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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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Menthol cigarettes ban welcomed
The sale of mint flavoured tobacco is banned in the UK from today (Wed 20 May)
NEWS 20 May 2020 by Gareth Jones
 
Sci-fi fans raise £300k for charity
This year's Capital Sci-Fi Con raised tens of thousands of pounds, as fundraising for CHAS hit a new milestone
NEWS 20 May 2020 by Gareth Jones
 
Survey reveals impact of lockdown on girls and young women
A quarter of girls aged 11-14 said the lockdown was affecting their mental health.
NEWS 20 May 2020 by Gavin Stuart
 
Just 1% of vulnerable children attending school hubs
Coalition warns of “lost generation” unless urgent action is taken.
NEWS 18 May 2020 by Gavin Stuart
 
Major charities announce partnership
The British Red Cross and FareShare are set to work together to support communities through coronavirus
NEWS 18 May 2020 by Gareth Jones
 
Scots hope for a kinder society after coronavirus
A survey released to mark Mental Health Awareness Week has revealed the benefits of being kind
NEWS 18 May 2020 by Gareth Jones
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Financial relief for community halls
Facilities operated by charities may now be eligible for £10,000 from the Small Business Grant Scheme
NEWS 14 May 2020 by Gareth Jones
 
Barnardo’s seeking new foster families
Charity warns that many young people still need loving homes during the lockdown
NEWS 11 May 2020 by Gavin Stuart
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Daily coronavirus roundup for third sector, Monday 11 May
How the sector is responding to the pandemic #NeverMoreNeeded
FEATURE 11 May 2020 by Gareth Jones
 
Lockdown will increase need for foster carers
Kibble has launched an urgent appeal for foster carers as it expects an increase as a result of the coronavirus lockdown
NEWS 7 May 2020 by Gareth Jones
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