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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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Charity figure appointed to chair Public Health Scotland
Ally Boyle MBE will take on the role next month.
NEWS 12 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Regulator reports strong response as charities submit trustee data
New regulation came into effect on 30 June
NEWS 11 August 2025 by Rab Armour
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Flexible working could create more jobs for Scots says report
Employers are being urged to see flexibility isn't a perk but essential
NEWS 11 August 2025 by Rab Armour
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TFN magazine's August edition is out now - read it all here!
New mag looks at community organising and much, much more
NEWS 11 August 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Dundee charity gains UN recognition
Kanzen for Life has been recognised for its pioneering work across Tayside and Fife. 
NEWS 8 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Sight loss charity to put its 160-year history on film
It will combine historical archives, personal stories and contemporary footage
NEWS 8 August 2025 by Graham Martin
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Scotland's Social Enterprise Awards - read the full shortlist here
This year saw a record number of applications, highlighting the continued growth of Scotland’s social enterprise movement
NEWS 8 August 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Countries facing genocide, famine and disease worst hit by UK aid cuts, NGO warns
Médecins Sans Frontières said the impact of UK aid cuts is striking
NEWS 8 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Expert calls for return to fairness and global solidarity after aid budget cuts
Dr Pritish Behuria said aid is still desperately needed. 
NEWS 8 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Church dating back to 565 saved by local Inverness charity
The Save Old High Inverness campaign has announced its success. 
NEWS 8 August 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.

Read it here
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