEWS 19 November 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Sir Keir refuses to confirm exemptions from additional NI costs
The Prime Minister was pressed on rising national insurance contributions. 
NEWS 18 November 2024 by Niall Christie
 
“Burdensome”: accountancy firm hits out at effect of NI hikes on charities
Rory McCall of Wbg cited SCVO who warned the move could cost Scottish charities £75million
NEWS 18 November 2024 by Niall Christie
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“Hard decisions”: Glasgow charities warn of funding pressures
Charities in Glasgow have said the government must provide more help for grassroots organisations as third sector groups hit funding “burnout”. 
NEWS 18 November 2024 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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