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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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Aberdeen charity facing “biggest challenge” in 155-year history
Voluntary Service Aberdeen (VSA) warned services are becoming “unsustainable”. 
NEWS 3 November 2025 by Niall Christie
 
We must break down professional silos to keep pace with young people’s needs  
Jim Gillespie on the need for collaboration in the children and young people's sector
OPINION 3 November 2025 by Jim Gillespie
 
Aid cuts and poor value for money means UK aid may not reach those most in need, MPs find in new report
Analysis of the FCDO’s approach to value for money in Official Development Assistance. 
NEWS 3 November 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Trustees' Week: do you have what it takes to help run a charity?
Simon Rennie on the vital role played by trustees
OPINION 31 October 2025 by Simon Rennie
 
Charities face critical challenges as costs rise and demand increases
Research finds the financial strain on the sector is affecting the delivery of services
NEWS 31 October 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Next Scottish government must prioritise funding for rape survivors
Surge in demand yet funding is decreasing
NEWS 31 October 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Leading care charity appoints new chief executive
Change at the top at Carr Gomm
NEWS 30 October 2025 by Rab Armour
 
National campaign to modernise abortion law is launched in Scotland
“Time’s up for outdated abortion laws”: national initiative aims to modernise law and protect reproductive rights
NEWS 29 October 2025 by Niall Christie
 
The wellbeing economy: a blueprint for change
Charis Chittick on WEAll Scotland’s manifesto
OPINION 28 October 2025 by Charis Chittick
 
Thousands march for a better Scotland - and this is only the beginning
Campaign will continue with transformative demands and a vision of hope and unity over division
NEWS 28 October 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Care charity delivers landmark pay deal for its 800 staff
Deal was made in conjunction with union
NEWS 28 October 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Hundreds of jobs to go at NSPCC
The charity said it will cut its staffing levels by 14%
NEWS 28 October 2025 by Niall Christie
TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

This year’s Guide takes a special look at what it’s like to work in Scotland’s voluntary sector, featuring the results of in-depth research. It contains a wealth of advice and analysis from experts in their field.

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