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Former PM: nothing can be done to prevent NI hike being imposed on charities
However, he said other means can be found to increase funds available to the voluntary sector
NEWS 7 February 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Gen Z board members sought after surge of interest in hostelling
Three volunteer ‘adventure curators’ wanted
NEWS 7 February 2025 by Robert Armour
 
Multi-year pilot a “positive first step” in reforming sector funding, charity says
Children in Scotland are one of the organisations who have been calling for a funding rethink. 
NEWS 7 February 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Theatre’s future hangs in balance after funding rejection
5,000 people have signed a petition calling for a rethink.
NEWS 7 February 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Sir Tom teams up with Sir Chris for epic fundraiser
New fundraising charity bike ride launched by legendary Olympian
NEWS 7 February 2025 by Robert Armour
 
Calls for energy debt relief scheme
People are being pushed into debt as energy costs spiral
NEWS 6 February 2025 by Robert Armour
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Scottish Government announces £60m in multi-year funding deals
A total of 45 grants running to April 2027 were unveiled
NEWS 5 February 2025 by Niall Christie
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Third sector investment needed to protect frontline support services
Cyrenians said some of their work is at risk due to a lack of funding. 
NEWS 5 February 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Majority of charities feel optimistic about fundraising in 2025  
Findings come after 2024 saw 77% of charities increase or maintain their fundraising income.  
NEWS 5 February 2025 by Niall Christie
 
“Seismic”: Foreign Office warns of impact of US foreign aid freeze
UK Government department has particular concerns about the global health consequences. 
NEWS 5 February 2025 by Niall Christie
 
FCDO and global civil society urged to work together
West Africa Civil Society Institute and Bond UK have published the new roadmap.
NEWS 5 February 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Island trust aims to raise £60,000 to restore damaged gardens
Achamore Gardens on Gigha was hit hard by Storm Éowyn.
NEWS 4 February 2025 by Niall Christie
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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