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RHASS appoints new chief executive
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We hear you: you want a wide-ranging, sector-led review of charity regulation
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Report warns Scotland is in the midst of a volunteering crisis
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Scots charity closes support group after National Insurance rise
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New head for funding body
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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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