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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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Heroin isn’t cool – why teens are turning to cocaine
Andrew Horne on why Addaction is hearing from younger and younger cocaine users and how charities need to use innovative ways to reach them
OPINION 19 July 2018 by Alex Turnbull
 
Recovery can create real change for those battling alcohol addiction
Dan Mushens speaks to Eric, who is living with the effects of alcohol related brain damage
OPINION 19 July 2018 Guest post
 
New cancer support hub unveiled
Macmillan invested £2.2 million in the new service, which will improve support for cancer patients and their families
NEWS 19 July 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Charity ambassador Chris Packham discusses autism
On a recent visit to Falkirk, conservationist Chris Packham discussed his role as an ambassador for the National Autistic Society
NEWS 18 July 2018 by Susan Smith
 
Mixed feelings about social care sleep-over ruling
Edel Harris is relieved not to be facing a crippling back-pay bill but says social care workers must be valued more highly
OPINION 17 July 2018 Guest post
 
Young carers have day to remember with RNLI
The Quarriers Summer Appeal allows youngsters to enjoy special days and respite from caring for loved ones
NEWS 17 July 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Dementia awards finalists named
The work of projects that support those across Scotland with the condition has been recognised
NEWS 17 July 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Heart disease now comes with an average three other illnesses
New research from the British Heart Foundation finds a dramatic growth in heart disease patients battling other illnesses, including dementia
NEWS 17 July 2018 by Susan Smith
 
Technology must be used to help those with MS
The MS Society wants the use of data and technology to help treat the condition to be improved and extended
NEWS 17 July 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Campaign urges Scots to speak out about children’s homes
A new campaign is raising awareness of a forum for Scots to tell their stories about growing up in residential care
NEWS 16 July 2018 by Susan Smith
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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