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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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Funding boost supports small charities run vital services
Diverse range of charities offered support
NEWS 6 May 2024 by Robert Armour
 
New chief executive announced at Scottish charity
Brings enthusiasm and compassion to the role
NEWS 3 May 2024 by Robert Armour
 
Lifeline thrown to vital service
Funding will keep it operational for at least a year
NEWS 1 May 2024 by Robert Armour
 
First Minister’s resignation can’t affect our sector’s priorities
Political upheaval can’t detract from the sector’s needs
OPINION 1 May 2024 by Anna Fowlie
 
Make your voice heard on Disability Commissioner proposals
Karen Adam MSP encourages people and organisations to share their views on proposals to establish a Disability Commissioner in Scotland
OPINION 1 May 2024 by Karen Adam
 
Mental health guidance says families must be involved in decision making
Relatives should know their rights
NEWS 30 April 2024 by Robert Armour
 
The voluntary sector has a critical role in supporting people with sight loss 
With an expected rise in the number of people being diagnosed with sight loss in Scotland, the third sector’s role is more important than ever
OPINION 30 April 2024 by Jacquie Winning
 
New financial appeal and strategy for children's hospice charity
To help raise the funds necessary to enable the plan, CHAS has launched a new fundraising campaign
NEWS 29 April 2024 by Graham Martin
 
Sick note rhetoric does not match reality
Prime minister's remarks increase stigma and drive people deeper in to destitution, writes Erica Young
OPINION 29 April 2024 by Erica Young
 
New community organisation launches in Inverclyde with £100k donation
Ambitious programme of support for local people
NEWS 29 April 2024 by Robert Armour
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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