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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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Sick of your partner’s terrible dress sense? You’re not alone.
The British Heart Foundation has uncovered a major cause of relationship strife - we hate our partner's clothes
NEWS 9 September 2016 by Susan Smith
 
Huge rise in children contemplating suicide
A charity helpline has recorded a worrying spike in children thinking about suicide
NEWS 8 September 2016 by Graham Martin
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New government programme: third sector reacts
Scotland’s third sector has been responding to First Minister Nicola Sturgeon’s programme for government
NEWS 6 September 2016 by Graham Martin
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Nine-year-old Michael receives lifeline letter from First Minister
Nine-year-old Michael Young is to get access to medication that could extend his life thanks to support from Scotland's First Minister
NEWS 6 September 2016 by Susan Smith
 
Children’s mental health crisis as crucial targets are missed
An urgent call has been made for action to be taken to improve mental health services for children and young people
NEWS 6 September 2016 by Graham Martin
 
Disabled accused of being drunk or faking it
People with Multiple Sclerosis say they have experienced unacceptable levels of discrimination and stigma as a result of their illness
NEWS 6 September 2016 by Susan Smith
 
Scots veterans spark medal hopes for Rio Games
Two Scottish veterans are set to compete in the Rio Paralympic Games thanks to support from Help for Heroes
NEWS 6 September 2016 by Susan Smith
 
Open conversation can help prevent suicide
Pauline Toner on Choose Life's campaign for Suicide Prevention Week
OPINION 1 September 2016 Guest post
 
Chief encounters: Phil Cox on supporting vulnerable veterans
Phil Cox, chief executive of Scottish Veterans Residences, hasn't ended up playing international rugby but does work to provide help to those in need
FEATURE 1 September 2016 by TFN
 
Edinburgh to turn gold for charity
Some of the capital’s iconic landmarks will be lit up as part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month's Glow Gold September
NEWS 1 September 2016 by Paul Cardwell
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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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