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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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Essential services at risk as vast majority of Scottish charities face financial insecurity
Results from the Scottish Third Sector Tracker show that charities are at crisis point
NEWS 24 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Making a manifesto for people and planet
Charis Chittick: a reminder that real change is possible
OPINION 23 June 2025 by Charis Chittick
 
Civil society dismay over the banning of Palestine Action
“Listing a protest group, even one responsible for severe criminal damage, as a terrorist organisation would have very serious implications for protest and activism in the UK"
NEWS 24 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Charity bank system "shambles" leaves voluntary groups shut out of their accounts
CAF Bank admits that an upgrade has not gone as planned
NEWS 24 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
The poverty premium: why do we tolerate harm? 
Sarah-Jayne Dunn: it costs more to have less - why aren't we doing anything about this?
OPINION 23 June 2025 by Sarah-Jayne Dunn
 
Shock as award winning Scottish charity suddenly closes
"It will be unable to provide any further childcare services, mental health support and general assistance to those who might require it"
NEWS 20 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Making Scotland a better place: meet the 2025 Scottish Charity Awards winners
Full list and pictures of all of the winners here
NEWS 20 June 2025 by Graham Martin
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Poverty, inequality and low pay: just three reasons Scotland Demands Better
Major new cross-civil society campaign and march launched
NEWS 19 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Setting a safety net: could a minimum income guarantee help end poverty in Scotland?
Landmark new report - led by leading charities - sets out a transformative vision
NEWS 18 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Supporting families seeking sanctuary in Scotland
Barnardo's Ubuntu announcement coincides with Refugee Week 2025 and its theme, Community as a Superpower
NEWS 18 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Highland charity looks to a green future as it marks its 20th anniversary
The charity is now seeking to capitalise on the once-in-a-generation employment opportunities presented by long-term growth in renewable energy and construction
NEWS 17 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Vital Scotland-wide organisation gains funding but is in fight for survival
Situation is "dire" says CEO
NEWS 16 June 2025 by Rab Armour
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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