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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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Carers struggle with mental and physical health
New research released for Carers Week 2018 has shown that many carers fear for the future
NEWS 11 June 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Fathers are sidelined during childbirth
New research finds dads are being ignored to the danger of mums and babies
NEWS 11 June 2018 by Susan Smith
 
Leading Scottish HIV charity faces fight for survival
HIV Scotland is locked in talks with the Scottish Government, having seen its initial bid for annual funding knocked back
NEWS 8 June 2018 by Gareth Jones
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The UK in 2018: a submerged nation of the poor made destitute by design
A toxic brew of benefit cuts, sanctions and high rental costs has pushed masses of people into destitution
NEWS 8 June 2018 by Graham Martin
 
Poll: should families do more for those who need care?
POLL 7 June 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Education bosses must do more to encourage disabled students
The One in Five campaign met with education bosses for talks this week, having highlighted a gap in disability admissions
NEWS 7 June 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Healthcare charity hails amazing appeal success
The generosity of the public was hailed as a Scottish charity celebrated the success of a fundraising appeal
NEWS 7 June 2018 by Graham Martin
 
Families should help out more with social care, say Edinburgh health bosses
Edinburgh Integration Joint Board (EIJB) will consult on plans which aim to see people receive greater support from their families
NEWS 7 June 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Iron Man takes on the Celtic Curse
Kevin Kane on his battle with haemochromatosis
OPINION 6 June 2018 Guest post
 
Charity opens new press after a century at previous base
Royal Blind has said the new braille press will help those with sight difficulties, and has also allowed it to expand its workforce
NEWS 6 June 2018 by Gareth Jones
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