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TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

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Blame game: charities exchange blows after community hub vandalised
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NEWS 15 August 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Standing in solidarity in the face of far right hate
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CCA break silence over protest and “ableist” slur
The charity-run venue has published a lengthy statement. 
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Innovative mental health partnership proves a huge success for tenants
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NEWS 13 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
New guide offers lifeline to charities under financial strain
The eBook features case studies from the sector. 
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MSP calls for charities to be properly funded
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NEWS 12 August 2025 by Niall Christie
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Community benefit society appoints new executive director
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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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