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The voice of Scotland’s vibrant voluntary sector

Published by Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

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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New covenant will rekindle sector's right-to-protest promises Starmer
Tory governments introduced gagging clauses
NEWS 18 July 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Thousands back call to stop devastating dementia care cuts
Charity says these are some of the most extreme cutbacks ever seen
NEWS 17 July 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Charities have high kudos among UK public says report
Vital role charities have on society is broadly recognised
NEWS 17 July 2025 by Rab Armour
 
PM looks to reshape how government works with communities to tackle society's biggest challenges
Charities, faith groups, social enterprises and impact investors recognised as essential partners
NEWS 17 July 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Child guardians wanted as charity opens applications
People who genuinely care about children urged to apply
NEWS 17 July 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Exclusive: UK Government failed to carry out impact assessment ahead of £6 billion international aid cuts
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office also fails to answer questions on aid target u-turn
NEWS 16 July 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Former charity director jailed for theft
Shamed boss gets 18 months
NEWS 16 July 2025 by Rab Armour
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Renewed call for the public to rethink attitudes towards mental ill health 
Nine in 10 people with experience of mental illness face stigma from those closest to them. 
NEWS 16 July 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Aid workers were executed says NGO
Investigation uncovers brutal end of three selfless humanitarian staff
NEWS 15 July 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Housing group awarded perfect score
High standards achieved in terms of cleanliness and environmental impact
NEWS 15 July 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Watchdog warns UK refugee costs could absorb one-fifth of reduced aid budget
New report highlights need for improved cross-government coordination to make the most of reduced funding. 
NEWS 15 July 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Charity service gives veterans access to £500,000 in crucial welfare support
Many were unaware they were entitled to assistance
NEWS 15 July 2025 by Graham Martin
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.

Read it here
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