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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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Leading body names new CEO
Takes up post in autumn
NEWS 20 August 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Huge savings from new energy system trial
Scheme could be rolled out further
NEWS 20 August 2025 by Rab Armour
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New report claims rising to housing challenge is key to tackling poverty
includem have said in their latest publication that poverty and housing are inextricably linked. 
NEWS 20 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Red tape deters wealthy from leaving money to charity, wealth managers claim
New study by Rathbones reveals increased desire for legacy giving. 
NEWS 20 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Deadliest period on record for aid workers this World Humanitarian Day
Over 400 humanitarian workers have been killed since October 2023 in Gaza
NEWS 19 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Super-mum urges others to consider fostering
Fostering can be hugely rewarding
NEWS 19 August 2025 by Rab Armour
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New research shows life-changing value of social housing
The study was led by Housing Associations’ Charitable Trust (HACT). 
NEWS 19 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
NHS Grampian charity invests million in transformational healthcare projects
A total of £3.1million has been raised. 
NEWS 19 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Social care charities warn of sector’s looming “collapse”
Hundreds of groups have united in their calls to John Swinney
NEWS 18 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Skye trust under investigation after asset sale
The Clan Donald Lands Trust (CDLT) is set to make nearly £7million. 
NEWS 18 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.

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