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Why we spent a day saying thank you

Sue Diamond of Sick Kids Friends Foundation says all staff spending a day thanking supporters led to an increase in donations

OPINION 17 February 2016 Guest post

A healthy view of third sector potential

Grant Sugden has found attitudes to third sector health bodies are positive but real change will require a major effort from all sectors

OPINION 15 February 2016 Guest post

New strategy to cure Scotland’s ill health

Scotland's latest review of public health stresses the role of the third sector in helping to cure the nation's poor sickness record

NEWS 12 February 2016 by Susan Smith

Scottish politicians must prioritise social care more

The next Scottish Government should include a cabinet minister for people with long-term conditions, disabled Scots and unpaid carers

NEWS 11 February 2016 by Susan Smith

Cancer charity in search for a new mascot

Beatson Cancer Charity is inviting pupils to get creative

NEWS 11 February 2016 by Paul Cardwell

Charity trains refugee medics to work in Scotland’s NHS

Groundbreaking project will help refugee medical professionals re-skill and work in the NHS

NEWS 11 February 2016 by Robert Armour

Real Hero: I am fundraising for the charity which saved my life

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OPINION 10 February 2016 Guest post

Chief encounters: believe in yourself, embrace change and don’t doubt your abilities

David Welch heads up the Beatson Cancer Charity and firmly believes a healthy mind is as important as a healthy life

FEATURE 9 February 2016 by Paul Cardwell

Thousands of disabled Scots to lose Mobility allowance

New assessment process means thousands of Scots are losing specially adapted vehicles vital for their independence

NEWS 9 February 2016 by Robert Armour

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Coffee company discriminated against employee who found writing difficult

NEWS 9 February 2016 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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