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Published by Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

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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Terminally ill being failed over care needs
One in four Scots who have experience of a relative or close friend with a terminal illness said they did not get the care they need
NEWS 6 February 2018 by Graham Martin
 
Dangers of silent killer sepsis highlighted
The launch of a new publicity campaign has been welcomed by charities that work to promote awareness
NEWS 5 February 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
My perfect weekend involves kung-fu, cooking and meeting friends
Caroline Lee-Davey, chief executive of baby charity Bliss Scotland, takes part in our Chief Encounters feature
FEATURE 5 February 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Quack cure for autism sees desperate parents give children bleach
Charities fear dangerous practice is harming autistic children
NEWS 2 February 2018 by Robert Armour
 
Scots feel they have no-one to talk with
Two thirds of people questioned as part of a Time to Talk Day survey feel they cannot confide in others
NEWS 1 February 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Charity in breast cancer drug plea
Perjeta, which can drastically extend the lives of patients, is available on the NHS in England but not Scotland
NEWS 1 February 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
Glasgow summit to tackle loneliness epidemic
Isolation is becoming an increasing problem particularly among older people
NEWS 1 February 2018 by Robert Armour
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Praise as Scotland pushes for tough new abuse laws
​Bill would create world-leading domestic abuse legislation in Scotland
NEWS 1 February 2018 by Robert Armour
 
We’ll make Glasgow Smiles Better
Anne Callaghan on why the residents of Scotland's friendliest city need help to battle loneliness
OPINION 1 February 2018 Guest post
 
Volunteers sought to help save lives
St Andrew's First Aid is looking for help to provide emergency support at large events, including an athletics competition
NEWS 1 February 2018 by Gareth Jones
TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

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