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Published by Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

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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Agricultural charity appoints new case officer
The charity developed the role in response to growing demand for its services.
NEWS 5 May 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Fife funding fights climate change
Project will empower communities to take action
NEWS 5 May 2023 by Robert Armour
 
OSCR reveals impact of charities on economy
Two thirds are run entirely by volunteers
NEWS 5 May 2023 by Robert Armour
 
Animal charities hailed for call for end to greyhound racing 
The Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, The Dogs Trust, and Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals all urged the sport to be ended.
NEWS 4 May 2023 by Niall Christie
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LGBT+ charity closes its doors
“After nearly a decade it’s time for Pink Saltire SCIO to pack up and say goodbye."
NEWS 4 May 2023 by Niall Christie
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Record number of charities and volunteers will take part in coronation
King Charles's coronation will spark celebrations across the UK and beyond
NEWS 4 May 2023 by Robert Armour
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Fears as first minister signals universal free school meals could end
Humza Yousaf favours a more "targeted approach"
NEWS 4 May 2023 by Robert Armour
 
Charity intends to become global after acquiring two smaller organisations
International expansion is on the horizon
NEWS 3 May 2023 by Robert Armour
 
Social enterprise announces new director
Places for People Scotland is part of Places for People Group, which is one of the UK’s leading social enterprises.  
NEWS 3 May 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Edinburgh charity appoints Third Sector expert 
NEWS 3 May 2023 by Niall Christie
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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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